Giants Talk: A San Francisco Giants Podcast

Latest Episodes:

Examining Giants’ starting rotation and possibility Barry Bonds joins coaching staff Jan 26, 2023

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Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper break down the Giants’ starting rotation, the possibility of the team shifting to a six-man rotation and what that could mean for Logan Webb. Plus, Laura Britt joins the show to discuss the possibility of Barry Bonds joining the Giants’ coaching staff and which players stood out to her last season.

(1:19) Breaking down the Giants’ starting rotation

(5:18) Will there be bullpen games this season?

(12:13) Looking at future Hall of Fame classes

(18:13) Could Bonds joins the Giants' coaching staff?

(22:35) Who stood out on the Giants last season?

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Did Giants fix their biggest problem in offseason? Jan 23, 2023

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Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper break down if the Giants helped solve their defensive woes in free agency, the potential Lamont Wade Jr. has at first base and the chance of some prospects earning their way onto the Opening Day roster.

(4:19) How should fans feel about the Giants’ defense?

(10:18) Is the defense better after the offseason?

(18:13) Will Wade Jr. shine at first base?

(25:43) Is the defense dependent on Crawford?

(29:35) Could some prospects make the Opening Day roster?

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Kuip on the Giants' middle infield; Harrison, Luciano and more prospect breakdown Jan 19, 2023

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Duane Kuiper joins Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper to discuss his memories of Brandon Belt, what the loss of Evan Longoria means to the Giants' infield defense and what he is looking forward to for Spring Training. Plus, Alex and Cole break down what the immediate future holds for Kyle Harrison and if Marco Luciano is the shortstop of the future.

(1:19) Giants have two of MLB’s top prospects

(7:24) What position will Luciano play in the majors?

(13:18) Expectations for Ramos in 2023

(21:13) Kuip on the departures of Longoria, Belt

(34:43) Kuip shares his concerns on the middle infield

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Analyzing holes in Giants’ roster, status of Webb’s potential extension Jan 16, 2023

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Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss where the holes are on the Giants’ roster, if the team needs to add another middle infielder and the status of Logan Webb’s potential extension. Plus, Alex and Cole look at San Francisco's arbitration deals and which international players the team signed.

(1:19) Where are the holes in the Giants’ roster?

(6:24) Do the Giants need another middle infielder?

(12:18) Why haven’t the Giants extended Webb?

(23:13) Giants sign international prospects

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Wrapping up the Correa saga, Belt’s time with Giants Jan 13, 2023

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Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss the conclusion to the Carlos Correa saga, if the Giants got back in the mix for the shortstop after the deal with the Mets fell through and if the team will regret their decision for years to come. Plus, Alex and Cole look back at Brandon Belt’s time in San Francisco and share what their favorite memories are from his career.

(1:59) Correa saga ends with six-year, $200 million deal with Twins

(6:24) Are the Giants vindicated?

(11:08) Did the Giants have a second chance with Correa?

(16:37) Belt signs deal with Blue Jays

(24:13) Favorite Brandon Belt moment

(31:06) Who is the backup catcher going to be?

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Evaluating a possible Webb extension, Harrison’s MLB timeline and exclusive one-on-one with Ross Stripling Jan 03, 2023

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Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper are joined by new Giants pitcher Ross Stripling to discuss his decision to join the team in free agency, how he can take his talents to new heights and the challenge of pitching in the NL West. Plus, Alex and Cole break down the chances Logan Webb signs an extension with San Francisco and when we could see Kyle Harrison in the big leagues.

(1:19) Should the Giants extend Webb?

(6:24) How much can the defense help the starting pitching?

(12:38) Expectations for Manaea in 2023

(16:37) Could Giants trade for another ace?

(24:13) Stripling on taking the next step with the Giants

(29:06) Stripling reveals what made him become a pitcher

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Kuip shares his take on the Correa saga, what Conforto, Haniger will bring to the Giants Dec 29, 2022

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Duane Kuiper joins Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper to discuss the entirety of the Carlos Correa saga, what he believes Michael Conforto and Mitch Haniger will bring to the Giants, and what positions the team still needs to address this offseason.

(1:19) Should Correa consider taking less money?

(6:24) How should Giants fans look at the Correa saga?

(11:38) Which free-agent signing will become a fan favorite?

(17:37) Kuip weighs in on the Correa saga

(24:13) Kuip on his expectations for Crawford in 2023

(35:35) Kuip breaks down what Conforto, Haniger will bring to the Giants

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Breaking down the latest twist, turn in Carlos Correa saga and what comes next Dec 26, 2022

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Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss the continued Carlos Correa saga and what comes next for the Giants, the signings of Taylor Rogers and Michael Conforto and if San Francisco could see themselves in the same position next offseason. Plus, former Giant George Kontos joins the show to discuss the process MLB players go through for physicals and how the roster feels after everything this offseason.

(1:19) Mets reportedly have concerns with Correa’s physical

(8:24) Could the Giants reengage with Correa?

(15:38) When will the Giants share their side of the story?

(21:37) Kontos on the process of MLB physicals

(28:13) Kontos breaks down the Giants' offseason

(35:35) Kontos details Crawford the teammate

(42:06) Is Conforto a good fit in SF?

(50:20) Could the Giants be in the same spot next offseason?

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Emergency Podcast: Carlos Correa spurns Giants for Mets in unprecedented free-agency move Dec 21, 2022

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In a shocking turn of events, Carlos Correa will not be a member of the San Francisco Giants after agreeing to an overnight deal with the New York Mets. Giants Talk hosts Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper break down this franchise-altering move and discuss where the Giants can go from here after losing out on both Correa and Aaron Judge this offseason.

(1:18) Initial reactions to Correa signing with the Mets

(4:38) Correa not signing with the Giants is “franchise-rocking”

(10:34) Should the Giants bother making any more offseason moves after losing out on two marquee free agents?

(16:15) Does Correa spurning the Giants impact their shot at signing Shohei Ohtani next offseason?

(18:50) How the Giants' offseason has been a true "nightmare"

(24:20) Could the Giants be vindicated if Correa truly isn't healthy?

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Emergency podcast: Carlos Correa, Giants agree to 13-year, $350M deal Dec 14, 2022

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Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss the Giants agreeing to a 13-year, $350 million contract with free agent Carlos Correa, what the signing means for Brandon Crawford and if San Francisco will continue to spend money this offseason. Plus, does the Correa signing enhance the Giants-Dodgers rivalry?

(1:09) Correa, Giants agree to 13-year deal

(5:20) Could the Correa deal age gracefully?

(12:08) Will Giants continue to spend this offseason?

(17:13) What does the Correa signing mean for Crawford?

(21:43) Could Luciano now change positions?

(23:35) Does the Correa signing increase the Giants-Dodgers rivalry?

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