Giants Talk: A San Francisco Giants Podcast

Latest Episodes:

Exclusive Blake Snell, Farhan Zaidi 1-on-1 interviews Mar 21, 2024

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Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper are joined by newest Giants pitcher Blake Snell to break down why he decided to join the team, the depth in the starting rotation and when he will be ready to make his debut. Then, Farhan Zaidi stops by to discuss the team’s successful offseason and what Snell’s arrival means for the overall pitching staff.

(1:05) Giants one week away from Opening Day

(6:40) What does the rotation look like until Snell debuts?

(10:16) Predicting the 40-man roster

(19:36) Snell on why he joined the Giants

(22:30) Snell details why he embraces walks

(25:21) Snell reveals when he will be ready to start

(29:32) Farhan on what Snell’s arrival means for the pitching staff

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Emergency podcast: Blake Snell, Giants agree to two-year, $62M deal Mar 19, 2024

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Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss breaking news that the Giants and Blake Snell have agreed to terms on a two-year contract, how Snell creates more depth for the Giants’ starting rotation and where San Francisco stacks up in the NL.

(1:05) Snell set to join Webb in stacked rotation

(6:10) Did the Giants win the offseason?

(14:36) When will Snell be ready to pitch?

(21:21) What is a successful season for Snell?

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Melvin on Webb’s growing leadership, Lee’s important role and his 2024 expectations Mar 18, 2024

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Alex Pavlovic and Laura Britt are joined by Bob Melvin to discuss his Giants return, Logan Webb’s growing leadership role in the clubhouse and what Jung Hoo Lee’s role will look like this season. Pus, Alex and Cole Kuiper break down the NL West starting with the Arizona Diamondbacks and the latest surrounding Blake Snell.

(1:05) Looking ahead to Opening Day

(7:10) What is the latest with Snell?

(16:36) Davis signs with A’s after Giants release

(25:21) Melvin shares his nerves returning to Giants

(31:21) Melvin on Webb’s leadership role

(37:32) Melvin details the Giants’ young starting pitching

(41:10) Melvin breaks down Lee’s upcoming role

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Austin Slater on the Giants’ vibes entering the season, his leadership role moving forward Mar 14, 2024

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Alex Pavlovic and Laura Britt are joined by Austin Slater to discuss his growing leadership role within the locker room, his ongoing defense of the city of San Francisco to free agents, and the importance of his role with the MLB Players Association. Plus, Alex and Cole Kuiper break down what the Opening Day roster could look like and the Giants releasing J.D. Davis.

(1:05) Giants release Davis after Chapman signing

(7:10) Projecting the Giants’ Opening Day roster

(15:36) Padres acquire Cease from White Sox

(21:10) Remembering some former Giants

(3110) Slater on the Giants’ vibes this season

(35:21) Slater on embracing his leadership role

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Kyle Harrison on his desire to be No. 2 starter behind Logan Webb, relationship with Patrick Bailey Mar 11, 2024

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Alex Pavlovic and Laura Britt are joined by Kyle Harrison to break down his up-and-down rookie season, his desire to be the No. 2 pitcher behind Logan Webb and his relationship with Giants catcher Patrick Bailey. Plus, Alex and Cole Kuiper discuss the latest surrounding J.D. Davis and what could happen next with Blake Snell.

(1:05) Giants waive Davis after Chapman deal

(6:10) What are the Giants’ bench options?

(12:36) When will Cobb be back?

(19:10) Remembering some former Giants

(26:10) Harrison breaks down his rookie season

(30:21) Harrison on learning from other pitchers

(34:32) Harrison details his relationship with Bailey

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Jordan Hicks on joining Giants, his ability to start and learning from Logan Webb Mar 07, 2024

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Alex Pavlovic and Laura Britt are joined by Jordan Hicks to discuss why he signed with the Giants, the talent on San Francisco's pitching staff and what he has learned from Logan Webb. Plus, Alex and Cole Kuiper look at the team's recent string of injuries and debate how much it impacts the potential addition of Blake Snell or Jordan Montgomery.

(1:05) Hjelle latest in string of injuries

(6:10) How will injuries influence potential signings?

(14:36) Breaking down the Giants-Dodgers rivalry

(22:10) Hicks on his desire to start

(24:40) Hicks shares how he uses his velocity

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How Chapman’s contract impacts potential Snell signing; Schmitt 1-on-1 interview Mar 04, 2024

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Alex Pavlovic and Laura Britt are joined by Casey Schmitt to break down his versatile Giants role, how a new coaching staff influences San Francisco's overall roster and why it's time for the team's youth movement. Plus, Alex and Cole Kuiper discuss Matt Chapman's arrival and how it impacts the potential signing of Blake Snell.

(1:05) Going in depth on the Chapman addition

(6:10) Analyzing the Giants’ lineup with Chapman

(11:36) Farhan Zaidi details Giants' future free-agency plans

(21:10) Luis Matos shining in spring training

(29:01) What does the future hold for J.D. Davis?

(36:32) Schmitt on his versatile role

(38:49) Schmitt on the Giants’ youth movement

(40:33) Schmitt details new coaching staff's impact

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Emergency podcast: Matt Chapman, Giants reportedly agree to three-year contract Mar 02, 2024

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Alex Pavlovic and Laura Britt discuss the breaking news of Matt Chapman and the Giants reportedly agreeing to a three-year, $54 million contract, the reunion between Chapman and Bob Melvin and what this means for the overall roster in San Francisco. Plus, does Chapman’s arrival increase or decrease the chances Blake Snell follows suit?

(1:05) Chapman, Giants reportedly agree to deal

(6:10) Analyzing Giants' lineup with Chapman

(10:36) What does Chapman bring on defensive side?

(15:40) Could Snell be next for Giants?

(20:09) Examining Giants' overall roster

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Kuip returns to discuss his early camp observations, Brandon Crawford’s exit and Giants' free-agent needs Feb 29, 2024

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Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper are joined by Duane Kuiper to break down Brandon Crawford signing with the Cardinals, what he saw from the Giants during his time at spring training and the free-agent needs for San Francisco after their recent injury woes.

(1:35) Crawford agrees to deal with Cardinals

(8:10) Weirdest Giants departures

(16:36) Should Giants add depth in their pitching rotation?

(23:40) Kuip shares his thoughts on Crawford’s departure

(29:09) Kuip discusses his early camp observations

(33:33) Kuip on the Giants’ free-agent needs

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Patrick Bailey interview: Catcher shares keys to 2024 season, strengths of Giants’ young pitching staff Feb 26, 2024

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Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper break down Kyle Harrison’s impressive first outing in Arizona, some recent MLB signings and which pitching prospects could make their way to the big leagues this season. Plus, Patrick Bailey joins Alex Pavlovic and Laura Britt from spring training to discuss what he has learned from Bob Melvin, his keys to a successful year and the youth on the Giants' pitching staff.

(1:35) Giants' offense off to cold start

(7:10) Harrison impresses in first outing

(15:36) Analyzing recent MLB signings

(25:00) How will Bellinger’s Cubs deal influence other free agents?

(29:09) Bailey on being the starting catcher

(32:33) Bailey breaks down the Giants’ young pitching

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