Giants Talk: A San Francisco Giants Podcast

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper break down the latest news surrounding the MLB lockout, the recent international signings by the Giants and the retirement of Melky Cabrera. Then, Pavlovic reveals his Hall of Fame Ballot and explains why he voted for Tim Lincecum.(3:30) Latest update with the MLB lockout (7:00) Former Giant Melky Cabrera announces retirement (14:36) Giants announce international signings (18:29) Breaking down Pavs' Hall of Fame ballot (24:19) Should Lincecum make the Hall of Fame?(31:22) Will Jeff Kent make it to Cooperstown next year? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Giants broadcaster Jon Miller joins Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper to share his thoughts on the retirement of Buster Posey, which former Giants should be inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame and what positions need to focus on before the beginning of the season.(1:30) MLB, MLBPA plan to meet Thursday (7:40) Miller weighs in on Posey’s retirement (13:36) Miller discusses the Baseball Hall of Fame (20:29) Miller weighs in on Bond’s chances to make the Hall of Fame(28:19) Are the Giants interested in Seiya Suzuki? 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 run down their list of New Year's resolutions for the San Francisco Giants. From player expectations to ballpark food, 2022 should be an awesome year for Giants fans.(1:50) New Year’s resolutions for the San Francisco Giants in 2022(4:07) Pitching: Camilo Doval, naming a closer with a great song(9:00) Hitting: Development, establish Joey Bart(12:18) Front Office: Splashy moves, getting hyped about something, add right-handed hitters(16:22) Business: 2012 World Series reunion, refresh food, hospitality(23:40) Fans: Bring playoff energy to the ballpark again, celebrate your favorite players while you can(27:36) Alex and Cole’s Personal Baseball Resolutions Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic wrap up 2021 with their own set of awards for the San Francisco Giants. Wrap up the 2021 season and look forward to 2022.00:30 - 7:00 Cole and Alex Oracle Park food award7:08 -11:52 Best Newcomer11:53 - 15:57 Low-Key MVP15: 58 - 20:05 Biggest Surprise20:07 - 23:56 What Cole and Alex were most wrong about23:58 - 28:50 Most Unforgettable Moments of the Season28:56 - 29:50 Best Celebrity Sighting31:00 - 32:56 Best Fan Moments32:57 - 33:37 Best Quote, Brandon Belt’s hilarious captain speech37:43 - 43:35 Worst Moment43:36 - Best Moment 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 former Giants pitcher and two-time World Series champ George Kontos. He reminisces about World Series titles, fun bullpen moments, and how the San Francisco Giants united him with his favorite band Metallica. 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 welcome Duane Kuiper on this special episode of Giants Talk. We're in the middle of an MLB lockout and anything can happen. Could Spring Training be cut short or delayed? Let's break it down. 4:13 - 7:40 Giants sign Bay Area's own Alex Blandino, stat breakdown8:00 Duane's back to discuss the lockout8:25 - 10:20 Duane's counting on Florida, Arizona to put the pressure on lockout, Spring training worries, what players should do10:50 - 12:28 How important is it for the lockout to end? How it will alter momentum, fan excitement12:51 - 14:16 Kuip's take on how important spring training is for pitchers15:00 - 18:25 Duane compares 11k payday during his first year to the MLB mega deals of today19:02 - 22:25 DeSclafani, Wood, Farhan's decisions so far on bringing back beneficial players, replacing Buster22:30 - 24:20 One big move Kuip would make for the Giants next season 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 give you the latest rundown of San Francisco Giants news including new pitching prospects, players hot takes on the Hall of Fame case for Barry Bonds, and some exclusive words from Alex Wood on the plan for replacing the iconic Buster Posey.1:08 - 7:12 New pitching prospects in Giants' minor league organization with rad mullets7:25 - 9:30 What about catchers? Do we have more minor league signings on the way to back up Casali and Bart?9:36 - 11:14 Alex Wood on the Giants catcher situation "you can't replace Buster, but excited to see what Joey Bart can do for us."13:18 - 14:50 Buster spent 1 year in the minors, are we looking at that for Patrick Bailey or more?15:00 - 21:00 Let's talk lockout - plus players' Twitter shenanigans, longer playoffs23:00 - 28:14 Universal DH, pitch clock, other rules that could change in the MLB, shorter games29:00 - 34:00 Hall of Fame ballot update, Alex Wood defends Barry Bonds 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 break down the MLB lockout and what the timeline could look like. How will the Giants roster be impacted and will player development be slowed? Alex and Cole also break down the Alex Cobb signing and how he will fit into the Giants rotation. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic talk all the trades, contracts, money, and more floating around the San Francisco Giants organization. Plus, we have an inspiring talk with MiLB's Best Feel Good Moment award-winner (Giants, Rivercats) Drew Robinson about men's mental health, helping players, and his own inspiring MLB moments as part of our Headstrong series. Please be advised that this episode mentions sensitive topics.1:55 - 3:34 Let's talk trades, Anthony DeSclefani's huge 3-year $36 million contract3:52 - 7:09 Logan Webb is super happy on Twitter, Alex Wood close to a deal too, players want to come to SF 7:47 - 9:31 Brandon Belt is the captain of our hearts, announces on instagram "Daddy's Back!"13:31 - 13:35 Who are the mystery players the Giants could get in free agency? Joc Pederson?13:40 - 16:17 Brandon Crawford comes in 4th for MVP after impressive season 18:10 - 20: 46 Baseball Hall of Fame rumors, justice for Tim Lincecum 24:30 - 26:33 Drew Robinson talks to Cole and Alex about the MLB's mental health resources, increasing awareness26:50 - 30:40 Drew's new work in the Giants organization and maintaining players' mental health and therapy with Shana Alexander36:37 - 40:40 Stigma around men's mental health, how MLB players can be affected42:28 - 46:48 Drew's favorite MLB moments, and that epic home run48:19 - 50:44 Vegas is a baseball town, Drew talks playing little league with Bryce Harper51:38 - End Just some super cute stories about Drew's dog Ellie :) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic sit down with National League Manager of the Year Gabe Kapler to discuss the team effort that went into his win, spring training, Buster Posey's retirement, players to watch, and more. He even reveals a secret BBQ spot in the Dogpatch that you have to try, so listen all the way through!5:07 - 6:24 Gabe Kapler says his NL Manager of the Year honor was a complete team effort from the groundskeepers to the players to the coaches and more7:00 - 8:35 The players didn't care about doubters and predictions, they just knew they could achieve something great11:40 - 13:10 Now, what are the Giants thinking about going into the offseason - plus roster construction, player development, scouting13:11 - 15;39 Buster's retirement and preparing Joey Bart for his biggest opportunity16:21 - 18:05 Kap on the labor agreement situation - not worried at all right now, players are still focusing on their training before the Spring18:12 - 18:25 Kap's parting words? Sharing his favorite secret SF BBQ joint... Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.