Giants Talk: A San Francisco Giants Podcast

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Giants’ roller-coaster start, Harrison’s Triple-A debut and previewing the home opener Apr 06, 2023

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Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss the Giants’ roller-coaster start to the season, why Logan Webb is their best player and what Kyle Harrison’s Sacramento debut showed for his big-league potential. Plus, Alex and Cole preview Friday’s home opener against the Royals.

(1:43) Tempers flare in Giants-White Sox series

(8:02) Is Webb the Giants' best player?

(15:31) Harrison makes his debut for River Cats

(23:50) Giants minor league roundup

(68:40) Looking ahead to the Giants’ home opener

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Analyzing Bart’s injury, Webb’s impressive start and Crawford’s game-changing effect Apr 03, 2023

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Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss Joey Bart’s back injury and what it could mean for his future with the Giants, Logan Webb’s impressive Opening Day start versus the Yankees and the impact Brandon Crawford still has for the team at shortstop.

(1:43) Giants drop first series of 2023 to Yankees

(8:02) Should fans be worried about Bart’s injury?

(15:04) Can Crawford play at this level all season?

(23:50) How did the new rules play out?

(28:40) MadBum struggles vs. Dodgers

(35:53) Looking ahead on the Giants’ schedule

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Exclusive: Gabe Kapler previews the 2023 season, explains Giants' 'balanced' roster Mar 30, 2023

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Giants manager Gabe Kapler joins this episode of Giants Talk to break down his level of excitement headed into the 2023 MLB season, why he thinks this is the most balanced lineup since he has been in San Francisco and how the Giants can recapture some of their 2021 magic.

(4:43) Giants wrap up spring training against Oakland

(10:02) Romo makes final appearance in Giants uniform

(22:04) Giants set to take on Yankees on Opening Day

(29 :30) Kapler shares his excitement for the 2023 Giants

(34:40) Kapler explains how the roster can exceed expectations

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Logan Webb on his ‘high’ expectations, Harrison’s ‘electric’ stuff and Giants’ chemistry Mar 27, 2023

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Logan Webb joins this episode of Giants Talk to break down getting to know his new teammates, how Kyle Harrison reminds him of himself and why he has high expectations for the season. Plus, Alex and Cole discuss the Giants' Opening Day roster and Sergio Romo’s final appearance in a San Francisco uniform.

(1:13) Giants seemingly have Opening Day roster set

(8:02) Who is second in line at shortstop?

(13:19) Romo set to make final appearance with Giants

(20 :30) Webb on getting to know his new teammates

(26:40) Webb discusses the importance of staying positive

(30:53) Webb reveals his “high” expectations

(36:21) Webb on the "pleasure" of helping recruit in free agency

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Giants 2023 bold predictions with Kuip! Mar 23, 2023

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Duane Kuiper is back on Giants Talk to break down which player impressed him the most in spring training, why he expects big things from Sean Hjelle this season and to explain how the new MLB rules will affect the broadcasts this season.

(3:13) Team USA falls to Japan in WBC Final

(8:02) How many wins will Manaea get this season?

(13:19) Will Giants take advantage of the new rules?

(17:17) Could Bailey, Luciano make it up this year?

(26:30) Kuip on Romo’s return to the Giants

(32:40) Kuip reveals who has impressed him most in Arizona

(39:13) Kuip shares his bold predictions

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Mitch Haniger on being ‘perfect fit’ with Giants, continuing the team’s ‘rich' championship history Mar 20, 2023

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Mitch Haniger joins this episode of Giants Talk to break down why he signed with the Giants this offseason, growing up in the Bay Area as a fan of the team and how important it is to him to continue San Francisco’s championship legacy.

(3:13) Opening Day nears for Giants, other MLB teams

(8:02) Romo to retire with Giants

(17:19) How quick will games be this season?

(25:01) Will the Giants steal more bases this season?

(33:30) Remembering some Giants

(41:40) Haniger on growing up a Giants fan

(46:13) Haniger on the challenge of playing at Oracle Park

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Sean Manaea on the Giants’ team chemistry, his successful offseason and Haniger’s potential Mar 16, 2023

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Sean Manaea joins this episode of Giants Talk to break down his decision to sign with San Francisco, why the key to the offseason was regaining his dominate changeup and the impact he and the other free-agent signings will have on the Giants this season.

(4:13) Will Crawford be ready for Opening Day?

(8:02) Gonzalez to have back surgery

(12:19) How did Harrison perform in spring training?

(19:01) Catching up with former Giants

(27:30) Manaea on the Giants' belief in him

(34:26) Manaea on how he will handle the new pitch clock

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Joey Bart on Harrison’s MLB potential, Webb’s ‘under-the-radar’ greatness Mar 13, 2023

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Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper are joined by Joey Bart to discuss what he has seen from the Giants' new pitchers this spring, how Logan Webb has taken the next steps to reach his full potential and what the catcher needs to focus on to have a successful season.

(1:13) Who will win the catcher battle?

(8:02) How long will Haniger’s injury keep him out?

(13:19) Ramos, Luciano optioned to Triple-A

(20:03) Schmitt shows off versatility at shortstop

(26:26) Bart's main takeaways from last season

(32:40) Bart details Webb’s potential

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Michael Conforto on joining Giants in free agency, new MLB rules and learning from Barry Bonds Mar 09, 2023

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Michael Conforto joins this episode of Giants Talk to break down joining San Francisco in free agency, the positives and negatives of new MLB rules and why he is excited to talk with Barry Bonds and pick up a few hitting tips.

(1:13) Takeaways from Giants' win over Team USA

(7:02) Giants prospects fill in for Team USA

(14:19) Panik joins Giants in Special Advisor role

(20:03) Remembering some Giants from the AL West

(28:26) Conforto on the challenge of rehabbing

(31:40) Conforto touches on the new rules

(38:13) Conforto on the possibility of learning from Bonds

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Kyle Harrison on comparisons to Bumgarner, continuing Giants’ championship legacy Mar 06, 2023

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Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper are joined by pitching prospect Kyle Harrison to discuss how he compares to Madison Bumgarner, his excitement about being a few starts away from the majors and the new generation of Giants ready to continue the team's championship legacy.

(1:43) Giants’ pitching continues to shine in Arizona

(7:02) Prospects to keep an eye on

(19:19) Which pitcher will be most effected by the pitch clock?

(27:26) Harrison on the comparisons to Bumgarner

(32:15) Harrison on the next generation of Giants

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