Giants Talk: A San Francisco Giants Podcast

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss the two-day meeting between Aaron Judge and the Giants, what this means for free agency moving forward and if fans should start to raise their expectations for free agency, Plus, Alex and Cole look at some other free agent targets and answer your fan questions.(1:19) Giants, Judge officially meet during free agency(8:24) Curry reportedly helping lure Judge to the Bay Area(12:38) Where would Judge play if he signs with Giants?(18:13) Potential free agent targets(23:43) Will Giants sign a free agent pitcher?(27:35) Who should Giants look to acquire via trade? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode of Giants Talk, Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic discuss whether the Giants should pursue former Dodgers Cody Bellinger and Kenley Jansen. Alex and Cole also break down Farhan Zaidi's success signing players from LA, what Justin Verlander could be considering in his next team, and realistic trade targets.0:45 Why rumors of Giants’ interest in Kenley Jansen ‘doesn’t make a lot of sense’ 8:15 Should Giants pursue Cody Bellinger?12:00 How much will Bellinger get on open market?14:00 Why Bellinger makes more sense than Jansen18:00 Some of Farhan’s best moves have been former-Dodgers20:20 Breaking down Giants’ recent roster moves25:30 Mets, Dodgers join race for Justin Verlander29:00 Aaron Judge on Peloton live stream after winning AL MVP34:00 Realistic trade targets for Giants (Shane Bieber, Ramon Laureano, Tony Kemp, David Bednar) 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 are joined by Duane Kuiper to break down the Giants’ pursuit of big-name free agents like Aaron Judge and Carlos Correa, the need for a superstar in San Francisco and why he thinks Evan Longoria could still make his way back to the Bay Area after free agency.(3:19) Things remain quiet with Aaron Judge(8:24) What’s next after Joc’s return?(15:38) Who did Giants save from the Rule 5 Draft?(27:13) Kuip on the pursuit of Judge(35:43) Kuip discusses Longoria’s potential return(39:35) Kuip on the Giants’ shortstop situation 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 discuss how the Giants' decisions on Evan Longoria and Joc Pederson influence the offseason moving forward, if a reunion with Brandon Belt is in the cards and how San Francisco should handle the free-agent shortstop market.(1:19) Judge speculation quiet as offseason begins(6:24) Is this the end for Longoria with the Giants?(10:38) Could Belt be primed to return next season?(17:13) Will Rodón be back?(21:43) Is 2023 Crawford’s final season at shortstop?(29:35) Should MLB have more international games? 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 discuss what Carlos Rodón opting out of his contract means for the Giants’ rotation next season, why Justin Verlander can be the answer to strengthen the top of the rotation alongside Logan Webb and if Shohei Ohtani is available this offseason. (1:19) Familiar faces win World Series with Astros (8:24) Rodón now free agent after opting out of contract(12:38) Could Verlander be a Giant next season? (17:13) Is Ohtani available this offseason? (24:43) Which Giants’ free agents will return next season? (29:35) What to watch for at GM meetings 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 turn their attention to the upcoming offseason and break down how the Giants should attack the free-agent market, who are some potential free agents that could fit well with San Francisco and what veterans could come back next season. (2:19) Which veteran Giants will return next season? (8:24) How should Giants handle shortstop market? (15:38) What’s next for Estrada? (19:13) Is 2023 Bart’s breakout year? (28:43) Who will return from the outfield? (32:35) Potential free-agent targets 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 discuss how the Giants fit into the list of potential free agency suitors for Aaron Judge, the managerial return of Bruce Bochy and share their predictions for the upcoming World Series. (1:19) Bochy named new manager of Rangers (8:24) Could Giants’ free agents head to Texas? (16:38) Who will win the Word Series? (23:39) How have new rules influenced this season? (28:43) Does Judge want to come 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.

New Giants GM Pete Putila joins this episode of Giants Talk to discuss what he sees in San Francisco’s minor league system, the growth he has seen from the team over the last three seasons and why everything is on the table this offseason.(1:19) Padres eliminate Dodgers from playoffs(11:24) How is the new MLB playoff format?(19:00) Does the Padres' success influence the Giants?(29:39) Could Bochy make his return?(37:43) Putila on being named Giants GM(42:01) Putila details his success with player development(46:06) Putila on the Giants’ farm system 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 discuss the impact Pete Putila will have with the organization moving forward, if the Giants should try to reach an extension with Logan Webb this offseason and which other arbitration-eligible players will return to San Francisco next season.(1:47) Giants announce Putila as new GM(8:24) Which arbitration-eligible Giants will return?(14:40) What will Davis’ role be next season?(22:11) Will the Giants extend Webb?(29:39) Looking at the Giants' minor leagues(35:43) MLB playoff breakdown 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 discuss this important offseason for the Giants, including their search for a new general manager, what the strategy will be in free agency and how the MLB playoffs will affect Aaron Judge’s decision.(1:47) Farhan on improving the defense(8:24) Will Rodón return next season?(12:40) Farhan on Longoria’s potential return(19:11) Will Giants make a big splash?(27:39) How will playoffs influence Judge’s decision? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.