Giants Talk: A San Francisco Giants Podcast

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss the impact new Giants starting pitcher Carlos Rodon will have on the rotation, if they are still in the market for a big-name power hitter and the chances Freddie Freeman makes his way to the Dodgers (2:05) What do Giants fans need to know about Rodon? (7:30) Giants sign Junis, Martinez to deals (13:36) Will Giants sign a power hitter? (19:57) Kershaw re-signs...

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss the breaking news of MLB and MLBPA agreeing to terms on a new CBA and what this means for the Giants moving forward. (1:05) MLB, MLBPA come to new agreement (4:30) How will the schedule pan out for Giants? (9:36) What moves will the Giants make now? (15:57) How packed will the stadium be this season? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.co...

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper give their takeaways from the Giants minor league camp in Arizona, including the promise Luis Matos has shown and Marco Luciano's big league potential. Plus, hear from former Giant Travis Ishikawa on what it’s like working in the Giants organization and if the young players know his history in San Francisco. (1:05) MLB, MLBPA making strides on negotiations (9:30) Whic...

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 co...

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 dr...

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 pitcher...

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)...

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 Franci...

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...

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 sig...

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 Ha...

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:...

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 28:5...

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper are joined by former Giants pitcher and two-time World Series champ George Kontos. He reminisces about World Series titles, fun bullpen moments, and how the San Francisco Giants united him with his favorite band Metallica. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper welcome Duane Kuiper on this special episode of Giants Talk. We're in the middle of an MLB lockout and anything can happen. Could Spring Training be cut short or delayed? Let's break it down. 4:13 - 7:40 Giants sign Bay Area's own Alex Blandino, stat breakdown 8:00 Duane's back to discuss the lockout 8:25 - 10:20 Duane's counting on Florida, Arizona to put the pressur...

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper give you the latest rundown of San Francisco Giants news including new pitching prospects, players hot takes on the Hall of Fame case for Barry Bonds, and some exclusive words from Alex Wood on the plan for replacing the iconic Buster Posey. 1:08 - 7:12 New pitching prospects in Giants' minor league organization with rad mullets 7:25 - 9:30 What about catchers? Do we...

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper break down the MLB lockout and what the timeline could look like. How will the Giants roster be impacted and will player development be slowed? Alex and Cole also break down the Alex Cobb signing and how he will fit into the Giants rotation. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for...

Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic talk all the trades, contracts, money, and more floating around the San Francisco Giants organization. Plus, we have an inspiring talk with MiLB's Best Feel Good Moment award-winner (Giants, Rivercats) Drew Robinson about men's mental health, helping players, and his own inspiring MLB moments as part of our Headstrong series. Please be advised that this episode mentio...

Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic sit down with National League Manager of the Year Gabe Kapler to discuss the team effort that went into his win, spring training, Buster Posey's retirement, players to watch, and more. He even reveals a secret BBQ spot in the Dogpatch that you have to try, so listen all the way through! 5:07 - 6:24 Gabe Kapler says his NL Manager of the Year honor was a complete team...

Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic re-visit Buster Posey's retirement press conference and discuss Clayton Kershaw's comments praising Buster as the best catcher in the game. Farhan Zaidi wins MLB's Executive of the Year, Gabe Kapler is a finalist for Manager of the Year, but Brandon Crawford is snubbed in the MVP race despite winning his 4th Gold Glove. 1:40 Re-visiting Buster Posey’s retirement press...

Duane Kuiper joins Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper to discuss the shocking Buster Posey retirement. Kuip expresses his shock and that it's a sad day for him and Giants fans. Plus, he and Pavs make the case of why he's absolutely a Hall of Fame player. 03:40 The year away with his family might have given Posey better perspective about life away from playing. 04:45 Kuip is still shocked and disappoint...

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper talk Dodgers disappointment, Buster Posey and Brandon Crawford's chances for major MLB awards, and whether or not they'd pursue any free agents from the Giants' biggest rival. Then Pavs sits down with Gabe Kapler to dissect his Game 5 moves and what next year has in store. (0:46) MLB Lockout? (5:40) Giants Kapler, Farhan could be Manager and Executive of the Year (7:0...

Farhan Zaidi sat down with Alex Pavlovic to reflect on the Giants season and look ahead to offseason roster moves including upcoming decisions regarding Brandon Belt and Kevin Gausman. Zaidi discussed the job Gabe Kapler has done and how the Giants can improve next season. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data fo...

Duane Kuiper joins Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper to recap the Giants postseason and look ahead to the most pressing questions heading into the offseason. What will happen with the Giants rotation? Will Buster Posey be back in San Francisco? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper break down the disappointing end to the NLDS on a controversial check swing call by first base umpire Gabe Morales. Logan Webb cemented himself as the Giants' ace with another strong performance but the lineup couldn't get the job done against the Dodgers. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of per...