Giants Talk: A San Francisco Giants Podcast

Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic look back at the Giants' Game 4 loss as they failed to close out the Dodgers. Anthony DeSclafani once again struggled against the Dodgers and the Giants' bats could not keep up. Alex and Cole also look ahead to the winner-take-all Game 5 on Thursday at Oracle Park. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and u...

Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic break down the Giants' 1-0 win over the Dodgers in Game 3 of the NLDS. Max Scherzer made one mistake, and Evan Longoria made him pay with his solo homer in the fifth inning. Camilo Doval came on for a six-out save to give San Francisco a 2-1 advantage in the five-game series. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our colle...

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper break down the Giants' Game 2 loss to the Dodgers. Buster Posey became San Francisco's all-time leader in postseason hits, but Kevin Gausman and Dominic Leone struggled in the sixth inning en route to a 9-2 loss. The Giants now head to LA with the best-of-five series tied at one game apiece. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information...

Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic react to the Giants' NLDS Game 1 win over the Dodgers. Logan Webb outdueled Cy Young candidate Walker Buehler, and San Francisco hit three homers, including a two-run Buster Posey shot, on its way to a 4-0 victory Friday night. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Duane Kuiper joins Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper to discuss the Dodgers' dramatic 3-1 win over the Cardinals and what to expect in the NLDS. Duane shares his biggest worry with the Giants facing Dodgers. The crew also shares their confidence level with Logan Webb starting game 1. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal...

It took 107 wins and a wild final weekend of the season for the Giants to clinch the NL West and Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic look back at the historic season. Does Brandon Crawford deserve more MVP consideration? Will Kevin Gausman start Game 1 of the NLDS? When will Kris Bryant have his Giant moment? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collect...

Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic are joined by Duane Kuiper to discuss Brandon Belt's injury and potential to return in the postseason. They also look at the Dodgers weekend series against the Brewers, potential Giants postseason matchups, and what to expect when Madison Bumgarner takes the mound at Oracle Park in front of Giants fans. (3:40) Padres implode vs Dodgers (9:45) Can Doval be Giants close...

Former Giants manager Brucy Bochy joins Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic to discuss San Francisco's historic season and how Buster Posey, Brandon Crawford and Brandon Belt have turned back the clock. Bochy also breaks down what he's seen from the Giants top prospects and what his plans are for the future. (2:20) Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic look back at the Giants' series sweep of the Rockies (8:56)...

Duane Kuiper joins Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper to discuss LaMonte Wade Jr.’s clutch hitting, the Giants continued battle for the NL West title and if Bruce Bochy could make his way back into MLB. (1:05) Giants' magic number down to single digits (7:40) Could Doval be the Giants' closer moving forward? (18:36) Tromp claimed off waivers by Braves (22:29) Dodgers’ struggles in Denver extend Giants’...

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss the Giants' series win over the Atlanta Braves, if San Francisco’s starting rotation is finding its groove at the right time and how the Giants' versatility is a strength moving toward October. Plus, who are the Giants’ possible playoff opponents? (1:05) Giants take two of three from Braves (8:48) Should Giants be encouraged about DeSclafani’s performance? (13...

Duane Kuiper joins Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper to discuss the Giants clinching a spot in the MLB Playoffs, the sustained success of Buster Posey, Brandon Crawford and Brandon Belt and the emergence of “The Captain." (2:05) Are bullpen games to frequent for San Francisco? (8:32) Giants clinch postseason spot with win on Monday (16:36) Do the Giants rely on the home run too much? (24:13) Wood like...

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss the Giants' sweep of the Cubs in Chicago, if Brandon Belt will go down as an all-time Giant great and the continued battle between San Francisco and Los Angeles for the NL West crown. (2:05) Giants sweep Cubs in Chicago (7:32) Bryant emotional in return to Wrigley (13:36) Is Belt an all-time great Giant? (22:50) Looking at the battle for the NL West (29:03) Pr...

Duane Kuiper joins Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper to discuss the Giants sweep of the Colorado Rockies, Kris Bryant’s upcoming return to Chicago and the continued growth of analytics in MLB. Plus, Alex and Cole look ahead to the Giants' upcoming schedule and reveal when Giants fans should start looking at their magic number. (1:05) Giants sweep Rockies in Denver (7:32) Should Giants be pleased about...

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss the latest series between the Giants and Dodgers, including the extra-inning game from Friday night and the Giants finally getting to Walker Buehler. Plus, Alex and Cole discuss if the Giants should continue to rest Buster Posey and Brandon Crawford while looking ahead at the upcoming schedule for San Francisco. (1:05) Giants take two from Dodgers at Oracle Pa...

Duane Kuiper joins Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper to discuss the Giants' first rough stretch of the season, if Giants fans should boo visiting teams at Oracle Park and which NL teams are the toughest matchups for the Giants in the playoffs. (3:05) Giants fall into second place behind Dodgers (9:02) Discussing the Giants’ expanded roster (13:56) Weighing in on the retirement of Ron Wotus (19:40) Do...

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss the Giants dropping the series to the Braves in Atlanta, the stellar pitching of Logan Webb, and preview San Francisco’s upcoming series against the Brewers and Dodgers. Plus, what are the chances the Giants win some awards at the end of the season? (6:05) Giants drop first series in August (10:02) How important has Webb been to Giants this season? (16:56) Sho...

Duane Kuiper joins Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper to discuss the Giants-Mets series, which past closers Jake McGee compares to and how the Giants' success from a decade ago is affecting this season. Plus, hear from Giants manager Gabe Kapler on his process for pinch hitters and when he decides to go off plan. (2:05) Discussing the Giants-Mets series (8:02) Belt homers twice during emotional day (13...

Kris Bryant joins Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper to discuss coming back to the West Coast and joining the Giants, playing for manager Gabe Kapler and what his baseball future holds. Plus, Alex and Cole break down the Giants' late-game heroics against the A’s and what it means moving forward. (2:35) Giants’ late inning heroics return against A’s (8:02) How will the 2021 Giants be remembered? (13:06)...

Duane Kuiper joins Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper to discuss the re-signing of Brandon Crawford, if Buster Posey and Brandon Belt will follow suit, and the amount of players who have reached out to check on his health. (2:35) Giants re-sign Crawford to two-year deal (8:30) Should the Giants be worried about DeSclafani’s injury? (15:02) Examining the impact of the extra-inning baserunner (18:30) Cou...

Giants president of baseball operations Farhan Zaidi joins Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper to discuss the trade for Kris Bryant, what he can learn from other sports to improve the Giants moving forward and if his growing reputation in MLB circles is making his job more challenging. (2:35) How long did it take for Farhan to win over the fan base? (7:50) Farhan reveals the Giants' reaction after tradi...

Duane Kuiper joins Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper to discuss his first impressions of Giants general manager Farhan Zaidi, Buster Posey’s resurgent season and challenge of calling a home run in Oracle Park. (2:35) Giants take two from Diamondbacks (8:08) Will Posey, Crawford and Belt retire as Giants? (13:52) Should Giants fans be worried about McGee? (19:10) Who will be the first right-handed batt...

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss Brandon Belt’s return to the lineup, if the Giants can keep up their late game heroics and what other NL West teams the Giants should keep an eye out for. Plus, Alex and Cole examine San Francisco's recent roster moves and look ahead to the challenging decisions ahead. (1:47) Giants now 30 games over .500 (8:38) What other NL West teams should Giants keep an e...

Duane Kuiper joins Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper to discuss the Giants trading for Kris Bryant, how he fits into the clubhouse and the potential of him signing an extension with San Francisco. Plus, Kuip weighs in on the Giants facing Madison Bumgarner and if he remember a play as crazy as the “Catchers Balk”. (2:07) Giants continue to beat up on Diamondbacks (6:08) Bumgarner shines vs. Giants (13...

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss the arrival of new Giant Kris Bryant, the effect he will have on the NL West race and how dangerous San Francisco’s lineup is after the trade deadline. Plus, Alex and Cole look ahead to the much anticipated matchup between the Giants and Madison Bumgarner. (2:07) Giants take series from the Astros (7:08) Can Ruf continue his hot streak? (13:18) Will Bryant re-...

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper break down the Giants' trade for Kris Bryant, what he brings to the San Francisco and how important the former NL MVP will be throughout the remainder of the season. (1:07) Giants land Bryant from Cubs (6:48) Did Giants trade too much for Bryant? (12:45) What was Giants thought process for the Watson trade? (16:19) Who is the favorite in the NL West? (24:05) How does...