Giants Talk: A San Francisco Giants Podcast

Alex Pavlovic, Cole Kuiper, NBC Sports Bay Area
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Aug 1, 2022 • 42min

Should Giants trade Carlos Rodón, Joc Pederson before deadline?

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss the upcoming MLB trade deadline, the likelihood Carlos Rodón is traded and if Joc Pederson’s concussion changes the chances he is moved. Plus, is defense the key to a Giants playoff run?(1:36) Has Rodón pitched his last game for the Giants?(9:09) Who else has the potential to be traded?(12:30) Where will Soto end up?(19:31) Is defense the key to a playoff run?(26:48) When will Crawford return?(34:42) Third segment of Webb’s “Homegrown” Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Jul 28, 2022 • 52min

Kuip on a potential Juan Soto trade; Should Giants be buyers or sellers at the trade deadline?

Duane Kuiper joins Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper to discuss if the Giants should make a splashy move and trade for Juan Soto, the struggles the team is facing right now and what Farhan Zaidi should be focusing on. Plus, Alex and Cole break down if the Giants should be buyers or sellers this season.(1:51) Giants swept by Diamondbacks in Arizona(9:09) Will the Giants still make the playoffs?(16:30) Should the Giants be sellers?(25:31) Kuip on the dugout situation with Rodón(34:48) Kuip on a potential Soto trade(41:42) Part two of “Homegrown” Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Jul 25, 2022 • 43min

Rodón’s trade value, Soto’s future and part one of the Logan Webb feature “Homegrown”

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss the Giants’ disappointing series in Los Angeles against the Dodgers, what Carlos Rodón’s trade value could be and if San Francisco should make a play for Juan Soto. Plus, tune in to the first installment of "Homegrown," a Logan Webb feature.(1:51) Giants swept by Dodgers in LA (6:59) Should the Giants have pinch-hit for Belt?(11:30) Longoria headed to IL (17:31) Could the Giants trade Rodón? (23:48) Is the Nationals' asking price for Soto too much? (33:42) Part one of “Homegrown” Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Jul 21, 2022 • 29min

Giving out first half Giants awards; Bold predictions for second half

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper give out some first-half awards, including who is the Giants’ MVP and what the biggest surprise was for San Francisco. Then, Alex and Cole look ahead to the second half of the season and give some bold predictions for the Giants moving forward.(1:10) Who is the Giants’ first-half MVP?(6:59) What has been the biggest surprise for the Giants?(12:30) Favorite Giants moment from season's first half(17:31) Revisiting this season's bold predictions(21:48) Second-half bold predictions(25:42) Will Bart breakout in second half? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Jul 18, 2022 • 18min

Gabe Kapler breaks down first half, discusses ways Giants can improve

Gabe Kapler joins Alex Pavlovic on this episode of Giants Talk to break down the first half of the season, the keys to success for the Giants in the second half and the growth he has seen in Joc Pederson. Plus, Alex looks at the possibility of San Francisco acquiring Juan soto. (3:10) Will the Giants make a run at Soto? (8:59) Kapler on the importance of staying consistent (13:10) Kapler details the Giants' keys to success moving forward(16:31) Kapler breaks down Joc’s growth Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Jul 14, 2022 • 40min

Kuip inspired by Giants' play of late as they gear up for All-Star break

Duane Kuiper joins Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper to discuss the state of the Giants heading into All-Star break, whether fans should break the cardinal rule and root for the Dodgers when they play against teams fighting for a Wild Card spot, and if MLB should do something about the increasing amount of position players pitching. Plus the guys breakdown an update from Farhan on Kyle Harrison's rapid rise through the minors.(1:54) Cole compares the Giants' play to the movie "The Prestige"(3:40) The Brandon's were a highlight this past series, but how will Belt's knee hold up?(7:30) Is this a career year for Wilmer Flores?(13:38) Why did Gabe Kapler have a mound visit with a position player pitching and does MLB have a problem with the increase in position players pitching?(16:15) Carlos Rodon names an All-Star, but will he actually pitch, and will that throw off their rotation after All-Star break?(22:00) Farhan gives an update on Giants' prospect Kyle Harrison(25:59) Kuip on how the Giants have been playing heading into All-Star break(30:03) Kuip give his take on position players pitching(33:14) Should fans break the cardinal rule and root for the Dodgers when they play against teams fighting for a Wild Card spot? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Jul 11, 2022 • 38min

Reacting to All-Star snubs for Carlos Rodón, Logan Webb

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss how Giants pitcher Carlos Rodón got snubbed from the All-Star roster, whether Clayton Kershaw should actually start the 2022 Major League Baseball All-Star Game and why every Giants fan should make their way to Petco Park for a Friday night game. (1:09) Why Rodón's exclusion from the 2022 MLB All-Star Game was "egregious" (6:18) How will Dodgers fans respond to Pederson's inclusion in 2022 MLB All-Star Game (8:14) Should Kershaw start on the mound for the NL in the 2022 MLB All-Star Game? (16:50) What to make of Giants-Padres split series (27:41) Why Friday nights at Petco Park are a “must-do” for Giants’ fans (33:30) Expectations for Giants against Diamondbacks, Brewers Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Jul 7, 2022 • 49min

Bart’s return, Villar’s arrival and one-on-one with Giants coach Nick Ortiz

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper are joined by Quality Assurance coach Nick Ortiz to discuss his playing career, what his role is with the Giants and shares a heartfelt story about getting hired by San Francisco. Plus, Alex and Cole break down what Joey Bart’s return means for the Giants and if David Villar can continue his solid play.(1:39) Giants avoid sweep against Diamondbacks(7:28) What does Bart’s return mean for Giants?(16:10) How can Giants fix defensive struggles?(22:01) Can Villar continue solid play?(27:48) Giants minor league update(35:42) Ortiz on his playing career(40:54) Ortiz on being hired by Kapler Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Jul 4, 2022 • 44min

Potential adjustments for Giants' recent struggles

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss some potential adjustments for the Giants to fix their recent struggles, what Joey Bart’s timeframe is for his stint in Triple A and how important the expanded playoffs are to San Francisco this season.(1:39) Giants swept by White Sox in San Francisco(6:28) San Francisco two games out of playoffs(13:10) What’s the main reason for the downturn?(20:01) Potential adjustments to spark turnaround(29:48) Discussing Long's successful week(32:42) What is Bart’s timeline?(40:54) Giants set to face MadBum on Monday Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Jun 30, 2022 • 46min

Kuip on Giants’ platoon system, Joc Pederson and other fan questions

Duane Kuiper joins Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper to discuss if the Giants need to change their platoon system, if Joc Pederson is playing himself into being in the lineup full time and which of the Giants’ World Series runs was his favorite. Plus, more fan questions!(1:39) Giants split series with Tigers(6:28) Do Giants need to rethink their platoon system?(10:10) Could Dabovich be called up this season?(19:01) What is the best World Series run?(24:48) Should Giants change up their bullpen?(31:42) Kuip on if he is concerned about the Giants Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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