Giants Talk: A San Francisco Giants Podcast

Duane Kuiper joins Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper to discuss the Giants' disappointing season, the areas where the team can improve the roster during the offseason and what he would do if he was the GM. Plus, Alex and Cole weigh in on the struggles faced this season and which players might be done with their Giants’ career. (1:02) Giants swept by Padres, seemingly out of playoff contention (7:24) D...

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss the importance of the upcoming series against the Padres for the Giants’ playoff hopes and if the number of injuries will be too much for the team to overcome. Then, Alex and Cole switch gears to discuss the farm system and the bright future of two prospects. (1:36) Is this week make or break for the Giants? (9:24) Injury bug taking its toll on San Francisco (...

Duane Kuiper joins Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper to discuss what the future holds for Brandon Belt, why the Giants don’t have any excuses for their struggles this season and what he looks for when the new schedule comes out. Plus, Alex and Cole break down if the Giants regret not trading Carlos Rodón and if their playoff chances are over. (1:16) Giants split series in Detroit (6:24) Is Rodón desti...

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss Brandon Belt’s recent struggles and what it means for his Giants future, Evan Longoria’s continued solid play and why San Francisco needs to watch Camilo Doval’s usage. Plus, Marco Scutaro and Reggie Crawford join Alex for exclusive one-on-one interviews. (1:16) Giants drop series to Rockies in Denver (6:24) Will Longoria be back next season? (10:09) Can Belt...

Duane Kuiper joins Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper to break down his recent walk-off calls and the Giants' bullpen issues. Alex and Cole share initial impressions of first-round pick Reggie Crawford, the Giants' offense heating up, and Luis Gonzalez getting optioned. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advert...

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss how the Giants can get back into the NL Wild Card race, starting with their four-game series against the Diamondbacks. Alex sat down with Ryan Vogelsong to reflect on the 2012 World Series team, and comparing the Giants' top pitching prospect Kyle Harrison to Madison Bumgarner. 1:10 Looking back on the Giants-Pirates series 9:30 How can the Giants get back int...

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss the Giants’ path to the post season as the team makes a push for the playoff, and if that push will be hindered by the injury bug, including an update on Joey Bart. Plus, they reminisce on the 2012 season ahead of the reunion. (1:31) How does losing the series to the Padres shape the Giants' playoff chances? (3:59) Did Manny Machado’s walk-off change Giants fa...

Will Clark joins Alex Pavlovic to discuss the advice he gave Joey Bart after his tough start to the season, what the future holds for the Giants with the youth movement in the farm system and how it feels to have his jersey retired by San Francisco. Plus, Alex and Cole Kuiper discuss if the series win against the A’s is a turning point for the Giants. (1:36) Giants' bats wake up vs A’s (6:24) Will...

Farhan Zaidi joins Alex Pavlovic to discuss the Giants’ pursuit of Juan Soto, the reasons San Francisco decided to hold steady at the MLB trade deadline and what the future holds for some of the standout prospects in the minors. Plus, Alex and Cole Kuiper weigh in on the passing of Vin Scully and Gabe Kapler’s first ejection as the Giants manager. (1:36) Discussing the passing of Vin Scully (6:24)...

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper break down the Giants’ decision to hold on to Carlos Rodón and Joc Pederson, the reasons San Francisco parted ways with Darin Ruf and Curt Casali and where the team stands in the NL West after the Padres made the blockbuster trade for Juan Soto and the Dodgers acquired Joey Gallo. (1:36) Giants keep Rodón, Pederson at deadline (6:09) Ruf headed to Mets in trade (13:09...

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss the upcoming MLB trade deadline, the likelihood Carlos Rodón is traded and if Joc Pederson’s concussion changes the chances he is moved. Plus, is defense the key to a Giants playoff run? (1:36) Has Rodón pitched his last game for the Giants? (9:09) Who else has the potential to be traded? (12:30) Where will Soto end up? (19:31) Is defense the key to a playoff...

Duane Kuiper joins Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper to discuss if the Giants should make a splashy move and trade for Juan Soto, the struggles the team is facing right now and what Farhan Zaidi should be focusing on. Plus, Alex and Cole break down if the Giants should be buyers or sellers this season. (1:51) Giants swept by Diamondbacks in Arizona (9:09) Will the Giants still make the playoffs? (16:3...

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss the Giants’ disappointing series in Los Angeles against the Dodgers, what Carlos Rodón’s trade value could be and if San Francisco should make a play for Juan Soto. Plus, tune in to the first installment of "Homegrown," a Logan Webb feature. (1:51) Giants swept by Dodgers in LA (6:59) Should the Giants have pinch-hit for Belt? (11:30) Longoria headed to IL (17...

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 m...

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 t...

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 rapi...

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 t...

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 B...

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) Poten...

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 th...

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...

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-...

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...

Duane Kuiper joins Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper to discuss Brandon Crawford’s career with the Giants, if there will be another player to follow in Crawford’s footsteps and Brandon Belt’s return from injury. Plus, Alex and Cole discuss the Giants’ upcoming roster decisions and what the future holds for Luis Gonzalez (1:39) Giants take series from Royals after sweeping Dodgers (5:28) Kapler on the...

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss the Giants’ weekend sweep of the Dodgers, how the bullpen flashed its massive potential and why this could be the turning point for the season. Plus, Alex and Cole update some Giants’ injuries before celebrating the tenth anniversary of Matt Cain’s perfect game. (1:39) Giants sweep Dodgers for first time since 2016 (10:28) Are the Giants a lock for the playoff...