Giants Talk: A San Francisco Giants Podcast

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Giving out first half Giants awards; Bold predictions for second half Jul 21, 2022

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Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper give out some first-half awards, including who is the Giants’ MVP and what the biggest surprise was for San Francisco. Then, Alex and Cole look ahead to the second half of the season and give some bold predictions for the Giants moving forward.

(1:10) Who is the Giants’ first-half MVP?

(6:59) What has been the biggest surprise for the Giants?

(12:30) Favorite Giants moment from season's first half

(17:31) Revisiting this season's bold predictions

(21:48) Second-half bold predictions

(25:42) Will Bart breakout in second half?

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Gabe Kapler breaks down first half, discusses ways Giants can improve Jul 18, 2022

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Gabe Kapler joins Alex Pavlovic on this episode of Giants Talk to break down the first half of the season, the keys to success for the Giants in the second half and the growth he has seen in Joc Pederson. Plus, Alex looks at the possibility of San Francisco acquiring Juan soto.

(3:10) Will the Giants make a run at Soto?

(8:59) Kapler on the importance of staying consistent

(13:10) Kapler details the Giants' keys to success moving forward

(16:31) Kapler breaks down Joc’s growth

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Kuip inspired by Giants' play of late as they gear up for All-Star break Jul 14, 2022

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Duane Kuiper joins Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper to discuss the state of the Giants heading into All-Star break, whether fans should break the cardinal rule and root for the Dodgers when they play against teams fighting for a Wild Card spot, and if MLB should do something about the increasing amount of position players pitching. Plus the guys breakdown an update from Farhan on Kyle Harrison's rapid rise through the minors.

(1:54) Cole compares the Giants' play to the movie "The Prestige"

(3:40) The Brandon's were a highlight this past series, but how will Belt's knee hold up?

(7:30) Is this a career year for Wilmer Flores?

(13:38) Why did Gabe Kapler have a mound visit with a position player pitching and does MLB have a problem with the increase in position players pitching?

(16:15) Carlos Rodon names an All-Star, but will he actually pitch, and will that throw off their rotation after All-Star break?

(22:00) Farhan gives an update on Giants' prospect Kyle Harrison

(25:59) Kuip on how the Giants have been playing heading into All-Star break

(30:03) Kuip give his take on position players pitching

(33:14) Should fans break the cardinal rule and root for the Dodgers when they play against teams fighting for a Wild Card spot?

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Reacting to All-Star snubs for Carlos Rodón, Logan Webb Jul 11, 2022

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Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss how Giants pitcher Carlos Rodón got snubbed from the All-Star roster, whether Clayton Kershaw should actually start the 2022 Major League Baseball All-Star Game and why every Giants fan should make their way to Petco Park for a Friday night game.

(1:09) Why Rodón's exclusion from the 2022 MLB All-Star Game was "egregious"

(6:18) How will Dodgers fans respond to Pederson's inclusion in 2022 MLB All-Star Game

(8:14) Should Kershaw start on the mound for the NL in the 2022 MLB All-Star Game?

(16:50) What to make of Giants-Padres split series

(27:41) Why Friday nights at Petco Park are a “must-do” for Giants’ fans

(33:30) Expectations for Giants against Diamondbacks, Brewers

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Bart’s return, Villar’s arrival and one-on-one with Giants coach Nick Ortiz Jul 07, 2022

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Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper are joined by Quality Assurance coach Nick Ortiz to discuss his playing career, what his role is with the Giants and shares a heartfelt story about getting hired by San Francisco. Plus, Alex and Cole break down what Joey Bart’s return means for the Giants and if David Villar can continue his solid play.

(1:39) Giants avoid sweep against Diamondbacks

(7:28) What does Bart’s return mean for Giants?

(16:10) How can Giants fix defensive struggles?

(22:01) Can Villar continue solid play?

(27:48) Giants minor league update

(35:42) Ortiz on his playing career

(40:54) Ortiz on being hired by Kapler

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Potential adjustments for Giants' recent struggles Jul 04, 2022

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Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss some potential adjustments for the Giants to fix their recent struggles, what Joey Bart’s timeframe is for his stint in Triple A and how important the expanded playoffs are to San Francisco this season.

(1:39) Giants swept by White Sox in San Francisco

(6:28) San Francisco two games out of playoffs

(13:10) What’s the main reason for the downturn?

(20:01) Potential adjustments to spark turnaround

(29:48) Discussing Long's successful week

(32:42) What is Bart’s timeline?

(40:54) Giants set to face MadBum on Monday

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Kuip on Giants’ platoon system, Joc Pederson and other fan questions Jun 30, 2022

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Duane Kuiper joins Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper to discuss if the Giants need to change their platoon system, if Joc Pederson is playing himself into being in the lineup full time and which of the Giants’ World Series runs was his favorite. Plus, more fan questions!

(1:39) Giants split series with Tigers

(6:28) Do Giants need to rethink their platoon system?

(10:10) Could Dabovich be called up this season?

(19:01) What is the best World Series run?

(24:48) Should Giants change up their bullpen?

(31:42) Kuip on if he is concerned about the Giants

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Breaking down Mercedes’ promotion, other minor leaguers to keep an eye on Jun 27, 2022

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Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss the Giants' disappointing series against the Reds, what to expect from Yermin Mercedes after his promotion and which San Francisco players' performances went under the radar. Plus, Alex and Cole turn their attention to the minors and reveal which prospects fans should keep an eye on.

(1:39) Giants drop series to Reds

(8:28) Recapping the Pederson/Pham feud

(13:10) Mercedes called up from Triple-A

(18:01) Is Harrison the Giants' best prospect?

(24:48) Underrated players of the week

(28:10) Previewing the Giants' week ahead

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Dissecting Giants’ walk-off losses, Tommy Pham’s visit to Oracle Park Jun 23, 2022

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Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss the Giants' recent string of walk-off losses, if their faith in the bullpen has been shaken and why fans should still feel good about San Francisco’s starting pitching. Plus, Alex and Cole look ahead to which Giants could make the All-Star team and the much-anticipated arrival of Tommy Pham this weekend at Oracle Park.

(1:39) Giants suffer three straight walk-off losses

(8:28) Discussing Doval’s glove toss Tuesday night

(13:10) Is Crawford the Giants’ iron man?

(21:10) Which Giants will make the All-Star team?

(32:48) Pham, Reds head to Oracle Park this weekend

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Breaking down Giants' continued offensive struggles and the Yermin Mercedes addition Jun 20, 2022

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Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss the Giants’ continued offensive struggles, the effect those struggles have on the rest of the team and if San Francisco needs to add another reliever to the bullpen. Plus, Alex and Cole weigh in on the addition of Yermin Mercedes and take a look at the minor leagues and detail which prospects are ones to keep an eye on.

(1:39) Giants claim Mercedes off waivers

(8:28) Will Mercedes stay on the Giants' roster?

(13:10) Do the Giants need to add another reliever?

(18:10) How can Giants break out of offensive slump?

(24:39) Looking at the Giants' minor leagues

(28:48) Giants head to Atlanta to face the Braves

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