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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 

In Hour 3, Willard and Dibs continue to react to Rafael Devers' Giants debut and his RBI double last night, chat with NBC Sports Bay Area's Giants insider Alex Pavlovic, and more.

Willard and Dibs' full show from Wednesday, June 18th. In Hour 1, Willard and Dibs explain how the Boston Red Sox royally messed up the Rafael Devers situation, react to some Giants roster moves, take calls from Giants fans, and more. In Hour 2, Willard and Dibs guess the Giants starting lineup tonight, discuss the Buss family selling their majority stake in the Lakers, share how they reacted to Rafael Devers' RBI double last night, and more. In Hour 3, Willard and Dibs continue to react to Rafael Devers' Giants debut and his RBI double last night, chat with NBC Sports Bay Area's Giants insider Alex Pavlovic, and more. In Hour 4, Willard and Dibs chat with Chris Cotillo, Red Sox beat reporter, about the Rafael Devers-to-the-Giants trade, discuss the smear campaign that is going on in Boston, break down what the WNBA failed to do last night in Caitlin Clark's game, and more.

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

Alex Pavlovic, Giants insider for NBC Sports Bay Area, joins Willard and Dibs to break down the first few days of the Rafael Devers era in San Francisco.

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

Giants insider for NBC Sports Bay Area Alex Pavlovic joins Papa & Silver to react to Rafael Devers being traded to the Giants moments before Sunday Night Baseball, and he tells them why Buster Posey holds an advantage in this executive roleSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Giants insider for NBC Sports Bay Area Alex Pavlovic joins Papa & Silver to react to Rafael Devers being traded to the Giants moments before Sunday Night Baseball, and he tells them why Buster Posey holds an advantage in this executive roleSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"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

On “Giants Talk," hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic break down San Francisco's series sweep against the Atlanta Braves, share their All-Star predictions, and preview the Giants' next series against the Rockies.--(2:45) - Giants win five straight one-run games(7:22) - Chapman, Giants bullpen shine vs Braves(14:00) - Will Giants pursue another big bat at the trade deadline?(16:40) - Willy Adames' struggles(26:22) - All-Star predictions(45:30) - Mailbag Q's(54:12) - Previewing Giants vs Rockies

NBC Sports Bay Area, Alex Pavlovic joins the Giants Warmup Show with Bill Laskey to talk about Chapman going deep to walk-off the Braves on SaturdaySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On “Giants Talk,” hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic recap Buster Posey's roster shakeup and break down San Francisco's comeback win against the San Diego Padres on Wednesday.--(2:30) – Recapping Giants' roster moves(9:00) – Reflecting on Wade Jr.'s time in SF(17:40) – Daniel Johnson shines in return to Giants(19:15) – Bryce Eldridge promoted to Triple-A(25:00) – Recapping Giants first three games vs Padres(30:40) – Previewing Giants' next series vs Atlanta Braves(32:10) - Buster Posey interview

In Hour 1, Willard and Dibs open up the show by talking about the Giants heartbreaking loss to the San Diego Padres last night and they talk to NBC Sports Bay Area beat reporter Alex Pavlovic about the state of the franchise

NBC Sports Bay Area San Francisco Giants beat reporter Alex Pavlovic joins Willard and Dibs on 95.7 the Game to discuss Bryce Eldridge's call-up to Triple-A Sacramento and what fans could expect in terms of timetable for the top prospect. They also talk about the current struggles with the team, along with the most recent roster moves that were made today.

On “Giants Talk,” co-hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic recap San Francisco's nine-game road trip in which San Francisco went 4-5. The Giants have relied heavily on their pitching as their offense struggles -- especially their bullpen, which currently leads MLB in ERA and WHIP. Cole and Alex discuss how San Francisco's bats will be tested against the powerful Padres and Braves, the latter of which recently welcomed back former NL MVP Ronald Acuna Jr.--(1:30) Recapping Marlins series, Giants take 2 of 3 but a frustrating series nonetheless(8:30) 14 straight games with 4-runs-or-fewer – Giants have wasted a great month of pitching(11:30) When your healthy you have pile up wins, especially when your division rivals are down(13:00) Candidates on the roster that will make way for Jerar Encarnación's return? (16:30) Giants starting rotation is in a good spot with three young pitchers holding their own (Birdsong, Harrison, an Roupp)(36:00) Previewing Giants vs Padres series at Oracle Park this week 

On “Giants Talk,” hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic recap San Francisco's sweep to the Detroit Tigers and offer their assessment of San Francisco's season thus far.--(3:40) - San Francisco's closer situation(11:45) - Marco Luciano, Jerar Encarnación updates(17:00) - Who is to blame for Giants' hitting struggles?(21:50) - Where does the panic meter stand for the Giants?(24:00) - Assessment of San Francisco's season thus far(38:20) - Previewing Giants vs Marlins series in Miami

On “Giants Talk,” hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic recap San Francisco's series win in Washington and break down the Giants' struggling offense. Plus, a preview of the Giants' upcoming series against the Detroit Tigers.--(2:30) - Recapping San Francisco's series win in Washington(6:00) - Breaking down Kyle Harrison's outing vs Nationals(11:22) - Robbie Ray's impressive season(12:22) - San Francisco's struggling offense(22:00) - David Villar leaves Giants(26:00) - Giants minor league system overview(40:00) - Giants at Tigers preview 

On “Giants Talk,” hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic review San Francisco's disappointing series against the Kansas City Royals and explain how Justin Verlander's injury could affect the Giants' starting rotation.--(7:00) - Justin Verlander placed on IL(10:45) - Who replaces Verlander while he's on IL?(15:10) - Reviewing Giants' series loss vs Royals(23:00) - Hayden Birdsong'g outing vs Kansas City(24:40) - Breaking down Patrick Bailey's recent form(30:00) - Mailbag Questions(50:00) - Previewing Giants vs Nationals series

On "Giants Talk," hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic break down San Francisco series sweep over the Athletics and preview the Giants' upcoming series against the Kansas City Royals.  (3:00) - Takeaways from San Francisco's series sweep against the Athletics(12:50) - NL West Overview after weekend(15:00) - Jordan Hicks moves back to the bullpen(24:00) - Breaking down Justin Verlander's outing against Athletics(28:00) - Mailbag Questions(38:00) - Previewing Giants vs Royals series at Oracle Park 

Irgendwie verständlich, dass Thomas Müller nach der mickrigen Choreo bei seinem Abschied erstmal ein paar Tage Abstand auf Ibiza brauchte. Man muss es vor allem Alex Pavlovic hoch anrechnen, dass er sich der Clique angeschlossen hat, obwohl es für die Gen-Z bekanntlich nichts Schlimmeres gibt als Cringe (Stichwort: Beerdigungs-Witz). Danke Alex für dein Verständnis mit uns Boomern. Wie cringe das Aufeinandertreffen von Pep Guardiola mit Mutti Wirtz war, die ja bekanntlich schon als Omi missgenerationed wurde, lässt sich nur erahnen. Für die Entscheidung ihres Filius, ob es nun nach Manchester, Madrid oder München gehen soll, dürfte das ohnehin irrelevant sein. Relevante Argumente könnte sich Flori in Folge 104 holen. Patrick und Felix liefern nämlich eine echte Entscheidungshilfe. Entscheidungen gefallen sind derweil in der BuLi. Für euch entscheidend: Die neue Folge Vorgeplänkel. Out now und turbulenter als das Trainerkarussell in der zweiten Liga.

San Francisco manager Bob Melvin sits down with Alex Pavlovic and Laura Britt on "Giants Talk" to explain why he felt it was necessary to shake up the team's lineup following their recent offensive struggles. 2:15 – Breaking down Giants vs. Diamondbacks 8:00 – How did Giants lineup changes going into series vs. D-Backs turn out? 11:00 – Korean heritage night food 13:30 – Another great outing for Robbie Ray 15:45 – Christian Koss hits grand slam for his first career home run 18:15 – Logistics of giving a home run ball back 23:15 – Injury updates 27:30 – Carson Whisenhunt looking great 29:30 – Updates on Tristan Beck, Keaton Winn and Sean Hjelle 31:00 – Remembering Evan Longoria 34:30 – Anthony Desclafani signed by the Yankees, Rich Hill signs minor league deal 36:30 – Previewing Giants vs. Athletics 42:00 - Bob Melvin interview

On "Giants Talk," co-hosts Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss San Francisco getting swept by the Minnesota Twins and if there is cause for concern as the team's offense continues to search for answers.1:30 – Giants swept by Twins5:00 – Is there a cause for concern?8:45 – Heliot Ramos carried the Giants on offense against the Twins9:30 – How long can they keep this up with LaMonte Wade, Jr.?15:15 – Ryan Walker struggles again17:00 – Camilo Doval feeling confident19:00 – When should we be worried about Willy Adames?21:30 – Patrick Bailey's offense has been stagnant25:30 – Mailbag Q's40:00 – Giants drop to #3 in NL West43:00 – Previewing matchup against the Arizona Diamondbacks

On "Giants Talk," co-hosts Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper break down how San Francisco outscored the powerful Cubs and win the series in Chicago. Ron Wotus then joins the show to discuss how things are looking in Triple-A Sacramento.1:30 – Justin Verlander's bad luck to start his time with the Giants4:00 – Another interesting series for Ryan Walker7:45 – Breaking down the extra innings game vs. Cubs12:00 – Giants have a sloppy defensive game on Monday14:45 – Kyle Harrison deals in his first game back19:30 – Injury updates25:00 – Ross Stripling retires27:00 – Previewing Giants vs. Twins37:00 – Ron Wotus interview

On "Giants Talk," co-hosts Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss Willy Adames finally getting his break out game as a Giant and how the team bounced back against the Colorado Rockies after a disappointing loss to open the series.2:15 – Kyle Harrison called up, Lou Trivino DFA'd5:00 – Giants lose series opener to Rockies but bounce back and win the next two games10:00 – Willy Adames finally has a breakout game Sunday12:00 – Giants need Matt Chapman, Willy Adames, Patrick Bailey and LaMonte Wade Jr. to find a rhythm13:45 – Waiting for Luis Matos to power up15:15 – Robbie Ray throws seven no hit innings16:30 – Tyler Fitzgerald out with cracked rib18:00 – Nick Ahmed hits open market20:00 – Donnie Ecker fired by Rangers24:00 – Update on Wade Meckler25:30 – Previewing Giants matchup vs. Cubs32:00 – Food recommendations in Chicago

On "Giants Talk," co-hosts Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss what has stood out from San Francisco's first month of the 2025 MLB season and what fans should watch out for in May.1:00 – Recapping the Giants series vs. Padres3:00 – How the series revealed some issues6:45 – Padres drawing huge crowds to the games9:00 – Who's the Giants MVP so far?12:00 – Biggest disappointment so far?18:00 – Jung Hoo Lee becoming “the guy” is one of the best things to happen to the franchise in a while22:30 – Ballpark vibes are back at Oracle Park wit the Giants playing fun baseball24:00 – Most interesting thing so far?27:00 – NL West check in29:30 – Storylines in May?35:00 – Mustache May40:00 – Mailbag Q's49:00 – Previewing Giants vs. Rockies

On “Giants Talk,” hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic break down San Francisco's series against the Texas Rangers and preview the potential challenges in an NL West showdown with the San Diego Padres. (1:02) – General feeling after Giants' walk-off win over Rangers(3:53) – Updates on the Giants' closer situation(5:10) – Reviewing SF's starting rotation against Rangers(9:00) – What to make of LaMonte Wade Jr.'s series(12:15) – Brandon Crawford Day at Oracle Park(20:00) - Mailbag Questions - Giants starting rotation(31:10 – Looking forward to Giants' short series vs Padres in San Diego(36:30) – Oracle Park's standout attendance 

On "Giants Talk," co-hosts Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss how Justin Verlander was in line for his first Giants win before the Los Angeles Angels walked off San Francisco in the bottom of the ninth, break down Landen Roupp's impressive outing on Saturday and answer some mailbag questions from fans.1:00 – Giants fall to Angels, Ryan Walker's first blown save but still go 5-5 on road trip5:00 – Competition in the National League6:15 – Takeaways from the road trip21:30 – Discussing the backup catcher situation29:00 – Mailbag Q's43:00 – Previewing the matchup vs. Brewers

On “Giants Talk,” hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic break down San Francisco's ‘encouraging' series split in Philadelphia, and look ahead to the series against the Los Angeles Angels. (1:50) – Reviewing the Giants' series split in Philadelphia(3:30) – Breaking down Tyler Fitzgerald's series vs Philly(6:58) – Looking at Verlander's outing in Giants' loss to Phillies on Tuesday(12:58) – Breaking down Jordan Hicks' outing vs Phillies(18:52) – Jung Hoo Lee's argument with Phil Cuzzi(27:38) – Updates Giants' top prospects(30:40) - Mailbag Questions(36:30) - Previewing Giants vs Angels

On "Giants Talk," co-hosts Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss how center fielder Jung Hoo Lee has been San Francisco's best all-around player so far this season, why the team has taken such joy in cheering him on and then answer a few fan mailbag questions.1:00 – Giants looked great against the Yankees, Phillies are going to be a real test4:30 – Jung Hoo Lee playing great10:15 – Adjustments in the lineup12:15 – Jordan Hicks has rough outing15:15 – Robbie Ray with the 4-inning win in the rain17:00 – All the different games and situations Jon Miller has seen throughout his career19:00 – On people not liking Carlos Rodon on social media25:00 – Looking around the NL West33:00 – Mailbag Q's39:30 – Previewing Giants vs. Phillies

On "Giants Talk," co-hosts Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss San Francisco's 8-1 start to the season, how the team is overcoming adversity to find different ways to win and answer a few mailbag questions from fans.:45 – Giants continue their hot start3:30 – Showing shades of the 2021 team6:00 – Willy Adames comes through in the clutch8:00 – Randy Rodriguez impressing12:00 – Discussing the Giants' use of Hayden Birdsong14:15 – Victor Robles' catch and injury16:00 – Jung Hoo Lee doing it all20:00 – Vibes with fans at home opener were great25:00 – Giants don't have rockstars like they did with their World Series' teams29:00 – Remembering the lineup from last time they were in first place in 202231:00 – Mailbag Q's42:00 – Previewing Giants vs. Reds Pt. 2

On "Giants Talk," co-hosts Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss San Francisco's hot start to the season after going 5-1 on the opening road trip, why Heliot Ramos is looking like a building block for the future. and how the team is stacking up against the rest of the NL West.:50 – Giants get series sweep over the Houston Astros, Heliot Ramos looking fantastic to start the season7:00 – Jordan Hicks looked great against the Astros12:15 – Wilmer Flores tearing it up15:30 – Landen Roupp confident in this team19:00 – It's still a scary time in the NL West23:00 – Early concerns about the team?33:30 – News from around the MLB39:30 – Previewing the home opener and matchup against the Seattle Mariners

On "Giants Talk," co-hosts Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper break down how San Francisco clinched their first series win of 2025 MLB season against the Cincinnati Reds behind the brilliant play of Matt Chapman and discuss how they feel about the bullpen through three games.1:00 – On Alex's new book4:00 – Breaking down Justin Verlander and Robbie Ray's outings8:00 – How do we feel about the Giants' bullpen through three games?9:45 –Giants' offense, Matt Chapman's defense looking good against the Reds11:45 – Heliot Ramos looking confident13:30 – Tyler Fitzgerald starting off the season hesitant16:30 – Sacramento Rivercats roster is stacked21:00 – Mailbag Q's33:30 – Previewing Giants at Astros

On "Giants Talk," co-hosts Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper break down the Giants' Opening Day comeback win over the Cincinnati Reds, discuss whether fans should be worried about Logan Webb's early struggles, and reveal their bold predictions for the 2025 season.1:00 – Updates from Alex's trip to Cincinnati2:30 – Positives from opening day7:00 – Which homer to did Alex enjoy more?10:00 – Breaking down Jung Hoo Lee's opening day performance15:45 – Worried about Logan Webb's opening day?19:45 – Giants closer torture time21:00 – Mailbag Q: What does Alex think of the new press box in Cincinnati?25:45 – Christian Koss filling the last roster spot28:00 – City connect jerseys leaked30:00 – Fan Bold Predictions35:30 – Alex and Cole's Bold Predictions45:00 – Actual expectations and predictions 

On "Giants Talk," co-hosts Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper are joined by Duane Kuiper to break down the lofty expectations for top prospect Bryce Eldridge, discuss how Jordan Hicks has looked in spring training and then answer a few fan mailbag questions.Alex + Cole:1:45 – Tom Murphy update3:35 – Where can Grant McCray fit in?: backup center fielder5:45 –Jordan Hicks looking good in spring training: locked into 4 spot8:45 – Mailbag Q's: Will we see Christian Koss this year?10:45 – What's up with Keaton Winn?13:00 – Is Lee still eligible for rookie of the year?13:45 – Can Eldridge move to the outfield?15:00 – Should Marco Luciano try first base or left field? Along with DH?16:45 – How long will Eldridge last in AA?Duane Kuiper: 19:45 – On being at spring training21:25 – On the vibes being different this year27:15 – On Bryce Eldridge's home run at spring training28:15 – Story on getting together with Aaron Judge30:00 – Why Eldridge needs more time in the minors: “develop him, let him get his feet on the ground”32:30 – Which young guys are standing out, strength of the bullpen34:45 – Thoughts on the ABS system15:10 – On meeting Willy Adames and Justin Verlander

Justin Verlander joins "Giants Talk" during San Francisco's spring training and explains his reasoning behind joining Buster Posey and the Giants in free agency.1:06 - San Francisco's hot start to Spring Training4:55 - Can Bryce Eldridge make Giants' Opening Day roster?11:05 - Assessing Giants' pitching so far during Spring Training12:40 - Marco Luciano's spring training17:20 - Logan Webb named Giants Opening Day starting pitcher for fourth consecutive season18:52 - Giants injury updates21:50 - Around the MLB26:53 - Breaking down Justin Verlander's historic career31:20 - Justin Verlander exclusive interview with Laura Britt and Alex Pavlovic

Tyler Fitzgerald joins "Giants Talk" from spring training to discuss his transition to second base, Buster Posey's influence on the team and his first impressions of Bryce Eldridge.1:15 – Batting Practice at spring training7:15 – How does Bryce Eldridge look in BP?9:25 – LaMonte Wade Jr. taking reps in outfield at spring training10:30 – On Buster Posey speaking to the team, establishing an identity16:50 – Discussion on Tom Murphy19:15 – Who do the Giants have space for?24:00 – Mailbag Q's36:30 - Tyler Fitzgerald exclusive interview with Alex Pavlovic and Laura Britt

On "Giants Talk," co-hosts Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss where LaMonte Wade Jr. and Jung Hoo Lee might hit in San Francisco's lineup, why the team remains confident in Camilo Doval despite his struggles last season and then answer a few fan mailbag questions.1:05 – Jung Hoo Lee possibly hitting third2:00 – LaMonte Wade Jr. leading off makes sense5:00 – Does the Giants' lineup have enough depth?5:55 – Wade Jr. won't be playing in the outfield7:15 – Expectations of Marco Luciano in spring training12:30 – Yusmeiro Petit spending time with Camilo Doval in spring training16:20 – Tom Murphy having back issues20:15 – Farhan Zaidi to LA24:45 – Jakob Junis signs with Cleveland25:00 – Mailbag Q's

On "Giants Talk," co-hosts Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss the start of spring training, why San Francisco's newest pitcher Justin Verlander is wearing No. 35 and other news from around the league.1:10 – Alex's first meals in Arizona2:10 – Overall feeling of spring training under Buster Posey4:30 – What Alex has learned at spring training after day one9:40 – What is the bullpen looking like? 12:10 – Catching situation update15:20 – Figuring out the DH position20:20 – Justin Verlander wearing #3523:00 – Catching up with Wade Meckler26:00 – Around the league33:45 – Mailbag Q's

On "Giants Talk," co-hosts Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss the three players fans should look out for this season, what to expect at spring training under new president of baseball operations Buster Posey and answer fan mailbag questions.1:10 – Non-roster invitees list5:10 – Minor moves from around the league8:45 – Three breakout possibilities for 202523:00 – What's the vibe under Buster Posey at spring training?25:45 – Mailbag Q's28:50 – Will the Giants use contract deferrals like the Dodgers in the future?30:40 – What's the reason for Taylor Rogers trade and what's the plan for left-handed relievers?32:25 – Who's Bryce Eldridge working on his defense with?34:05 – What's the plan with Brett Wisely?35:30 – What does a good year for Jung Hoo Lee look like statistically?38: 30 – Would Anthony Rizzo be a good short-term fit?

On "Giants Talk," co-hosts Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss the Taylor Rogers trade, what San Francisco's financial flexibility going into the season means and why the team has invited familiar faces to spring training as guest instructors.1:10 – Recent sports news2:40 – Ha-Seong Kim signs with the Rays4:15 – Taylor Rogers traded to Reds6:20 – On the Giants being under the tax line, having financial flexibility going into the season9:00 – Giants “feel pretty set” with roster as it stands11:10 – Win projections for this season15:25 – How cool it was for the Rogers brothers to get to play together18:10 – Jack Flaherty signs with Tigers19:30 – Giants invite familiar faces to spring training as guest instructors25:30 – Fan ideas for Giants' promotions this season

On "Giants Talk," Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper break down San Francisco's 2025 roster, discuss Tyler Fitzgerald's ranking on prospect lists and answer a few fan mailbag questions.1:00 – Lineup breakdown, Giants are sneaky deep but still feel a bat short, especially when injuries pop up3:45 – On Tyler Fitzgerald making top 10 lists5:15 – Adames ranking feeling low6:15 – What do you add to the infield?7:05 – Giants seem content with Murphy as #2 catcher8:30 – On hoping Patrick Bailey will be able stay consistent through the second half of the season10:15 – What do you add to the outfield?11:15 – Adding Jake Lamb to minor league deal15:40 – Bryce Eldridge's ranking on top 100 prospects lists 22:00 – Discussing former first round picks23:10 – Teams that had the most representation on prospect lists24:45 – Prospects to look out for26:30 – Mailbag Q's

Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic preview the Giants' pitching rotation ahead of Spring Training and how Justin Verlander will fit in with Logan Webb and Robbie Ray.  Also, Cole and Alex discuss whether the Giants still plan on making other roster moves before heading to Arizona and if the Dodgers offseason could be a catalyst for change in the next CBA.1:00   Roki Sasaki to Dodgers could be a ‘tipping point' for outrage around MLB14:00 Could this offseason be the catalyst for change in the next CBA?22:00 Josuar de Jesus Gonzalez signs with Giants but still a few years away from playing in San Francisco25:00 What to expect from the Giants rotation in 202538:00 Are Giants done with adding to roster heading into Spring Training?

On "Giants Talk," co-hosts Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper break down the news San Francisco is out of the running for Japanese pitcher Rōki Sasaki, discuss whether Justin Verlander should wear No. 35 after Brandon Crawford's recent retirement and answer a couple fan mailbag questions.:50 – Giants out on Rōki Sasaki8:00 – Other international prospects: Josuar De Jesus Gonzales12:45 – On Justin Verlander signing with the Giants and mentoring the young guys16:20 – On Verlander's health and why he feels he's in a better place18:20 – On Verlander possibly wearing No. 35 and talking to Brandon Crawford about it27:00 – Verlander accidentally has wife Kate Upton's name on his Zoom because she used it last31:30 – Giants DFA Blake Sabol35:30 - Ehire Adrianza retires37:30 – Malibag Q's

On this emergency episode of "Giants Talk," Alex Pavlovic and George Kontos break down San Francisco's reported one-year, $15 million contract with veteran ace Justin Verlander, why the deal made sense for president of baseball operations Buster Posey and who should be the fifth starting pitcher.Intro:1:10 – Verlander always made sense to Alex as a one year deal3:00 – Continues Buster's trend trying to make the team “interesting”4:10 – Breaking down why he got $15 millionKontos:6:40 – Kontos on the signing of Verlander8:00 – Has Kontos met Verlander?8:40 – Why he made sense for the Giants right now11:10 – On his fastball velocity and if he'll need to adjust how he pitches13:40 – Who's Kontos' favorite for the fifth starting pitching spot?15:50 – Kontos on Willy Adames16:50 – If Kontos could add one more player to the roster, who would it be?18:00 – What it was like playing against Verlander in Game 1 in 2012

On this episode of "Giants Talk," Alex Pavlovic and Laura Britt discuss why MLB ace Corbin Burnes signing with the Arizona Diamondbacks is so disappointing, how San Francisco is one of the remaining teams still in the mix for Japanese pitcher Rōki Sasaki and other ways the team can upgrade its offense for the 2025 MLB season.1:10 – Why Corbin Burnes signing with the Diamondbacks is so disappointing4:35 – Options now that Burnes has signed9:50 – How confident are you in Robbie Ray this season?12:50 – Giants should focus on upgrading the offense now, would Pete Alonso be a good fit?16:45 – Ha-Seong Kim and Alex Bregman as other solid options, Tyler Fitzgerald's versatility21:50 – Giants still in the mix for Rōki Sasaki28:35 – Mailbag Q's

Brothers Zack and Perry Minasian join Alex Pavlovic on "Giants Talk" to discuss how their upbringing prepared them for their roles as general managers of San Francisco and the Los Angeles Angels, respectively, who's the most competitive brother and what it's like making trades together. Intro::45 – Recent signings: first basemen off the board / Paul Goldschmidt7:15 – Giants happy with LaMonte Wade Jr at first but open to upgrading10:15 – Pete Alonso discussion13:35 – Potential free agent signings: Connor Joe, Mark Canha, Josh Bell, Justin Turner18:40 – Walker Buehler, Joc Pederson, Sean Manaea signed22:20 – Difference between if the Giants get Corbin Burnes or not: “if you're a Giants fan you should probably feel better than you did 2 weeks ago”25:30 – Farhan Zaidi's interview, potential landing spots29:00 – On getting recommendations for setting lineups32:30 – Preview of Minasian brothers' interview, background on their family Zack & Perry Minasian:36:00 - On playing board games as kids37:10 - Which brother is more competitive?38:00 - On their brother that doesn't work in baseball38:45 - What prepared them for these roles?39:30 - How often do they talk?40:20 - If Perry thought Zack had a chance at the GM position42:00 - What trading together is like43:40 - Is Perry watching the Giants more now?

Bob Melvin joins Alex Pavlovic on "Giants Talk" to discuss how he envisions the Giants' lineup, his expectations for Ryan Walker and Camilo Doval next season, and why he believes Kyle Harrison is "hungrier." Plus, Cole Kuiper and Alex break down the Giants' free-agent pursuit of Corbin Burnes and if they have a shot at 23-year-old Japanese superstar pitcher Rōki Sasaki.Intro::40 – Will the Giants get Corbin Burnes?3:55 – Reporting on if Burnes prefers a short-term deal and why Giants would prefer a longer-term deal6:00 – Cole is over one-and-done deals but Alex likes them8:15 – Options if the Giants don't sign Burnes?11:50 –  Why Giants are a good spot for Rōki Sasaki?16:00 – Kyle Tucker signs, what Giants would have had to give up to get himBob Melvin:21:30 - How it's been working with Buster Posey22:45 - On his initial conversation with Posey23:50 - Being empowered to run his department by Posey24:45 - How he envisions the Giants' lineup26:00 - On being more accountable27:15 - Piecing together the Giants' lineup28:45 - Expectations for Ryan Walker and Camilo Doval30:45 - Upside of pitching group32:00 - Why Kyle Harrison is "hungrier"33:00 - Update on Marco Luciano34:00 - Melvins' message getting ready for camp35:00 - What Giants will play like in 2025

Willy Adames joins Alex Pavlovic on "Giants Talk" to discuss why he bought into Buster Posey and the Giants' vision for his future, his excitement to play alongside Matt Chapman and why he chose to wear #2. Intro::55 - Willy Adames press conference break down3:05 - How the Adames deal went down3:50 - Kyle Tucker available6:00 - First base and DH options7:05 - Corbin Burnes speculation Willy Adames:8:40 - Why he bought into Buster Posey and the Giants' vision9:40 - On if the Giants made assurances that they will compete10:20 - On the city of San Francisco11:10 - How he celebrated after signing his contract11:55 - If he's spoked to Logan Webb or any other teammates yet12:55 - On being a "connecter" teammate13:45 - On hitting at Oracle14:40 - His excitement for playing alongside Matt Chapman15:10 - Why he chose to wear #2

Buster Posey joins Alex Pavlovic on "Giants Talk" from the MLB Winter Meetings to discuss the Willy Adames signing, why the Giants were out on Juan Soto's free agency and gives his thoughts on Rōki Sasaki.Intro:1:00 – Roki Sasaki speculation3:45 – Corbin Burnes speculationBuster Posey:6:20 - Buster Posey on his experience so far at the MLB Winter Meetings7:00  – When in the process Willy Adames became the guy for the Giants7:45 – On speaking with Logan Webb and Adames as they build the roster8:30 – Why they were out on Juan Soto9:30 – On the pitching market10:20 – On if they will meet with Rōki Sasaki11:50 – On connecting back to the World Series years and players13:15 – How does he anticipate using his former teammates?14:45 – On understanding the importance of the team's history and players15:40 – Best and worst part of the new job

Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic break down the league's reaction to the Giants' reported Willy Adames agreement, how it has brought clarity to San Francisco's infield, and discuss the latest updates on Jung Hoo Lee, Jordan Hicks and Camilo Doval.1:00 – Reactions to reported Willy Adames signing6:30 – Plan to introduce Adames this week7:00 – Clarity on the in-field lineup8:30 – Updates on Jung Hoo Lee, Camilo Doval, and Jordan Hicks21:00 – Michael Conforto signs with the Dodgers23:30 – Juan Soto signs record contract with the Mets30:10 – Alex Cobb signs with the Tigers33:30 – MLB Winter Meetings auction