Giants Talk: A San Francisco Giants Podcast

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Why the Giants' next stretch will be key in NL West race Jun 23, 2025

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Hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic break down San Francisco's offensive surge against the Boston Red Sox and explain why the Giants' next few weeks will be pivotal in the NL West race.

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(3:00) - Giants offense erupts in finale vs Boston

(9:30) - Heliot Ramos shines against Red Sox

(15:30) - Landen Roupp's strong outing against Boston

(24:30) - Assessing the race in the National League West

(35:15) - Previewing San Francisco's next series against the Miami Marlins

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What to expect from Devers' first clash against his former team Jun 20, 2025

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Hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic share their expectations for Rafael Devers' first matchup against his former team on Friday night at Oracle Park. Plus, a discussion on Jung Hoo Lee's struggles and a break down of San Francisco's series against the Cleveland Guardians.

(3:30) - Previewing Rafael Devers vs Red Sox and reflecting on his Giants debut

(16:00) - Recap of Giants vs Guardians series

(20:10) - Looking at Jung Hoo Lee's struggles

(25:00) - Justin Verlander's return vs Cleveland

(31:30) - Reviewing Dodgers vs Padres series

(38:00) - Mailbag Questions

(44:00) - Previewing San Francisco vs Boston

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Why Rafael Devers is ‘very happy’ to be a San Francisco Giant Jun 18, 2025

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On “Giants Talk,” hosts Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper react to Rafael Devers’ debut with the San Francisco Giants. Plus, hear from Rafael Devers and chairman Greg Johnson in their interviews with insider Alex Pavlovic.

(3:00) - Reactions to Devers’ introduction

(5:30) - Looking at Devers’ reluctance to answer Boston questions

(9:40) - Where will Devers play with the Giants?

(13:00) - Dissecting Rafael Devers' first at-bat with SF

(15:30) - The behind-the-scenes of the Devers deal

(27:10) - Interview with Rafael Devers

(31:38) - Interview with Giants chairman Greg Johnson

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Emergency Podcast: Giants acquire All-Star slugger Rafael Devers Jun 16, 2025

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On this emergency episode of "Giants Talk," hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic explain why All-Star slugger Rafael Devers can be a "transformational superstar" for the San Francisco. Plus, a recap of the Giants' series loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers.

(2:30) - Reaction to Rafael Devers trade

(13:50) - Looking at Devers' relationship with the Boston Red Sox

(17:00) - Overall look at Giants' long-term contracts

(31:30) - Looking at Kyle Harrison, Jordan Hicks' time in San Francisco

(38:00) - A recap of Giants vs Dodgers series

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Why Duane Kuiper says Giants must take advantage of 'vulnerable' Dodgers Jun 12, 2025

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"On Giants Talk, hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic break down the effect of Matt Chapman and Patrick Bailey's injuries and recap San Francisco's first two wins against the Rockies before taking on the Dodgers. Plus, Duane Kuiper joins the show.

(3:30) - Matt Chapman, Patrick Bailey injuries

(9:30) - Reviewing San Francisco's first two wins in Denver

(15:30) - Willy Adames breaks out vs Rockies

(19:30) - Casey Schmitt shines in Chapman's absence

(30:00) - Duane Kuiper interview

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Was Giants' roster shake-up key to team's winning streak? Jun 09, 2025

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On “Giants Talk," hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic break down San Francisco’s series sweep against the Atlanta Braves, share their All-Star predictions, and preview the Giants’ next series against the Rockies.

(2:45) - Giants win five straight one-run games

(7:22) - Chapman, Giants bullpen shine vs Braves

(14:00) - Will Giants pursue another big bat at the trade deadline?

(16:40) - Willy Adames' struggles

(26:22) - All-Star predictions

(45:30) - Mailbag Q's

(54:12) - Previewing Giants vs Rockies

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Why Posey's roster shake-up is a 'message' to Giants' stars Jun 05, 2025

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On “Giants Talk,” hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic recap Buster Posey’s roster shakeup and break down San Francisco’s comeback win against the San Diego Padres on Wednesday.

(2:30) – Recapping Giants’ roster moves

(9:00) – Reflecting on Wade Jr.’s time in SF

(17:40) – Daniel Johnson shines in return to Giants

(19:15) – Bryce Eldridge promoted to Triple-A

(25:00) – Recapping Giants first three games vs Padres

(30:40) – Previewing Giants’ next series vs Atlanta Braves

(32:10) - Buster Posey interview

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Giants' pitching carries sputtering offense during nine-game road trip Jun 02, 2025

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On “Giants Talk,” co-hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic recap San Francisco’s nine-game road trip in which San Francisco went 4-5. The Giants have relied heavily on their pitching as their offense struggles -- especially their bullpen, which currently leads MLB in ERA and WHIP. Cole and Alex discuss how San Francisco's bats will be tested against the powerful Padres and Braves, the latter of which recently welcomed back former NL MVP Ronald Acuna Jr.

(1:30) Recapping Marlins series, Giants take 2 of 3 but a frustrating series nonetheless

(8:30) 14 straight games with 4-runs-or-fewer – Giants have wasted a great month of pitching

(11:30) When your healthy you have pile up wins, especially when your division rivals are down

(13:00) Candidates on the roster that will make way for Jerar Encarnación's return?

(16:30) Giants starting rotation is in a good spot with three young pitchers holding their own (Birdsong, Harrison, an Roupp)

(36:00) Previewing Giants vs Padres series at Oracle Park this week

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Is it time to panic for the Giants? May 29, 2025

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On “Giants Talk,” hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic recap San Francisco’s sweep to the Detroit Tigers and offer their assessment of San Francisco’s season thus far.

(3:40) - San Francisco's closer situation

(11:45) - Marco Luciano, Jerar Encarnación updates

(17:00) - Who is to blame for Giants' hitting struggles?

(21:50) - Where does the panic meter stand for the Giants?

(24:00) - Assessment of San Francisco's season thus far

(38:20) - Previewing Giants vs Marlins series in Miami

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What's the solution for San Francisco's struggling offense? May 26, 2025

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On “Giants Talk,” hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic recap San Francisco’s series win in Washington and break down the Giants’ struggling offense. Plus, a preview of the Giants’ upcoming series against the Detroit Tigers.

(2:30) - Recapping San Francisco's series win in Washington

(6:00) - Breaking down Kyle Harrison's outing vs Nationals

(11:22) - Robbie Ray's impressive season

(12:22) - San Francisco's struggling offense

(22:00) - David Villar leaves Giants

(26:00) - Giants minor league system overview

(40:00) - Giants at Tigers preview

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