Podcast appearances and mentions of alex pavlovic

On "Giants Talk," hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic explain how San Francisco can realistically make the MLB playoffs. Plus, Duane Kuiper joins the show. --(3:32) - Recap of Giants vs Diamondbacks(7:42) - What to make of Joel Peguero and Ryan Walker(14:00) - The 30 home run drought(17:00) - How Giants can realistically make MLB playoffs(28:52) - Fan mailbag questions(42:00) - Giants broadcaster Duane Kuiper joins the show

On "Giants Talk," hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic break down San Francisco's series loss in St. Louis and explain why the Giants missed a golden opportunity to make up ground in the MLB playoff race. Plus, a preview of the Giants' series against the red-hot Diamondbacks.--(3:00) - Giants' frustrating series vs Cardinals(6:00) - Justin Verlander's bad luck continues(11:15) - What to make of San Francisco's young pitchers(14:10) - Look around NL West(24:10) - Fan mailbag questons(38:15) - Previewing Giants vs Diamondbacks

On "Giants Talk," hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic break down San Francisco's "bizarre" turnaround since the team's rough stretch after the MLB trade deadline.--(3:00) - Quick recap of funny moments vs Rockies(5:20) - A look around the MLB(7:00) - Recapping Giants' sweep of Rockies(20:10) - Giants continue historic home run streak(27:00) - Fan mailbag questions(50:00) - Previewing Giants vs Cardinals

On "Giants Talk," hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic discuss San Francisco's playoff odds amid the team's hot streak and explain how Randy Rodriguez's Tommy John surgery will affect the Giants' bullpen next season.--(2:50) - Looking at San Francisco's slim playoff odds(12:00) - Giants true or false questions(35:00) - Breaking down Randy Rodriguez's elbow injury(41:40) - Kai Wei-Teng's strong outing in Colorado

"Giants Talk" hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic break down San Francisco's 2026 MLB schedule and highlight the key matchups. Plus, Alex sits down with San Francisco's top prospect, Bryce Eldridge, who details his journey from little league to the Giants.--(3:15) - Quick recap of Bryce Eldridge's clutch numbers in Sacramento(4:30) - Breaking down San Francisco's 2026 MLB schedule(31:00) - Bryce Eldridge sits down with Alex Pavlovic 

Hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic react to San Francisco's stunning series win in Milwaukee and offer updates on the former Giants that were traded at the deadline. Plus, a quick preview of San Francisco's next series against the Chicago Cubs. --(5:45) - Luis Matos' series vs Brewers(10:20) - Willy Adames' return to Milwaukee(14:40) - San Francisco's closer situation(20:00) - Landen Roupp, Blade Tidwell injury updates(24:00) - Yastrezmski, Rogers, Doval updates(34:00) - Fan mailbag questions(44:42) - Previewing Giants vs Cubs

On "Giants Talk," hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic explain why Landen Roupp's injury is a massive blow for San Francisco and detail what the Giants need to do to salvage some positives from this season.--(3:10) - Analyzing Landen Roupp's injury(12:00) - San Francisco's series loss in San Diego(18:00) - Breaking down Heliot Ramos' week(28:30) - Positives from series loss to Padres(41:00) - Discussing MLB realignment rumors(46:30) - Previewing Giants vs Brewers

On "Giants Talk," hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic break down San Francisco's historically bad stretch and explain why organizational changes will have to wait until the offseason.--(3:00) - Giants avoid series sweep vs Rays(9:10) - Giants continue to be on wrong side of history(15:00) - How SF is feeling the absence left by Rogers, Doval(21:10) - Christian Koss vs Rays(35:00) - Giants roster updates(38:55) - Fan Mailbag Questions(49:00) - Previewing San Francisco vs San Diego series

On "Giants Talk," hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic react to San Francisco's "atrocious" homestand, and explain why the Giants need a miracle to save their season. Plus, a quick preview of San Francisco's series against the Tampa Bay Rays.--(3:00) - San Francisco's "atrocious" series against Padres(9:30) - Is the Giants' season over?(18:30) - A look around the NL West(24:00) - Fan mailbag questions(41:00) - Previewing Giants vs Rays at Oracle Park

Willard and Dibs' full show from Tuesday, August 12th. In Hour 1, Willard and Dibs discuss roses and thorns for the 49ers 2025 season, debate how much of an issue the kicker position is, how much of a plus the quarterback room is, and more. In Hour 2, Willard and Dibs react to the news that the Giants have sent Carson Whisenhunt back to Triple-A, debate if Deommodore Lenoir can become the best cornerback in the league, wonder if it's fair that the Rams are the favorite in the NFC West, and more. In Hour 3, Willard and Dibs share stories from when professional athletes weren't the nicest to them, chat with Alex Pavlovic about the Giants, and more. In Hour 4, Willard and Dibs wrap up their conversation about the Giants with Alex Pavlovic, then chat with David Lombardi about the 49ers, and more.

In Hour 3, Willard and Dibs share stories from when professional athletes weren't the nicest to them, chat with Alex Pavlovic about the Giants, and more.

In Hour 4, Willard and Dibs wrap up their conversation about the Giants with Alex Pavlovic, then chat with David Lombardi about the 49ers, and more.

Alex Pavlovic, who covers the Giants for NBC Sports Bay Area, joins Willard and Dibs to discuss the Giants' struggles.

"Giants Talk" co-hosts Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper react to San Francisco's disappointing series loss vs. the Nationals and discuss the team's injury updates. Plus, they share which former MLB players they would select for an alumni home run derby. -- (2:45) - Reaction to Giants' disappointing series loss against Nationals(15:10) - Assessing Carson Whisenhunt, Rafael Devers' recent performance(19:20) - Navigating NL Wild Card race(21:10) - Previewing Giants' upcoming series against Padres(23:45) - Giants injury updates(30:15) - Alumni home run derby selections

"Giants Talk" hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic recap San Francisco's series win in Pittsburgh and explain why the Giants might have a chance to make up ground in the playoff race. Plus, a look into San Francisco's farm system.--(3:00) - Giants' series win in Pittsburgh(7:10) - Justin Verlander shines vs Pirates(13:30) - Recapping Randy Rodriguez, Giants bullpen vs Pirates(18:30) - Luis Matos optioned to Sacramento(23:40) - A dive into San Francisco's farm system(28:00) - Fan mailbag questions(48:00) - Previewing Giants vs Nationals at Oracle Park

Hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic do a deep dive on San Francisco's haul from the trade deadline. Plus, a recap of the Giants' series win in New York and a preview of their upcoming series in Pittsburgh.--(3:30) - Giants take series in New York(13:00) - Recapping Giants' pitching performances vs Mets(18:00) - San Francisco's second base dilemma(21:10) - Bryce Eldridge updates(30:00) - Deep dive into the Giants' haul from the trade deadline(50:00) - Previewing Giants at Pirates

On “Giants Talk,” hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic break down San Francisco's moves as the 2025 MLB trade deadline comes to a close. Plus, Alex and Laura Britt sit down with Giants president of baseball operations, Buster Posey.--(2:00) - Intro and overview of Giants' trade deadline(4:00) - Alex Pavlovic, Laura Britt sit down with Buster Posey(26:00) - Why Giants adopted "sell" mentality at deadline(33:00) - Breaking down Camilo Doval's trade to New York(41:15) - Breaking down Mike Yastrzemski's trade to Kansas City(54:00) - A look at the NL West, MLB as the trade window closes 

On this emergency episode of “Giants Talk,” hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic react to San Francisco's trade of Tyler Rogers to the New York Mets ahead of Thursday's MLB trade deadline.--(2:38) - Tyler Rogers traded to the New York Mets(14:50) - Overview of San Francisco's mentality at trade deadline(20:00) - Breaking down Pirates' sweep of Giants(29:00) - San Francisco's mental mistakes in recent series sweeps

Murph & Markus - Hour 4: Alex Pavlovic joins the show, Cooler of Content, & what did Heliot Ramos learn today? Infield fly rule!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Giants Insider for NBC Sports Bay Area & author of a new book called "The Franchise: San Francisco Giants: A Curated History of the Orange and Black," Alex Pavlovic joins Markus & Kerry Crowley to discuss Heliot Ramos' mental mistake, the Giants approach at the trade deadline, & Carson Whisenhunt's next startSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Murph & Markus - Hour 4: Alex Pavlovic joins the show, Cooler of Content, & what did Heliot Ramos learn today? Infield fly rule!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Giants Insider for NBC Sports Bay Area & author of a new book called "The Franchise: San Francisco Giants: A Curated History of the Orange and Black," Alex Pavlovic joins Markus & Kerry Crowley to discuss Heliot Ramos' mental mistake, the Giants approach at the trade deadline, & Carson Whisenhunt's next startSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic break down San Francisco's disappointing series sweep against the New York Mets and explain how it could affect the Giants' trade deadline mentality.--(3:00) - Mets sweep Giants at Oracle(8:20) - How will Giants' series sweep affect trade deadline mentality?(17:40) - Landen Roupp lands on IL(19:30) - Previewing Carson Whisenhunt's MLB debut(22:00) - Fan Mailbag Questions(46:00) - Previewing San Francisco's series against the Pittsburgh Pirates

Alex Pavlovic joins the Giants Warm Up show with Bill Laskey to discuss where the Giants stand as the trade deadline approaches.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On "Giants Talk," hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic break down San Francisco's series win in Atlanta, including a recap of Justin Verlander's first win as a Giant. Plus, a discussion on the MLB trade deadline as some Giants continue to struggle.--(3:00) - Justin Verlander's first win as a Giant(7:30) - Hayden Birdsong's struggles (15:00) - Landen Roupp dominates in Atlanta(17:00) - Rafael Devers breaks out against Braves(20:50) - Bryce Eldridge update(25:00) - Fan Mailbag Questions(41:00) - Previewing Giants vs Mets series

"Giants Talk" hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic break down San Francisco's disappointing series against the Toronto Blue Jays. Plus, a look at potential trades as the MLB trade deadline nears.--(3:30) - Giants swept coming off of All-Star Break(8:00) - Giants continue poor offensive form(11:30) - What is going on with Rafael Devers?(14:30) - Heliot Ramos' defensive mishaps in Toronto(16:10) - Reviewing Giants' pitching vs Blue Jays(29:10) - Fan Mailbag Questions(42:30) - Previewing San Francisco's upcoming series in Atlanta

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Hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic recap the Giants' performances in the 2025 MLB All-Star game. Plus, a preview of San Francisco's second-half schedule, starting with a matchup against the Toronto Blue Jays.--(3:00) - How Gians fared in the MLB All-Star game(7:10) - Reviewing the 'mini home run derby' All-Star finale(14:52) - Will San Francisco host the next All-Star break?(16:30) - Fan Mailbag Questions(36:00) - Previewing San Francisco vs Toronto Blue Jays

"Giants Talk" hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic recap San Francisco's series loss against the Los Angeles Dodgers. Plus, they recap the Giants' first half of the 2025 season, including the biggest surprises and disappointments.--(3:36) - Recapping the Giants' series loss vs Dodgers(18:20) - First half of season recap(25:30) - Quick MLB Draft review(31:30) - First half of season MVP, surprises, and disappointments (51:00) - Previewing MLB All-Star game

NBC Sports Bay Area's Alex Pavlovic joins Dirty Work with Marty to talk about his new book: "The Franchise: San Francisco Giants: A Curated History of the Orange and Black."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NBC Sports Bay Area's Alex Pavlovic joins Dirty Work with Marty to talk about his new book: "The Franchise: San Francisco Giants: A Curated History of the Orange and Black."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic break down San Francisco's crucial series win over the Phillies and look forward to the Giants' series against the Dodgers before the All-Star break. Plus, an interview with Giants manager Bob Melvin.--(3:00) - Giants' series win over Phillies(5:00) - Breaking down Bailey's inside-of-the-park home run(13:30) - Justin Verlander's outing against Philadelphia(17:40) - Mailbag Questions(32:15) - Previewing Giants vs Dodgers at Oracle Park(40:30) - Bob Melvin interview

Giants insider for NBC Sports Bay Area Alex Pavlovic joins The Roast to offer the latest on Justin Verlander and why ABS will take over baseball next season.

Spadoni and Shasky discuss the Giants brutal loss to the Phillies and is it time to make a move on Verlander as he just can't seem to get a win. Plus is it time to move away from umpires to an automated system? Alex Pavlovic, NBC Sports Bay Area Giants Insider, joins the show!

Murph & Markus - Hour 4: Alex Pavlovic joins the show, Will Clark shares his side of the story regarding Rafael Devers no-show to on-field workout, & WDYTLT: Kevon Looney has a new lookSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Giants Insider for NBC Sports Bay Area, Alex Pavlovic joined Murph & Markus this morning to share his thoughts on HP umpire Phil Cuzzi's strike zone yesterday & to promote his new book called "The Franchise: San Francisco Giants: A Curated History of the Orange and Black"See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Murph & Markus - Hour 4: Alex Pavlovic joins the show, Will Clark shares his side of the story regarding Rafael Devers no-show to on-field workout, & WDYTLT: Kevon Looney has a new lookSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Giants Insider for NBC Sports Bay Area, Alex Pavlovic joined Murph & Markus this morning to share his thoughts on HP umpire Phil Cuzzi's strike zone yesterday & to promote his new book called "The Franchise: San Francisco Giants: A Curated History of the Orange and Black"See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alex Pavlovic, the long-time Giants' beat reporter for CSN Sports Bay Area, and now the author of The Franchise: San Francisco Giants: A Curated History of the Orange and Black, which you can find at your local (or non-local) bookstore as of today. Go get it! Alex and I talk about the Giants' checkered history of player development before delving into the current state of affairs with the Giants' farm system that Buster Posey inherited. Alex talks about how he thinks Posey and Randy Winn are assessing the state of the farm and what changes they are likely to institute going forward, before we get into the current Giants roster and the trials that young players like Hayden Birdsong and Landen Roupp are encountering as they navigate their first full MLB seasons.As I head out to the Dominican Republic for a week of DSL action, I'm celebrating by offering 25% off There R Giants' subscriptions for one year (annual or monthly). It's a great time to become a There R Giants' subscriber, and check out my first-hand observations of the DSL squads and hopefully plenty of video footage of young Josuar Gonzalez.There R Giants is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rogermunter.substack.com/subscribe

Hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic react to San Francisco's All-Star selections and break down the Giants' series win against the Athletics.-- (5:20) - Initial reactions to All-Star selections(12:35) - Recapping Giants vs A's series(19:10) - Breaking down Hayden Birdsong's outing vs Athletics(26:00) - Erik Miller's elbow injury(27:10) - Mailbag Q - Why don't Giants play more getaway games? (37:30 - Previewing San Francisco's matchups against Phillies, Dodgers

Willard and Dibs' full show from Wednesday, July 2nd. In Hour 1, Willard and Dibs react to another terrible Giants loss, discuss if the Giants need to consider shaking up their coaching staff, and more. In Hour 2, Willard and Dibs discuss what's wrong with the Giants, share a Giants roster move and their lineup for tonight, react to the Lakers signing Deandre Ayton, begin a conversation with Giants beat reporter Alex Pavlovic, and more. In Hour 3, Willard and Dibs wrap up their conversation with Giants insider Alex Pavlovic, discuss the lack of moves from the Warriors so far, discuss if Al Horford would make a difference on the Warriors, and have a conversation with ESPN's Bobby Marks about Jonathan Kuminga and the Warriors' offseason. In Hour 4, Willard and Dibs react to what ESPN's Bobby Marks told them about Jonathan Kuminga and the Warriors' offseason, run through what else the Warriors can do, discuss the nightmare scenario, and more.

In Hour 3, Willard and Dibs wrap up their conversation with Giants insider Alex Pavlovic, discuss the lack of moves from the Warriors so far, discuss if Al Horford would make a difference on the Warriors, and have a conversation with ESPN's Bobby Marks about Jonathan Kuminga and the Warriors' offseason.

Giants pitching coach J.P. Martinez joins host Alex Pavlovic and shares his impressions of San Francisco's bullpen. In addition, Laura Britt and Alex Pavlovic discuss the team's struggling offense ahead of their series against the Diamondbacks.--(3:00) - Reaction to Giants-White Sox series outcome(8:10) - How can Giants fix their struggling offense?(11:00) - How is Giants' pitching staff being affected by their offensive struggles?(13:20) - How base running errors are costing Giants(17:50) - What's the concern level with Giants' bullpen?(20:25) - How Giants' offensive struggles are impacting Justin Verlander(28:15) - Giants team updates(37:00) - Interview with J.P. Martinez

NBC Sports Bay Area's Alex Pavlovic joins Talkin' Baseball with Marty to talk about his new book: "The Franchise: San Francisco Giants: A Curated History of the Orange and Black." Available for Pre-Order. Alex's book will be released on July 8, 2025.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Giants pitcher George Kontos joins host Alex Pavlovic and reflects on his career with San Francisco. Plus, a quick recap of the Giants' first two games against the Miami Marlins.--(3:10) - Recap of Giants' first two losses vs. Miami(5:15) - Looking at the Giants' struggling offense(7:00) - Tyler Fitzgerald optioned(9:30) - Giants injury updates(15:00) - Interview with George Kontos

Hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic break down San Francisco's offensive surge against the Boston Red Sox and explain why the Giants' next few weeks will be pivotal in the NL West race.--(3:00) - Giants offense erupts in finale vs Boston(9:30) - Heliot Ramos shines against Red Sox(15:30) - Landen Roupp's strong outing against Boston(24:30) - Assessing the race in the National League West(35:15) - Previewing San Francisco's next series against the Miami Marlins 

Hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic share their expectations for Rafael Devers' first matchup against his former team on Friday night at Oracle Park. Plus, a discussion on Jung Hoo Lee's struggles and a break down of San Francisco's series against the Cleveland Guardians.--(3:30) - Previewing Rafael Devers vs Red Sox and reflecting on his Giants debut(16:00) - Recap of Giants vs Guardians series(20:10) - Looking at Jung Hoo Lee's struggles(25:00) - Justin Verlander's return vs Cleveland(31:30) - Reviewing Dodgers vs Padres series(38:00) - Mailbag Questions(44:00) - Previewing San Francisco vs Boston 

On “Giants Talk,” hosts Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper react to Rafael Devers' debut with the San Francisco Giants. Plus, hear from Rafael Devers and chairman Greg Johnson in their interviews with insider Alex Pavlovic.--(3:00) - Reactions to Devers' introduction(5:30) - Looking at Devers' reluctance to answer Boston questions(9:40) - Where will Devers play with the Giants?(13:00) - Dissecting Rafael Devers' first at-bat with SF(15:30) - The behind-the-scenes of the Devers deal(27:10) - Interview with Rafael Devers(31:38) - Interview with Giants chairman Greg Johnson

On this emergency episode of "Giants Talk," hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic explain why All-Star slugger Rafael Devers can be a "transformational superstar" for the San Francisco. Plus, a recap of the Giants' series loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers.--(2:30) - Reaction to Rafael Devers trade(13:50) - Looking at Devers' relationship with the Boston Red Sox(17:00) - Overall look at Giants' long-term contracts(31:30) - Looking at Kyle Harrison, Jordan Hicks' time in San Francisco(38:00) - A recap of Giants vs Dodgers series

"On Giants Talk, hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic break down the effect of Matt Chapman and Patrick Bailey's injuries and recap San Francisco's first two wins against the Rockies before taking on the Dodgers. Plus, Duane Kuiper joins the show.--  (3:30) - Matt Chapman, Patrick Bailey injuries(9:30) - Reviewing San Francisco's first two wins in Denver(15:30) - Willy Adames breaks out vs Rockies(19:30) - Casey Schmitt shines in Chapman's absence (30:00) - Duane Kuiper interview