Giants Talk: A San Francisco Giants Podcast

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George Kontos discusses his Giants years, joining NBC Sports Bay Area Jul 20, 2020

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On the latest Giants Insider Podcast, Alex Pavlovic is joined by former Giants pitcher and newest NBCSBA analyst George Kontos. The duo discuss George’s time with the Giants, the transition into a broadcasting career and how the former reliever would approach this unique season.

(3:50) Kontos shares he is joining NBC Sports Bay Area

(6:47) Kontos reveals his comeback attempt this past spring

(11:53) How long do relievers need to rest?

(14:24) Kontos details his relationship with some Giants greats

(21:55) Kontos expresses how he would approach this season

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Breaking down Giants' return to baseball Jul 08, 2020

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On the latest edition of the Giants Insider Podcast, Alex Pavlovic is joined by Kelli Johnson to discuss the Giants’ return to Oracle Park and baseball activities. The duo details the atmosphere in the stadium and how this could be beneficial to the young talent on the team.

(1:04) How optimistic are you the season will be played?

(3:54) What is it like at the stadium?

(9:20) How are workouts going?

(12:09) What do the prospects look like?

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Giants GM Scott Harris discusses MLB restart Jul 02, 2020

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On the latest Giants Insider Podcast, Giants general manager Scott Harris joins Alex Pavlovic to discuss the MLB's restart plan and his thoughts on the 2020 season. Plus, the duo detail the potential roster and break down how important the construction will be during a shortened season.

(3:08) How has the job gone so far?

(5:06) Minor League Baseball season cancelled

(10:40) Discussing roster battles

(13:19) How important is the roster in a shortened season?

(18:45) Looking forward to the trade deadline

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Giants manager Gabe Kapler on the return of MLB Jun 24, 2020

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Baseball is back! On the latest Giants Insider Podcast, Alex Pavlovic is joined by Giants manager Gabe Kapler to discuss the return of the MLB season and the outlook for the team. Plus, the duo look at how a shortened season affects the Giants and how the team will adjust to some new health guidelines.

(3:13) Have you communicated with team?

(4:35) What are some things you are doing for safety?

(7:45) Have you started to think about in-game safety?

(12:50) Injury Updates

(15:35) Are the Giants better off in a shorter season?

(19:40) Focus on farm system headed into 2020 season

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Giants close to return as MLB and MLBPA reportedly near agreement Jun 17, 2020

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On the latest Giants Insider Podcast, Alex Pavlovic details the new reports of the MLB and MLBPA reportedly are close to an agreement on the 2020 season. Plus, Alex is joined by Steve Moskowitz as they discuss the legal happenings with the MLB and MLBPA and break down what needs to be done in order for baseball to return this summer. For more information on Steve Moskowitz, visit www.moskowitzllp.com.

(2:53) Reports say MLB and MLBPA close to agreement on the 2020 season

(10:18) Why don’t teams want to open their books?

(14:23) Is this a situation that will affect the next CBA?

(16:30) What should players be concerned about legally?

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Giants scouting director Michael Holmes discusses MLB draft Jun 11, 2020

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Giants scouting director Michael Holmes stopped by after the first round of the draft to discuss why the Giants liked Patrick Bailey so much, what it means that they took another first-round catcher, how the preparation for this draft was so unique, and the plans for Day 2, when the Giants have a league-high six picks.

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Previewing the MLB draft Jun 09, 2020

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Alex Pavlovic and Dalton Johnson discuss the changes to this year's MLB draft rules, the local ties of likely top pick Spencer Torkelson, the Giants' needs, why Tyler Soderstrom is always connected to the Giants, some other options for them at No. 13, and why having two extra picks will be a huge advantage.

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Justin Viele talks about journey to role as Giants hitting coach Jun 03, 2020

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New Giants hitting coach Justin Viele talks about getting that job as a 29-year-old, what it was like playing with Mike Yastrzemski in the minors, the three things he focuses on with his hitting philosophy, using PlayStation to scout the National League, what he tells Gabe Kapler during Zoom simulations, and much more.

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Javier Lopez discusses facing Barry Bonds, favorite memory as a Giant May 27, 2020

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On the newest Giants Insider Podcast, former Giant and four-time World Series champion Javier Lopez joins Kelli Johnson and Alex Pavlovic to discuss if baseball will be back this summer and how he would have handled this situation as a player. Plus, he details his favorite memory from his time in San Francisco and what it was like facing Barry Bonds.

(2:13) MLB proposes new deal to players union

(7:25) How has it been at home?

(10:10) What should a player want to know from their union?

(14:33) How as a player would you handle this?

(17:50) Would you like a shorten season?

(21:35) Do you like the new relief pitcher rule?

(24:52) How was it pitching to Barry Bonds?

(29:44) Favorite Giants memory

(35:00) What are you missing about baseball?

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Rob Brantly discusses Buster Posey's leadership, Gabe Kapler's approach May 20, 2020

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On the latest Giants Insider Podcast, Kelli Johnson and Alex Pavlovic are joined by Rob Brantly to discuss his time as a journeyman in the MLB, Buster Posey's leadership and the managing style of Gabe Kapler.

(3:40) How is it working out at home?

(6:50) What will players lose if there is no season?

(10:10) What is Kapler's approach as Manager?

(13:01) What has stood out from your time with Buster Posey?

(15:04) How are the Giants young players developing?

(19:24) What is the key to staying in MLB?

(21:41) What have you learned from your MLB playing days?

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