Giants Talk: A San Francisco Giants Podcast

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Analyzing Snell’s IL stint, Webb’s hot start and Bart’s return to Oracle Park Apr 25, 2024

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Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper break down the impact Blake Snell’s IL stint will have on the Giants’ season, when fans can expect Snell to return and why Logan Webb is the ideal leader for San Francisco. Plus, Alex and Cole look ahead to the upcoming series against the Pirates and Joey Bart’s return to the Bay Area.

(1:30) Snell headed to IL

(8:10) Who will start in Snell’s spot?

(12:50) Why has Lee gotten so many days off?

(18:10) Webb off to hot start for Giants

(25:14) Will Webb win the Cy Young this year?

(33:52) Do the Giants need more from Soler?

(40:46) Burg on catching Doval in the bullpen

(43:08) Bart set to make return to Oracle Park

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Sergio Romo on ‘dangerous’ Giants, Core Four and joining NBC Sports Bay Area Apr 23, 2024

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Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper are joined by new Giants pre/post analyst Sergio Romo to discuss his excitement about joining NBC Sports Bay Area, why he sees the orange and black as a dangerous team and how he would perform in today's MLB. Plus, Alex and Cole break down Blake Snell’s struggles and the new lights at Oracle Park.

(1:30) Snell again struggles vs. Arizona

(8:10) What is Bailey best at?

(12:50) Doval’s entrance on display Monday night

(18:10) How bright is Winn’s potential?

(26:14) Romo on becoming a Giants pre/post analyst for NBC Sports Bay Area

(33:52) Romo on the evolution of MLB bullpens

(40:46) Romo discusses the “Core Four”

(45:08) Why Romo sees a bright future for the Giants

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Brandon Crawford on life after Giants, his MLB future and relationship with Logan Webb Apr 18, 2024

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Brandon Crawford joins Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper to discuss why he signed with the Cardinals, how different it feels not being in a Giants uniform and what his MLB future could hold. Plus, Alex and Cole discuss the Giants' series win over the Marlins and preview the upcoming series against the Diamondbacks.

(1:30) Giants take two of three from Marlins

(6:10) Where can Lee improve at the plate?

(15:50) Bullpen bounces back after slow start to season

(22:10) Remembering some guys

(30:14) Crawford reveals why he continued his career

(34:52) Crawford on becoming a Cardinal

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How to right Snell’s early season struggles, Giants’ slow start to the season Apr 15, 2024

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Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper break down Blake Snell’s early season struggles, how the Giants can turn around their offensive failures with runners in scoring position and the upcoming series with the Marlins.

(1:30) Giants' struggles continue versus Rays

(7:10) What to make of Snell’s early struggles

(14:22) How can Giants right their mistakes?

(26:50) Padres-Dodgers rivalry makes reappearance

(33:47) Previewing the Giants-Marlins series

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Examining possible lineup tweaks, big weekend for Webb, Snell vs. Rays Apr 11, 2024

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Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper break down the Giants' first homestand of the season, why some lineup tweaks could spark the offense and the plethora of stolen bases given up by San Francisco. Plus, Alex and Cole look at the in-park experience at Oracle Park and preview the upcoming series with the Rays.

(1:30) Giants’ city connect jerseys still unavailable

(7:10) Takeaways from Giants’ first homestand

(13:22) How can Giants limit stolen bases?

(21:50) Giants looking to show off new lights at Oracle Park

(28:47) Previewing the Giants-Rays series

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Analyzing Giants’ offensive struggles, Jordan Hicks' hot start Apr 08, 2024

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Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper break down the Giants' struggles at the plate to begin the season, what that could mean for the roster moving forward and why Jordan Hicks' start to the campaign is sustainable. Plus, Alex and Cole preview the upcoming series with the Nationals and Blake Snell's Giants debut.

(1:05) Giants take two of three from Padres

(6:30) How can the Giants break their offensive slump?

(13:10) Can Hicks sustain his hot start?

(21:22) Breaking down the stadium vibe at Oracle Park

(30:50) Remembering some former Giants

(35:47) Snell set to debut against Nationals

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Kuip returns to discuss Giants’ ‘really good’ playoff chances, Hicks' potential and Soler’s power Apr 04, 2024

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Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper break down the Giants' start to the season, some concerns they see from Mike Yastrzemski-Austin Slater platoon and the team trading Joey Bart to the Pirates. Then, Duane Kuiper stops by to discuss San Francisco’s “really good” playoff chances and share some bold predictions for the season.

(1:05) Dodgers sweep Giants in LA

(6:30) When will Luis Matos be a starter?

(14:10) How much is the bullpen a concern?

(21:22) Looking ahead to the Giants’ home opener

(26:50) Bart traded to Pirates for pitching prospect

(33:47) Kuip on his excitement for the Giants’ home opener

(37:52) Kuip's thoughts on Melvin as the Giants' manager

(44:46) Kuip shares his bold predictions for the season

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Examining decision to DFA Bart, Giants-Padres takeaways and Dodgers series preview Apr 01, 2024

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Alex Pavlovic and Laura Britt discuss what the future could hold for Joey Bart after the Giants decided to designate the former first-round pick for assignment, and the main takeaways from San Francisco's series split in San Diego. Plus, they wrap the podcast by previewing the upcoming Dodgers series and look ahead at potential pitching matchups.

(1:05) Bart DFA’d by Giants

(6:30) Giants spilt series with Padres

(14:10) Takeaways from Giants-Padres series

(21:22) Will Lee's hot start continue?

(26:33) Previewing Giants-Dodgers

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Bold predictions for the 2024 MLB season Mar 28, 2024

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Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss the Giants' opening series against the San Diego Padres, what San Francisco's opening day roster looks like and what the team's ceiling is. Plus, Alex and Cole share their bold predictions for the 2024 Giants, and reveal their predictions for the 2024 MLB season.

(1:05) Analyzing the Giants’ opening day roster

(12:30) How do the Padres stack up in the NL West?

(18:10) Remembering some former Giants

(25:22) Bold predictions for the 2024 MLB season

(36:33) Where will the Giants finish in the NL West?

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Logan Webb on his growing leadership role, Kyle Harrison’s potential and 2024 season goals Mar 25, 2024

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Alex Pavlovic and Laura Britt are joined by Logan Webb to break down how his unique leadership style has evolved, the growth he sees in Kyle Harrison and his personal goals for the upcoming 2024 campaign. Plus, Alex and Cole Kuiper discuss when Blake Snell could make his Giants debut and Pablo Sandoval's MLB career.

(1:05) Snell’s personality making waves with Giants fans

(9:40) What will the Opening Day roster look like?

(14:30) Reflecting on the career of Pablo Sandoval

(21:10) Oracle Park undergoes improvements before season

(26:22) Discussing the Ohtani gambling saga

(35:33) Webb on his unique leadership style

(42:52) Webb shares what he sees in Harrison

(47:46) Webb on what Hicks brings to the Giants

(53:08) Webb details his goals for the 2024 season

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