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Buster Posey excited by president of baseball ops role, shares what he wants in Giants’ next GM
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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. …
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Emergency podcast: Zaidi out, Posey in as Giants' president of baseball ops
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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 bac…
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Zaidi reporter chat takeaways; can Giants’ recent success carry into 2025?
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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.…
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Bryce Eldridge discusses his MLB journey, development area this offseason
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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 Ramo…
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Assessing Zaidi's future with Giants, implications if change is made
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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 wit…
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How Bryce Eldridge’s rise could impact Giants’ 2025 plans
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Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic break down Bryce Eldridge’s promotion to Triple-A and when he could potentially make the jump to San Francisco. Also, Cole and Alex examine Buster Posey’s reported involvement in Matt Champan’s contract extension and if it signals anything about Farhan Zaidi’s future. 1:00 Bryce Eldridge to Triple-A 8:30 Buster Posey t…
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Kontos analyzes Snell's second-half run and how Birdsong can take next step
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Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper examine how Mike Yastrzemski fits into the Giants’ future outfield plans, what to look for the rest of the season and speculate on the future of the “creamsicle” City Connect uniforms. Also, Alex sits down with analyst George Kontos to dissect Blake Snell’s second-half stats, and what Hayden Birdsong needs to do to tak…
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Fitzgerald-Luciano incident analyzed; Estes dissects Giants' closer situation
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Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss the dugout incident between Tyler Fitzgerald and Marco Luciano, Grant McCray’s future in the Giants' outfield and when top prospect Bryce Eldridge might reach the big leagues. Alex also sits down with Shawn Estes to break down what he has seen from Kyle Harrison, Camilo Doval and Ryan Walker.2:00 Analyzing the …
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1-on-1 with Farhan Zaidi, Scott Boras after Matt Chapman, Giants strike deal
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Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic break down Matt Chapman’s six-year, $151 million contract extension with the Giants and the core of players San Francisco will be able to build around. Giants president of baseball operations Farhan Zaidi and Chapman's agent, Scott Boras, then chat with Alex to share how the deal came together. 2:30 Why Giants had to g…
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What to look for from the Giants in September
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Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss they want to see from the Giants in September as San Francisco's playoff hopes dwindle, when fans can expect to see Marco Luciano and Luis Matos back up in the majors and why fans should keep an eye on Bryce Eldridge. (1:20) Giants drop series to Marlins (8:10) How Giants should approach September (16:01) Estra…
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Kuip analyzes Giants’ offensive struggles, players who could return next season
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Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper are joined by Duane Kuiper to discuss the Giants’ need for improvement, how the team can get better offensively and what the future holds for Matt Chapman. Plus, Alex and Cole break down the importance of the upcoming series against the Marlins and the Giants recent roster moves. (1:20) Giants drop series to Brewers (9…
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Giants’ pitching concerns, Doval’s return and Brewers series preview
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Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper break down the Giants’ series loss in Seattle, why the starting rotation now is a major concern after Robbie Ray suffered a hamstring injury and who is next in line to fill his spot. Then, the guys turn their attention to Camilo Doval’s return to the bullpen and wrap the podcast previewing the upcoming series against t…
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Examining Giants’ disappointing series vs. White Sox, Bailey’s injury and Doval’s impending return
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Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper break down the Giants' failure to sweep the White Sox, why trading Joey Bart will haunt San Francisco moving forward and when fans can expect Camilo Doval's return. Plus, should the Giants sign Brandon Crawford after his release from St. Louis? (1:10) Giants disappoint in series vs. White Sox (7:50) Analyzing Giants' b…
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Analyzing Giants’ offensive woes, Chapman’s future and White Sox series must-haves
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Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper break down the Giants' series split with the A's, if Blake Snell is the best pitcher in MLB and how San Francisco can climb up the standings. Then, Alex and Cole answer some fan questions and discuss the likelihood of Matt Chapman returning next season. (1:10) Giants split series with A’s (7:50) Is Snell the best pitch…
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Sergio Romo discusses Doval’s option; Breaking down current NL Wild Card standings
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Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper are joined by Giants analyst Sergio Romo to break down Camilo Doval’s recent option to Sacramento, the areas the reliever needs to work on and how possible it is for Doval to regain the closer spot. Then, Alex and Cole discus the current NL Wild Card standings and preview the upcoming series against Oakland. (1:10) Gia…
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Buster Posey, Madison Bumgarner reflect on '14 World Series in exclusive interviews
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Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper are joined by Giants legends Buster Posey and Madison Bumgarner to reminisce about the 2014 World Series championship, the challenge of Game 7 and their friendship with each other. Plus, Alex and Cole discuss Camilo Doval being optioned to Sacramento and preview the upcoming series against the Braves. (1:10) Doval opti…
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Giants’ offensive breakout, Encarnacion’s debut and 1-on-1 with Jake Peavy
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Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss the Giants offense breaking out on their recent road trip, the likelihood Matt Chapman remains on the team next season and if fans should be worried about Camilo Doval as the closer. Then, former Giant Jake Peavy stops by to share the optimism he has for the team this season and his excitement for the 2014 team…
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Examining Snell and Chapman’s opt-out chances, if Giants can continue upward trajectory
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Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper break down Blake Snell’s no-hitter against the Reds, how this impacts the chances he opts out at the end of the season and which other players on the roster could follow. Then, Alex and Cole discuss the pressure on the starting pitching and look ahead to the next series against the Nationals. (1:10) Snell throws no-hit…
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Analyzing Giants’ middling trade deadline decisions and path to the playoffs
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Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper break down the Giants' trade deadline decisions, including holding on to Blake Snell and sending Jorge Soler to Atlanta, if the team made a mistake not deciding on a certain path and how the pressure is now on the players to make a wild-card run. (1:10) Recapping the MLB trade deadline (5:50) Did Giants make the wrong …
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Farhan Zaidi 1-on-1: Giants exec breaks down trade deadline moves, wild-card run
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Alex Pavlovic is joined by Giants president of baseball operations Farhan Zaidi to break down why the team held onto Blake Snell at the trade deadline, the thought process behind sending Jorge Soler to Atlanta and the team’s plans for the remainder for the 2024 season. (1:10) Giants trade Soler, keep Snell at trade deadline (4:50) Farhan on the Gia…
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MLB trade deadline preview: Will Giants sell high on Snell?
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Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss the Giants’ four-game sweep against the Colorado Rockies, how this will affect the upcoming MLB trade deadline and which potential veterans could be on the move. Plus, George Kontos stops by to discuss his personal experience with being traded, the haul San Francisco could get for Blake Snell and why he believe…
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Are Giants destined to sell at the trade deadline? Plus, sit down with Robbie Ray
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Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss the Giants’ slow start to the second half, why it seems destined San Francisco will sell at the trade deadline and which veterans could be on the move next week. Plus, Robbie Ray joined Alex and Laura Britt back in Spring Training to discuss the trade sending him to San Francisco and his immediate fit in the lo…
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Giants’ potential trade deadline philosophy, importance of upcoming Dodgers series
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Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss the Giants’ bumpy start to the second half of the season, what the philosophy should be as the trade deadline approaches and how the upcoming series with the Dodgers can either make or break San Francisco’s playoff aspirations. (1:10) Giants drop series to Rockies (7:50) Should Giants be sellers at the trade de…
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On this episode of “Giants Talk,” Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic discuss Camilo Doval and if the Giants should make a change at closer. They also look back at the All-Star break and what MLB can do to fix the Home Run Derby. Then they peer ahead to the second half of the season and make several bold predictions. 1:00 Camilo Doval discussion … time f…
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Revisiting the Giants' 2024 bold predictions and one-on-one with Javy Lopez
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Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss the Giants' weekend series with the Twins, why getting off to a good start in the second half is a must and revisit their bold predictions from the beginning of the season. Then, Javy Lopez stops by to break down his memorable moments from his career and joining the Wall of Fame. (1:10) Correa gets mixed recept…
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