Giants Talk: A San Francisco Giants Podcast

On "Giants Talk," Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper break down San Francisco's 2025 roster, discuss Tyler Fitzgerald's ranking on prospect lists and answer a few fan mailbag questions. 1:00 – Lineup breakdown, Giants are sneaky deep but still feel a bat short, especially when injuries pop up 3:45 – On Tyler Fitzgerald making top 10 lists 5:15 – Adames ranking feeling low 6:15 – What do you add to the...

Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic preview the Giants' pitching rotation ahead of Spring Training and how Justin Verlander will fit in with Logan Webb and Robbie Ray.  Also, Cole and Alex discuss whether the Giants still plan on making other roster moves before heading to Arizona and if the Dodgers offseason could be a catalyst for change in the next CBA. 1:00   Roki Sasaki to Dodgers could be a ‘tippi...

On "Giants Talk," co-hosts Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper break down the news San Francisco is out of the running for Japanese pitcher Rōki Sasaki, discuss whether Justin Verlander should wear No. 35 after Brandon Crawford's recent retirement and answer a couple fan mailbag questions. :50 – Giants out on Rōki Sasaki 8:00 – Other international prospects: Josuar De Jesus Gonzales 12:45 – On Justin Ve...

On this emergency episode of "Giants Talk," Alex Pavlovic and George Kontos break down San Francisco's reported one-year, $15 million contract with veteran ace Justin Verlander, why the deal made sense for president of baseball operations Buster Posey and who should be the fifth starting pitcher. Intro: 1:10 – Verlander always made sense to Alex as a one year deal 3:00 – Continues Buster’s trend t...

On this episode of "Giants Talk," Alex Pavlovic and Laura Britt discuss why MLB ace Corbin Burnes signing with the Arizona Diamondbacks is so disappointing, how San Francisco is one of the remaining teams still in the mix for Japanese pitcher Rōki Sasaki and other ways the team can upgrade its offense for the 2025 MLB season. 1:10 – Why Corbin Burnes signing with the Diamondbacks is so disappointi...

Brothers Zack and Perry Minasian join Alex Pavlovic on "Giants Talk" to discuss how their upbringing prepared them for their roles as general managers of San Francisco and the Los Angeles Angels, respectively, who's the most competitive brother and what it's like making trades together.   Intro: :45 – Recent signings: first basemen off the board / Paul Goldschmidt 7:15 – Giants happy with LaMonte...

Bob Melvin joins Alex Pavlovic on "Giants Talk" to discuss how he envisions the Giants' lineup, his expectations for Ryan Walker and Camilo Doval next season, and why he believes Kyle Harrison is "hungrier." Plus, Cole Kuiper and Alex break down the Giants' free-agent pursuit of Corbin Burnes and if they have a shot at 23-year-old Japanese superstar pitcher Rōki Sasaki. Intro: :40 – Will the Giant...

Willy Adames joins Alex Pavlovic on "Giants Talk" to discuss why he bought into Buster Posey and the Giants' vision for his future, his excitement to play alongside Matt Chapman and why he chose to wear #2.   Intro: :55 - Willy Adames press conference break down 3:05 - How the Adames deal went down 3:50 - Kyle Tucker available 6:00 - First base and DH options 7:05 - Corbin Burnes speculation   Wil...

Buster Posey joins Alex Pavlovic on "Giants Talk" from the MLB Winter Meetings to discuss the Willy Adames signing, why the Giants were out on Juan Soto's free agency and gives his thoughts on Rōki Sasaki. Intro: 1:00 – Roki Sasaki speculation 3:45 – Corbin Burnes speculation Buster Posey: 6:20 - Buster Posey on his experience so far at the MLB Winter Meetings 7:00  – When in the process Willy Ada...

Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic break down the league's reaction to the Giants' reported Willy Adames agreement, how it has brought clarity to San Francisco's infield, and discuss the latest updates on Jung Hoo Lee, Jordan Hicks and Camilo Doval. 1:00 – Reactions to reported Willy Adames signing 6:30 – Plan to introduce Adames this week 7:00 – Clarity on the in-field lineup 8:30 – Updates on Jung Ho...

Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic break down the Giants' reported seven-year, $182 million contract with star shortstop Willy Adames and what this means for the rest of San Francisco's offseason plans. :45 – Giants reportedly agree to record contract with Willy Adames 4:30 – Details on contract 6:20 – Breaking down Buster Posey’s first deal, why getting it done before Juan Soto signs was important 9:0...

Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic break down Brandon Crawford's legacy in San Francisco after he announced his retirement, what Blake Snell signing with the Dodgers means and what Buster Posey should look to accomplish at the 2024 MLB Winter Meetings. :45 – Discussing Brandon Crawford’s retirement and legacy with the Giants 7:15 – Alex and Cole's favorite Crawford moment 11:00 – Blake Snell signs with...

Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic are joined by Duane Kuiper to discuss the Giants' possible outfield lineup next season, how the team can balance free agency with playing time for young players, and if Madison Bumgarner could return to San Francisco as an advisor. 1:00 – What Giants' outfield might look like for 2025 season 5:45 – Free agency vs. giving young players opportunities 8:00 – On having a...

New San Francisco Giants general manager Zack Minasian sits down with Alex Pavlovic to discuss the team's identity and why his lifetime around baseball makes him a good fit for the position. Cole Kuiper and Alex also break down Randy Winn's new role with the team and answer fan's mailbag questions. Intro: 1:00 - Randy Winn named Vice President of Player Development 7:00 - Austin Slater signs with...

Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic discuss the Giants' possible infield lineup next season, including if free-agent shortstop Ha-Seong Kim could make his way to San Francisco this offseason, along with other possible options this offseason   1:00 – Explaining what the GM meetings are for 2:50 – Uncertainty for the Giants' offseason 9:20 – Why so many former Giants are working together elsewhere 12:50 –...

Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic break down why the Giants promoted Zack Minasian to be their general manager, share their reaction to Patrick Bailey and Matt Chapman winning NL Gold Gloves, and discuss if the bullpen is set after several relievers had breakout 2024 seasons.   :45 – Why the Giants hired Zack Minasian as GM 10:00 – Comings and goings in San Francisco 25:50 – Bailey and Chapman win Gol...

Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic break down the Giants' starting pitching options this offseason, if they believe Blake Snell will be back with the team and discuss the World Series matchup between the Los Angeles Dodgers and New York Yankees.   1:00 – Takeaways from the World Series matchup 11:00 - Do the Giants need to just spend the money this offseason? 14:15 – Comparing the Giants use of bullpen...

Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic break down how the Giants might handle arbitration-eligible players, this year’s World Series matchup, and what their future roster could look like. Cole and Alex also answer fan questions about the Giants’ offseason.   :45 - J.P. Martinez promoted to be Giants' new pitching coach 6:15 - Unofficial embargo on news during the World Series 7:30 - How will Giants handle...

Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic break down what new president of baseball operations Buster Posey will seek in potential GM candidates and answer fan questions about the Giants’ offseason. Cole and Alex also discuss the MLB playoffs and make their World Series predictions. 1:00 Breaking down NLCS, ALCS matchups 15:00 World Series predictions 16:30 Potential Giants GM candidates 29:30 Are the Giants...

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper look back at the 2024 season and analyze the Giants’ biggest surprises, disappointments and front-office mistakes that resulted in an 80-82 record. They also discuss new president of baseball operations Buster Posey’s potential impact on top prospects such as Bryce Eldridge and Marco Luciano. 3:00 Biggest surprises of 2024 season 7:00 Biggest disappointment 13:00 Brea...

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper assess Farhan Zaidi’s tenure and look forward to how Buster Posey’s leadership style will translate to his new role. Also, Alex catches up with Posey and Giants chairman Greg Johnson to discuss the search for San Francisco's next general manager and how Buster’s perspective as a player will benefit him in his new job. 8:00 Assessing Farhan's tenure 26:00 Examing Posey...

Alex Pavlovic and George Kontos discuss what led to the Giants' decision to part ways with Farhan Zaidi, the surprising announcement of Buster Posey as his replacement, and what changes should be made for San Francisco to regain a winning culture. 1:10 Posey named Giants' president of baseball operations 3:00 How Posey can bring winning culture back to San Francisco 10:05 Can Posey be a successful...

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper analyze what we should take away from Giants president of baseball operations Farhan Zaidi’s discussion with the media this week in Arizona. Also, Alex and Cole examine the Giants’ recent positive vibes, Grant McCray’s concerning strikeout rate and how Bryce Eldridge’s rise could impact the team’s free agency approach. 1:00 Giants playing well now that pressure is off...

Alex Pavlovic chats with Giants prospect Bryce Eldridge to discuss his fast-tracked MLB journey and learning to play first base. Also, Cole Kuiper and Alex analyze Marco Luciano’s tough season and why San Francisco shouldn’t give up on him yet. 5:30 Giants two biggest mistakes in handling Luciano 10:00 Comparing Luciano's development to Heliot Ramos 22:30 Can Matt Chapman get to 30 homers? 25:30 D...

Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic discuss Farhan Zaidi’s future with the Giants and detail the organizational implications if they decide to move. Cole and Alex also analyze if Bob Melvin should be on the heat seat, and why Marco Luciano’s position will be one of San Francisco's biggest offseason questions to answer. 2:30 Discussing Farhan's future with Giants 10:30 Is Bob Melvin on the hot seat? 20:3...