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GIANTS TRADE NOTES: Heliot Ramos Drawing Interest, Arraez Nearing Exit Jul 30, 2026

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Did Tony Vitello just say goodbye to Luis Arraez?

Following another Giants win over the Brewers, Vitello delivered an emotional response when asked about Arraez, saying, "We don't have enough time here... He made literally everyone's day better. Every day." We break down why those comments sounded like a farewell, what they could mean with the MLB trade deadline just hours away, and whether the Giants are preparing to move one of their biggest trade chips.

Plus, Giants GM Zack Minasian offered a rare look behind the scenes of deadline negotiations, revealing the organization has discussed more than a dozen players while trying to separate serious trade offers from routine check-ins. We explain what that tells us about San Francisco's approach as the clock winds down.

Finally, we dive into the latest deadline intel from Jeff Passan and Jim Bowden, including potential fits for Luis Arraez, Robbie Ray, and Heliot Ramos, and whether the Giants should reconsider moving premium talent if a team like the Rays is truly willing to part with elite prospects.

0:00 Zack Minasian on deadline

11:11 Jim Bowden trade notes

21:20 Jeff Passan Intel

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GIANTS POSTCAST: TRADE CHIPS Show Out in UNLIKELY Series Win Over Brewers Jul 30, 2026

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The San Francisco Giants bludgeoned the Milwaukee Brewers today in a 16-3 win in the rubber match to secure their second consecutive series win on this homestand. Heliot Ramos and Luis Arraez combined for eight hits and five RBI in the win, and with the trade deadline just a few days away, a game like this might slightly boost the value of both hitters. Logan Webb was pretty solid in the win, as he gave the San Francisco Giants six innings of work while only giving up two runs. Also of note in today's game, Daniel Susac popped his first career big-league home run, then followed it up with a second homer later in the game.

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GIANTS DEADLINE LATEST: Injuries Mount, Trade Talk Intensifies Jul 29, 2026

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The San Francisco Giants can't seem to catch a break.

Just days before the MLB trade deadline, the Giants were hit with another wave of injuries. Casey Schmitt is expected to miss significant time with a torn meniscus, Harrison Bader is dealing with a scooter-related injury, and pitching prospect Trevor McDonald will undergo Tommy John surgery. We discuss what each injury means and how it impacts the Giants' plans for the rest of the season.

Plus, the trade deadline continues to heat up. The Athletic breaks down the Giants' most likely trade partners and reports continued interest in Luis Arraez, while Jeff Passan casts doubt on the return San Francisco could receive for Arraez or Robbie Ray. Susan Slusser also believes Heliot Ramos is increasingly likely to be dealt before the deadline. We break down the latest reports and what they mean for Buster Posey's biggest decisions.

0:00 Crazy injury news

13:02 The Athletic trade breakdown

24:00 Return expectations

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GIANTS POSTCAST: MORE MISERY as Giants Get Blasted by Brewers Jul 29, 2026

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The San Francisco Giants came crashing back down to Earth today after a great win last night, falling 8-2 to the Milwaukee Brewers. Landen Roupp only lasted 3.2 innings tonight as he really struggled to put away hitters with two strikes, allowing many to work back in the count and eventually draw a walk or produce a hit. Meanwhile, the San Francisco Giants offense was miserable again, stranding six baserunners while going 0-3 with runners in scoring position. Bryce Eldridge provided the only positive for the team tonight with a two-run homer that trimmed the Milwaukee Brewers' lead to just six runs in the 8th inning. With the rubber match tomorrow, the San Francisco Giants still have a chance to win the series, albeit an unlikely one.

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GIANTS TRADE BUZZ: Rafael Devers Drawing Calls Jul 28, 2026

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The San Francisco Giants are winning games again—but is this the exact scenario fans have been hoping to avoid?

As the trade deadline approaches, the Giants are once again flirting with a late-season surge that could complicate an otherwise clear direction. We discuss why these wins may not change the big picture, why Buster Posey still needs to stay focused on the future, and whether the Giants can avoid repeating a familiar pattern.

Plus, Jon Heyman reports the Giants are receiving calls on Rafael Devers, though a deal remains an extreme long shot unless San Francisco is willing to absorb a significant portion of his contract. We break down what that means, why Matt Chapman appears to be a much more realistic trade candidate, and where Willy Adames fits into the latest deadline rumors.

Finally, Kiley McDaniel outlines what every contender should target at the deadline, including the type of prospects the Giants could pursue as they look to strengthen the organization's future.

0:00 Are the Giants going to do the thing?

10:55 Team calling for Devers

19:12 Deadline prospect watch

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GIANTS POSTCAST: COMPLETE TEAM WIN as Giants Handle Brewers Jul 28, 2026

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The San Francisco Giants played what might have been their best brand of baseball in all of 2026 tonight in a 3-0 win over the Milwaukee Brewers at Oracle Park. Tyler Mahle tossed 6+ innings of shutout ball, and the embattled bullpen provided three innings of no-hit relief. Even the ninth inning was spectacularly uneventful with the San Francisco Giants in the field, a rare but welcome relief after much of the season has been defined by chaos in the late innings. Grant McCray provided a two-run home run to give the San Francisco Giants the offensive lift they needed to secure the win. The lone dark cloud, Casey Schmitt pulled up with a knee injury when rounding first base early in this game and he will have an MRI tomorrow.

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GIANTS TRADE LATEST: Jung Hoo Lee Staying, Ramos Available Jul 27, 2026

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The MLB trade deadline is just one week away, and the San Francisco Giants are beginning to reveal who could stay—and who could be on the move.

According to Bob Nightengale, the Giants are telling teams that Jung Hoo Lee is not available, while Heliot Ramos could be traded before the deadline. We break down what that report means, whether moving Ramos makes sense, and how Buster Posey may be approaching the biggest decisions of his first trade deadline running baseball operations.

We also recap a much-needed series win for the Giants and discuss whether it changes anything as the organization prepares for a pivotal week. Plus, we take a closer look at Giants prospect Scott Bandura and what he could bring to the organization's future.

0:00 Week away from the deadline

11:27 Jung Hoo Lee off the market

23:55 Scott Bandura profile

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GIANTS TRADE REPORT: Stars in Demand, Larry Baer on Rebuilding Jul 24, 2026

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The San Francisco Giants are receiving calls on some of their biggest stars as the trade deadline approaches.

According to Jon Heyman, rival teams have checked in on Matt Chapman, Willy Adames, and Rafael Devers, while the Yankees have discussed Luis Arraez—though questions remain about how he'd fit in New York. We break down what these conversations mean, which players are actually realistic trade candidates, and what Buster Posey's front office could be planning in the final days before the deadline.

Plus, Giants president Larry Baer joined KNBR and made it clear he doesn't believe a prolonged rebuild is necessary to build a winner. We discuss what that philosophy means for the organization's direction, how it could shape deadline decisions, and whether the Giants are trying to thread the needle between competing now and building for the future.

Finally, we look at the latest deadline intel from Jim Bowden and Robert Murray as contenders and sellers begin to separate across Major League Baseball.

0:00 Teams are calling the Yankees

11:57 Larry Baer on rebuilding

23:28 Trade news dump

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GIANTS FRUSTRATION: Vitello's Muted Ejection & Deadline Questions Jul 23, 2026

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The San Francisco Giants lost again, but one moment stood out more than anything else. After Willy Adames was ejected on a controversial strike-three call, manager Tony Vitello barely reacted, raising an interesting question: is the fire that defined this team earlier in the season starting to fade?

We break down the missed call, Vitello's response, and whether frustration, fatigue, or simply the reality of the standings is changing the tone around the Giants' clubhouse.

Plus, with the trade deadline rapidly approaching, new reports suggest this year's market may be quieter than expected. We discuss what that means for Buster Posey, whether the Giants should adjust their approach, and which names continue to surface as trade targets around baseball.

0:00 Vitello losing his fire?

12:35 Trade deadline dud?

21:12 Mark Feinsand - 12 targets to watch

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GIANTS POSTCAST: BLOWN CALL Triggers COMPLETE COLLAPSE as Giants Get Swept Again Jul 22, 2026

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The San Francisco Giants looked like they were going to avoid a fifth consecutive loss today, but the beleaguered bullpen blew the lead in the seventh inning after a horrific call on a Vinnie Pasquantino double led to a barrage of runs for the Kansas City Royals. The five-run inning spoiled a terrific start from Landen Roupp, who had only given up two hits and was carrying a shutout into the seventh inning before Mark Estabrook's blown call. Ultimately, the San Francisco Giants fell 5-4 in another gut-punch of a loss. Since returning from the All-Star break, the San Francisco Giants have only won one game.

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