Inside Giant Moments

Pete Putila spent more than a decade with the Houston Astros before joining the Giants as General Manager earlier this month. Pete shares his growth into the Giants GM role and what Dusty Baker told him before accepting the offer. Now in San Francisco, hear what parts of the city Pete's explored so far. He also discusses his first impressions of the current roster and farm system, plus we learn what two qualities stood out to Pete when he interviewed with Farhan Zaidi.  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Manager Gabe Kapler discusses why the Giants put such a focus on player development at the big-league level. He also shares his thoughts on new GM Pete Putila, how the new rules and pitch clock will impact the game in 2023, and Logan Webb's growth as a player and leader. Learn how Gabe approaches the offseason differently than when he was a player, plus hear what advice Joe Maddon gave him that he'll never forget. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hear how J.D. Davis told his dad (who was a big Dodgers fan) that he got traded to the Giants, why he likes working with the Giants coaching staff compared to past teams, and what advice Willie Mays gave him.  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hunter Pence talks about what an honor it is joining the Giants Wall of Fame on Saturday, September 17. He reveals a funny story about the Ishikawa walk-off homer from 2014 and what Bruce Bochy said to him that changed how he played baseball. He also shares the tips that Kruk, Kuip, Jon Miller and Dave Flemming gave him about broadcasting and why he still loves living in San Francisco. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Giants broadcaster Dave Flemming discusses what fans have to look forward to for the rest of the year and looking to 2023. He talks about the adjustments David Villar made in Triple A and how that's already paying off, as well as outfielder Lewis Brinson and how he's trying to bring more fun to his game. Dave also guesses who this year's Willie Mac Award winner will be. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this week's episode, Adam chats with Abe Silvestri, Senior Director of Team Operations. Having worked five seasons in the visiting clubhouse, Abe shares what it was like having the very unique job of "hosting the enemy" and one of the craziest requests he received from a visiting player. Switching over to the “good side” in 2020, Abe now plays a huge part of the Giants home clubhouse operation and atmosphere. He shares behind the scenes stories of what it's been like on the Giants side including how he accidentally signed a player on the current roster. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Yaz discusses his mental preparation before a game and how it has changed over the course of his baseball career. He also details what it's like to play right field at Oracle Park, going into the specifics about how he makes those highlight reel worthy catches. Later, Yaz reflects on the special photoshoot he shared with his best friend Tony Kemp and their baby daughters To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bart discusses finding his routine in the big leagues and the adjustments he's made to be successful with the Giants. Joey also talks about valuable relationships he's built with Will Clark and other revered players. Later, Joey also tells the story of one of the best swings he's ever taken...and who it was off of. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ryan Vogelsong reflects on his baseball journey from being a struggling pitcher to becoming a crucial member of the 2012 World Series team ahead of the 2012 team reunion this weekend. Vogelsong reminisces on the ups and downs of the season, the additions of Marco Scutaro and Hunter Pence, and how it all led to Vogelsong's iconic Game 3 NLDS start. Vogelsong also talks about his pregame routine and the chip on his shoulder that made him the great pitcher that he was. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jakob Junis shares his baseball journey from a growing up in the Midwest to becoming one of the key members of the current Giants starting pitching rotation. Junis also discusses the intricacies of perfecting his craft by adding new pitches to his arsenal. Junis then details his relationship with Giants alumni and talks about the emotions of being the starting pitcher on Will Clark Day. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to Mike Krukow share stories about his close friend and former teammate Will Clark ahead of Clark's number retirement ceremony on Saturday, July 30. Krukow covers the big moments like Clark's first MLB homerun off of Nolan Ryan and the 1989 NLCS as well as Clark's electric energy, personality on and off the field, and mental approach to the game. Krukow also explains the magnitude of what an honor it is as an athlete for a franchise to retire your number. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Adam recaps the exciting end to the first half of the season, Joc's reception at the All Star game and what to expect in the second half including the upcoming series against the Dodgers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Coming off of his first career save in the big leagues, hear about how close Sam Long was to leaving baseball, his friendship with Logan Webb and what it was like growing up a Giants fan watching Barry Bonds and playing in the Coke bottle slide at Oracle Park. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Adam and KNBR's "Talkin' Baseball" Co-host Kerry Crowley breakdown the 2022 Giants season so far and deep dive into what the outlook is for the second half of the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Barry Bonds' home run chase, Tim Lincecum's second no-hitter and three World Series championships captured through a lens. That's been Andy Kuno's responsibility for the past 26 years. As the Giants team photographer, he's captured historic moments from a unique perspective. Andy shares stories about the numerous players and moments he's photographed, which is a family tradition. Andy's father served as the team photographer before Andy took on the mantle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Crawford reflects on some of his top highlights from playing over 1500 games as a Giant including Matt Cain's Perfect Game, Wild Card games, and two World Series parades. He shares what it's like having grown up a Giants fan in the Bay Area and how his own family has grown since he started playing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Coming off a Dodgers sweep, Adam Copeland chats with Austin Slater about his leadoff homerun and how the series impacted the clubhouse energy. Plus, hear what advice he got from Hunter Pence about playing right field at Oracle Park. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Some things are bigger than baseball and more important than the rivalry. Roscoe Mapps, Giants VP of External Affairs, and Erik Braverman, Dodgers SVP of Marketing, Communications & Broadcasting, each talk about Pride and the celebration that will be hosted at Oracle Park on Saturday, June 11. This will be the first time in MLB history that both teams will wear a Pride cap on field, and these two executives will be making a cap swap (like a jersey swap) during the June 11 pregame ceremony. Listen to how the two organizations worked together to create this celebration. (The Giants will also be wearing the Pride colors on their uniform during the game for the second year in a row.) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode Adam chats with Harvey Martin, Giants Breath and Human Performance Coach. They discuss how Harvey has been helping our players train their breathing so they can perform their best. Follow along as he breaks down the three pillars in which he views breath and then shares a few tips that could help us all improve our breathing. Plus Harvey shares who his favorite player was growing up, hint it is someone very familiar to us!   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Evan Longoria talks about how he felt getting a hit off of Pujols and which Giants position player he thinks would be ready to pitch. He also tells stories about playing against his idols Ken Griffey Jr. and Derek Jeter, his experience as a big leaguer rehabbing in the minors, his thoughts on Heliot Ramos and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Buster Posey reveals what parts of his retirement ceremony were a surprise for him. He reflects on the dynamics of each World Series winning clubhouse, what it was like to meet Willie Mays for the first time and how baseball evolved during his career. He also shares his thoughts on rising Giants players Thairo Estrada and Logan Webb. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Pitching Coach Andrew Bailey talks about DeSclafani being on the mound for NLDS Game 4 versus the Dodgers. He also discusses Webb, Doval, and Wood's performances from earlier in the series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this bonus episode of Inside Giant Moments, LaMonte Wade Jr. talks about what it meant to win the Willie Mac Award voted on by his teammates, his mentality going into the 9th inning of a game, and how his life changed since joining the Giants. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Pitcher Kevin Gausman talks about heading to the postseason, his walk-off win, Logan Webb and his hopes to stay with the Giants Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bench coach Kai Correa talks in depth about his role, working closely with manager Gabe Kapler and the clubhouse chemistry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hear from Giants third base coach Ron Wotus about the team's postseason clinch and celebration from Monday night, plus how he compares the 2021 Giants with past Giants postseason teams. He also shares some of his favorite memories from his Giants career, including working for four different managers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The 2021 Giants bullpen is almost entirely different now than it was at the start of the season. Get to know Dominic Leone-- his great dog, his experience being an opener and how he feels about the Giants-Dodgers rivalry. Plus, hear from Tony Watson on his return to the Giants, why he's excited to be back and how the organization has changed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Scott Harris shares the crucial step that led to the Kris Bryant trade. The Giants' GM also shares his thoughts on team depth going into the final month of the regular season and the two things Giants coaches do to set up each player for success. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Being in the MLB may seem glamorous, but it comes with challenges, and no one understands that better than the players' wives. Jalynne Crawford and Paige Yastrzemski share their unique experiences with their husbands' baseball careers, the grind of the baseball lifestyle, and the misconceptions about being a baseball wife Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Evan Longoria just returned from two months on the injured list after having a strong start to the season. Hear about his injury and recovery process from one of the worst injuries of his career plus why he thinks this team mixed with veterans and young guys has been so successful. Also hear from the Giants' longtime senior director of athletic training, Dave Groeschner, who weighs in on the team's resiliency and recovery from a series of injuries. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mike Yastrzemski and Director of Amateur Scouting Michael Holmes discuss the draft experience and the Giants 2021 MLB Draft approach. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The 2021 Giants Organization is having a strong year top to bottom partially thanks to the teams' depth. Both in Triple-A Sacramento and in Low-A San Jose, there are familiar names, stars on the brink, and big storylines. Hear from the voice of the River Cats, Johnny Doscow, and the voice of the San Jose Giants, Joe Ritzo, who have a front row seat for every game these up-and-coming Giants play. They cover Heliot Ramos, Marco Luciano, the Bishop brothers and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After a stunning 15-month journey following his suicide attempt and remarkable return to baseball, Drew Robinson discusses the emotional ups and downs of the season and his decision to move into a mental health advocate role with the Giants. His Sacramento manager Dave Brundage also joins to share his experience in leading a player unlike any he's ever managed before. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The return of fans to fill Oracle Park was a landmark moment, as it didn't only represent the opportunity for the Giants faithful to see baseball. It also represented a societal return to normalcy, making it an emotional experience in addition to an entertainment experience. President and CEO Larry Baer, right fielder Mike Yastrzemski, and broadcaster Dave Flemming all discuss what a full Oracle Park looked like and felt like from three distinct Giants perspectives.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

With the season reaching the halfway mark, it's time to catch up on some of our one-on-one conversations that we saved for a special occasion. That occasion is now as Buster Posey discusses his resilient first-half numbers, Steven Duggar takes you step by step through the amazing win on May 28 against the Dodgers, Heliot Ramos talks about the future, and Tyler Beede talks about his off the field music career.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Giants have always valued and amplified diversity in baseball. Two shining examples within the organization are coach Alyssa Nakken and public address announcer Renel Brooks-Moon. Alyssa discusses her sometimes unintended journey to becoming such a notable figure within the sport while Renel talks about all the work she's doing to continue the cause.Privacy Policy and California Privacy Notice.

The 2021 Giants have a number of new faces, including reliever Jake McGee and infielder Jason Vosler. McGee, who has been a crucial late game presence out of the bullpen, discusses the emotions his Giants fan family felt when he joined the team, his memorable first day in the Majors and how he can be successful while mostly relying on one pitch. Vosler talks about his big league debut earlier this year and which players he studied to transform himself into an effective home run hitter.Privacy Policy and California Privacy Notice.

When we hear about the San Francisco Giants family, we think of all the players and staff members at the ballpark. But what about the actual families of the Giants, who are the most important part of the players' lives? To celebrate Father's Day, we caught up with 4 Giants players who are navigating baseball and fatherhood at the same time. Buster Posey, Brandon Crawford, Alex Dickerson and Darin Ruf all share stories of parenthood, the challenges of being a Daddy on the road and how to blend good baseball with healthy babies.

The 2021 Giants have had a number of amazing stories unfold already. What would those stories be without the people who bring them to us? The Giants beat writers are the bridge between the players and the fans, helping to share the experience of Giants baseball. In the 2nd episode on the beat writers, Susan Slusser of the SF Chronicle and Andrew Baggarly of the Athletic share their perspectives on a changing world in sports media, their thoughts on the 2021 team, and their favorite stories from what is shaping up to be a memorable season

The entire 2021 Giants team is resilient, but two players who are in the midst of their most consistent play in the Majors to date share the story of their grind to get to where they are today. Tyler Rogers, who was moments away from giving up his baseball dreams when they suddenly came true and Steven Duggar, who seemed on the verge of losing his spot on the 40-man roster at the beginning of the year and is now playing the best he ever has.

There's a select group of people that follow the Giants for a living. Hear from Alex Pavlovic of NBC Sports Bay Area and Kerry Crowley of the Bay Area News Group to learn the inside scoop about their gig, how it’s changed through COVID, and what they really think of the Giants' hot start.

In part two of the Call Up Stories series, hear from outfielder Austin Slater and pitcher Caleb Baragar on their unique journeys to the majors and the moment their dream became reality.