Giants Talk: A San Francisco Giants Podcast

Scouting director John Barr discusses first round pick Joey Bart, second round pick Sean Hjelle, why the Giants took a ton of college pitchers on the second day of the draft, and how the whole draft process works. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Alex and Ahmed discuss Brandon Belt’s MVP-type numbers, Buster Posey's lack of power, a weird Evan Longoria stat, the issues with the rotation, what the Giants should do with their outfield, Madison Bumgarner's rehab schedule and much more from the first 50 games. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for adverti...

Former Giants reliever George Kontos discusses finding out he was going to be a Pittsburgh Pirate, facing the Giants over the weekend, being part of Pittsburgh’s rebuild, being a setup man, how he could have been a Cub, and more. 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 Ahmed Fareed take your questions and discuss Mac vs. Pence, Duggar breaking into a crowded outfield, slow starts for some veterans in the lineup, the Bumgarner trade idea, guys struggling in the bullpen, the possibility of team execs and coaches lurking on Twitter and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use...

Left-hander Derek Holland discusses facing the Giants in the 2010 World Series, how he chose San Francisco in the offseason, moving over to the National League, meeting Charlie Sheen, his many impersonations and much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Top prospect Tyler Beede discusses his big league debut, making that call to family members, what your cell phone looks like when you get called up, his unique first visit to AT&T Park's mound, and much more. Plus, Alex and Ahmed break down the lineup's struggles through the first 11 games and what they saw from Beede and Andrew Suarez. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com...

Former Giants third base coach Tim Flannery discusses what he saw in the clubhouse during a week in spring training, the changes to the coaching staff, what this year will be like for Bruce Bochy, and more. Also, Alex and Ahmed discuss the roster cuts in the outfield and infield and wrap up spring training. Plus, a Jeff Samardzija update. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.c...

Heliot Ramos and Jacob Gonzalez, the top two Giants picks last summer, discuss their big professional debuts, what they like about each other's games, their first spring training, how they became so close, and their timetables for reaching the big leagues. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Gregor Blanco discusses his return to the Giants, his year with the Diamondbacks, Buster Posey vs. Paul Goldschmidt, and his desire to help young outfielders. Plus, Alex and Ahmed break down the first three weeks of spring training. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Giants prospects Tyler Cyr and Andrew Suarez are this episode's guests. Cyr, a right-handed reliever, discusses growing up a Giants fan, his unique college experience, the lesson he learned from Madison Bumgarner and more. Suarez, a left-handed starter, talks about his approach on the mound, throwing to Buster Posey, and being involved in Giancarlo Stanton trade rumors. Then, a bonus clip of Bruce...

Prospect Steven Duggar discusses the possibility of winning a job this spring, dealing with injuries last year, his Fall League success, playing center field at AT&T Park, living with top prospects, and more. Plus, the proper pronunciation of his last name. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A fired up Hunter Pence discusses his move from right field to left field, getting over last season, this being his contract year, opening a coffee shop in the offseason, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Buster Posey sits down to discuss the recruitment of Shohei Ohtani, his reaction to the Longoria and McCutchen deals, lineup protection, the young starters, the concept of the Giants rebuilding, his legacy as a player, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Giants pitcher Jeff Samardzija reveals why he chose to honor Tyrone Willingham at the Coaching Corps Game Changer Awards and tells stories about his time as a two-sport star at Notre Dame. Jeff also discusses the vibe around the team facility in Scottsdale after the Longoria and McCutchen deals, the age of the Giants, what they have to do in 2018, and how McCutchen makes such a big impact. Hosted...

Alex and Ahmed break down the Austin Jackson deal and what it means for center field and the lineup. Then they talk about the rest of the front office's offseason plans, the need to add more pitching, and a familiar name in the outfield. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the day he was introduced at AT&T Park, new Giants third baseman Evan Longoria discusses the trade, growing up in Dodger territory, getting to know his new teammates, if the Giants have the best defensive infield, and more. Plus, Alex and Ahmed go over the latest on the search for rotation and relief help. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our c...

Alex and Ahmed react to the Andrew McCutchen trade and discuss where he might hit, what the Giants gave up, and what they should do in center field. Plus, is the rotation now the most pressing need on the roster? Then, former Giant and Pirate Ryan Vogelsong gives his thoughts on what McCutchen brings on and off the field. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for informatio...

Former Giant Kevin Frandsen discusses his new radio job, the concept of this Giants team turning into the Phillies squad that had to go through a long rebuild, the Evan Longoria deal, what he likes about Steven Duggar, other prospects in San Jose who stood out to him, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal da...

Former Giants first baseman Brett Pill stops by to discuss his time in San Francisco, what it was like playing in South Korea and what comes next now that his playing days are over. Plus, Alex and Ahmed talk about the quiet offseason stretch, timetables for Heliot Ramos and other prospects, Brandon Belt's future trade value and much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.c...

Alex and Ahmed break down all angles of the Evan Longoria trade, including the "rebuild vs. reload" debate, future payroll commitments, losing Christian Arroyo, what this means for Pablo Sandoval, and much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

David Bell, the new VP of Player Development, discusses why he returned to the Giants, his goals for the farm system, changes they need to make, and his best memories from San Francisco. Then, Craig Mish of Sirius XM talks about his Stanton reporting and what ultimately happened between the Giants and Mralins. Plus, a few minutes of Winter Meetings rumors. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company....

Top pitching prospect Tyler Beede talks about his Fall League experience, his upcoming wedding, a center fielder he likes and the rumors that he might get traded for Giancarlo Stanton. Also, Alex and Ahmed discuss the latest Stanton rumors and a potential plan for the outfield. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal da...

Right-hander Chris Stratton discusses his breakout season, the lessons he learned from Madison Bumgarner and Matt Cain, his high spin rate and more. Plus, Alex and Ahmed go over Johnny Cueto's contract, Brian Sabean's offseason priorities and Jeff Samardzija's trade value. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data fo...

Alex and Ahmed discuss the World Series, how the Giants compare to the two finalists, the October coaching changes, new hitting coach Alonzo Powell, some big-name free agents, trade chips, and the odds of bringing Giancarlo Stanton to San Francisco. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Giants team president and CEO Larry Baer wraps up the season and discusses the down year, his front office, paying the tax, season ticket sales, Tim Lincecum and much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.