Giants Talk: A San Francisco Giants Podcast

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Giants takeaways from start of 2021 MLB season Apr 05, 2021

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Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss the Giants' opening series against the Mariners, Buster Posey's excellent return to the lineup and if the bullpen issues will remain a constant. Plus, what is the secret for San Francisco to be successful this season?

(2:40) Posey shines in return to live action

(8:52) Will Giants’ bullpen struggle this season?

(13:10) Was this the Giants’ worst Opening Day loss?

(19:30) Takeaways from Giants’ opening series

(24:45) Previewing Giants vs. Padres series

(32:45) Where will MLB move their All-Star game?

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Bold Giants season predictions with Kuip; Gabe Kapler interview Apr 01, 2021

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Giants manager Gabe Kapler joins this Opening Day edition of Giants Talk to discuss why he's excited for the 2021 season, some players to watch and what the secret to success this season will be. Plus, Duane Kuiper joins the show to share some bold season predictions.

(0:00) Alex and Cole discuss the latest Giants news

(1:40) Yaz avoids injury in spring training

(5:02) Giants finalize Opening Day roster

(12:10) Bold predictions for the Giants' 2021 season

(22:43) Kapler reveals some players to watch

(27:05) Kapler shares the growth of the Giants’ coaching staff

(32:45) Kapler explains some of his old tweets

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Alyssa Nakken discusses the Giants' future, her impact on the sports world Mar 29, 2021

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Giants coach Alyssa Nakken joins Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic on Giants Talk to discuss her jersey hanging in Cooperstown, the Giants' farm system and the impact she has had across the sporting world.

(2:40) Nakken discusses her jersey being in the Hall of Fame

(9:11) Nakken touches on her relationship with Katie Sowers

(13:31) Nakken reveals the advice she would give to younger girls

(18:20) What is next for Nakken’s career?

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Kuip reveals which former Giants players he would like to see back on the field Mar 25, 2021

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Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic, alongside Duane Kuiper, break down Heliot Ramos’ potential, some interesting spring training stats that could impact the 2021 season and which former Giants they want to see back on the field.

(1:40) Interesting spring training states

(9:11) Could Belt be ready for Opening Day?

(13:01) Why do Giants always start the season on the road?

(17:20) Kuip discusses his excitement for Heliot Ramos

(23:13) How would Bonds perform in camp right now?

(29:34) Kuip reveals the hidden challenges of broadcasting

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Breaking down Giants top prospects' spring performances Mar 22, 2021

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Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic discuss how the Giants’ top prospect performed during spring training, if Heliot Ramos will be called up to the majors this year and what the future holds for Joey Bart.

(3:10) Giants having strong showing in spring training

(7:51) Nuñez headed for Tommy John surgery

(15:01) How bright is Luciano’s future?

(18:20) Was spring training good or bad for Joey Bart?

(27:13) Will Ramos be called up to the majors this season?

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Jake Peavy discusses Buster Posey’s impact on Giants, World Series memories Mar 17, 2021

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Former Giants pitcher and Cy Young winner Jake Peavy joins Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic on this episode of Giants Talk to discuss Buster Posey’s importance to the Giants, Peavy's World Series memories and what made Bruce Bochy a great MLB manager.

(1:10) Giants slowly forming Opening Day roster

(6:51) Kapler discusses the depth of the Giants rotation

(13:01) Peavy details his charitable efforts

(19:20) Peavy shares his thoughts on how baseball has evolved

(24:13) Peavy breaks down why Bruce Bochy was a great manager

(27:40) Peavy reveals Posey’s importance to the Giants

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Breaking down Giants’ spring training roster battles Mar 15, 2021

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Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic discuss the new rules being implemented in the minor leagues, the Giants' current spring training roster battles and predict how the Opening Day roster will look when San Francisco faces the Mariners.

(1:50) Belt gives update on health heading into 2021 season

(8:34) Breaking down minor league rule changes

(12:01) Should MLB ban the shift?

(20:23) What new rules will MLB adopt?

(23:50) How will the Giants’ outfield look?

(29:17) Who will be the closer this season?

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Kuip discusses Mike Yastrzemski’s 2021 potential, spring training frustrations Mar 11, 2021

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Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic, alongside Duane Kuiper, discuss standout Giants players from spring training, Mike Yastrzemski’s potential for the 2021 season and an inside glimpse of how a broadcast duo works. Kuip also shares kind words for the late Joe Tait, hall of fame Cleveland broadcaster.

(1:40) Giants turning heads at spring training

(7:58) Will Duggar be on the opening day roster for the Giants?

(17:01) Kuip reveals his funny practical joke

(20:10) Kuip's frustrations with some spring training rules

(30:33) Remembering Cleveland broadcaster Joe Tait

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Dave Flemming discusses the Giants' chances in 2021, his relationship with fans Mar 08, 2021

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Giants play-by-play announcer Dave Flemming joins Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic on Giants Talk to discuss his career calling San Francisco Giants baseball games, the relationship he has developed with the fans and why the Giants look to be in a better position moving forward compared to years past.

(1:20) Cueto looking good in spring training

(7:04) Should the Giants worry about Brandon Belt?

(11:10) Is Castro the closer of the future for the Giants?

(15:01) Flemming discusses the Giants' added depth

(22:08) Flemming details calling a baseball game over the radio

(28:20) Flemming reveals why he enjoys calling Giants baseball games over others

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Kuip discusses Marco Luciano's bright future, takeaways from Giants' first spring training games Mar 04, 2021

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Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic, along with Duane Kuiper, discuss what the future holds for Giants prospect Marco Luciano, the impact of having fans in the stands on the upcoming season and how the delay of the Triple-A season will affect the Giants moving forward.

(2:10) Takeaways from Giants latest spring training games

(10:12) When will Ramos be on the Giants roster?

(13:50) Does Triple A’s postponed start affect the MLB?

(17:30) Kuip discusses having fans in the stands at spring training

(25:02) Kuip details the oddity of playing with small crowds

(28:30) How good can Luciano be?

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