Giants Talk: A San Francisco Giants Podcast

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MLB lockout continues; Impact on Giants moving forward Mar 02, 2022

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Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss the latest news surrounding the Giants, including MLB cancelling the first two series of the 2022 regular season and the impact that has on the team. Then, prospect Will Wilson joins the show to discuss the impact of Brandon Crawford and how he uses technology to become a better baseball player.

(1:05) MLB cancels first two series of 2022 season

(6:30) What comes next in negotiations?

(12:36) Giants players vocal during lockout

(18:57) When will Opening Day be for the MLB?

(26:13) Wilson on his favorite part of spring training

(30:22) Wilson shares the impact Crawford has had on his fielding

(34:33) Wilson on how virtual reality is helping his batting

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Giants' future, prospect development with 2021 first-round pick Will Bednar Feb 23, 2022

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Giants 2021 first-round pick Will Bednar joins Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper to discuss his experience with the Giants since being drafted, the progress he has made working with the San Francisco's coaches and his excitement for the upcoming season.

(2:05) How important is Bednar to the Giants' future?

(6:40) Bednar on his fantastic college career

(13:36) Bednar discusses his time since the MLB draft

(18:57) Bednar on how he has prepared for the upcoming season

(24:13) Bednar on his excitement for the new season

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Potential DH options in 2022, top moments of Giants pitchers hitting Feb 16, 2022

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Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss the latest news surrounding the MLB lockout, share some possible Giants DH options heading into 2022 and reminisce about the best hitting pitchers in franchise history.

(1:45) MLB lockout still going as spring training is delayed

(8:10) DH options for the Giants

(18:36) Could the Giants be active on the trade market?

(25:07) Favorite memories of Giants pitchers hitting

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Posey's retirement, Kapler's managerial style and Webb's ace potential with Will Clark Feb 09, 2022

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Will Clark joins Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper to discuss his jersey being retired by the Giants, how he knew it was time to retire and what the future holds for Logan Webb.

(1:05) Should Will Clark be in the Hall of Fame?

(8:40) Clark on his jersey retirement

(15:36) Clark discusses when you know it's time to retire

(23:07) Clark reveals what impressed him most from the Giants last season

(27:13) Clark on Logan Webb’s bright future

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Seiya Suzuki, Kris Bryant and other Giants’ free-agent targets Feb 02, 2022

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Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss if the Giants should make a splashy move and go all in for Seiya Suzuki, the chances Kris Bryant returns and other right-handed hitters who could be on San Francisco’s radar.

(1:05) Baseball lockout threatens start of Spring Training

(5:00) Which songs remind you of baseball?

(11:36) Could the Giants land Seiya Suzuki?

(17:29) Will Bryant be back in San Francisco next season?

(22:33) Is Trevor Story a possibility for the Giants?

(29:22) Should the Giants bring back Matt Duffy?

(32:33) Are we seeing the peak LA, SF rivalry?

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Kuip on Bonds’ Baseball Hall of Fame omission, 'flawed' system Jan 26, 2022

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Duane Kuiper joins Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper to discuss Barry Bonds falling short of enshrinement into the Baseball Hall of Fame during his final year of eligibility and why he still thinks Bonds will make it to Cooperstown in the future.

(1:30) Bonds falls short of Baseball Hall during final year of eligibility

(5:40) Bonds now moves to “Era Committee” to decide Baseball Hall fate

(8:36) Kuip shares his thoughts on Bonds falling short

(15:19) Kuip on Bonds’ impact on ‘Kruk and Kuip’

(21:22) Kuip shares his favorite memory of Bonds

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Tim Lincecum's underrated Hall of Fame résumé, Giants' international signings Jan 19, 2022

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Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper break down the latest news surrounding the MLB lockout, the recent international signings by the Giants and the retirement of Melky Cabrera. Then, Pavlovic reveals his Hall of Fame Ballot and explains why he voted for Tim Lincecum.

(3:30) Latest update with the MLB lockout

(7:00) Former Giant Melky Cabrera announces retirement

(14:36) Giants announce international signings

(18:29) Breaking down Pavs' Hall of Fame ballot

(24:19) Should Lincecum make the Hall of Fame?

(31:22) Will Jeff Kent make it to Cooperstown next year?

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Jon Miller reflects on Buster Posey's retirement, Barry Bonds' Hall of Fame chances Jan 12, 2022

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Giants broadcaster Jon Miller joins Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper to share his thoughts on the retirement of Buster Posey, which former Giants should be inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame and what positions need to focus on before the beginning of the season.

(1:30) MLB, MLBPA plan to meet Thursday

(7:40) Miller weighs in on Posey’s retirement

(13:36) Miller discusses the Baseball Hall of Fame

(20:29) Miller weighs in on Bond’s chances to make the Hall of Fame

(28:19) Are the Giants interested in Seiya Suzuki?

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Giants' goals heading into 2022 MLB season, Joey Bart expectations Jan 05, 2022

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Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper run down their list of New Year's resolutions for the San Francisco Giants. From player expectations to ballpark food, 2022 should be an awesome year for Giants fans.

(1:50) New Year’s resolutions for the San Francisco Giants in 2022

(4:07) Pitching: Camilo Doval, naming a closer with a great song

(9:00) Hitting: Development, establish Joey Bart

(12:18) Front Office: Splashy moves, getting hyped about something, add right-handed hitters

(16:22) Business: 2012 World Series reunion, refresh food, hospitality

(23:40) Fans: Bring playoff energy to the ballpark again, celebrate your favorite players while you can

(27:36) Alex and Cole’s Personal Baseball Resolutions

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Giants Talk end-of-year awards, 2021 wrap-up Dec 29, 2021

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Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic wrap up 2021 with their own set of awards for the San Francisco Giants. Wrap up the 2021 season and look forward to 2022.

00:30 - 7:00 Cole and Alex Oracle Park food award

7:08 -11:52 Best Newcomer

11:53 - 15:57 Low-Key MVP

15: 58 - 20:05 Biggest Surprise

20:07 - 23:56 What Cole and Alex were most wrong about

23:58 - 28:50 Most Unforgettable Moments of the Season

28:56 - 29:50 Best Celebrity Sighting

31:00 - 32:56 Best Fan Moments

32:57 - 33:37 Best Quote, Brandon Belt’s hilarious captain speech

37:43 - 43:35 Worst Moment

43:36 - Best Moment

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