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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

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

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

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 

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

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

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

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

Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic break down the Giants' reported seven-year, $182 million contract with star shortstop Willy Adames and what this means for the rest of San Francisco's offseason plans.:45 – Giants reportedly agree to record contract with Willy Adames4:30 – Details on contract6:20 – Breaking down Buster Posey's first deal, why getting it done before Juan Soto signs was important9:00 – Any red flags about Adames?12:00 – How good can Giants' infield be?17:00 – Are the Giants changing their perception with this deal?19:00 – What do the rest of the Winter Meetings look like for the Giants?23:00 – Do the Giants now have a “star player?”27:00 – Buster establishing the Giants' identity

Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic break down Brandon Crawford's legacy in San Francisco after he announced his retirement, what Blake Snell signing with the Dodgers means and what Buster Posey should look to accomplish at the 2024 MLB Winter Meetings.:45 – Discussing Brandon Crawford's retirement and legacy with the Giants7:15 – Alex and Cole's favorite Crawford moment11:00 – Blake Snell signs with the Dodgers18:30 – On the Dodgers' deferred contracts, should more teams spend?24:30 – What does Snell to LA mean for the Giants pursuit of a starting pitcher?27:45 – Other recent MLB signings30:45 – Rob Manfred and the “golden at-bat” rule35:15 – What should Buster Posey look to accomplish at the Winter Meetings?

Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic are joined by Duane Kuiper to discuss the Giants' possible outfield lineup next season, how the team can balance free agency with playing time for young players, and if Madison Bumgarner could return to San Francisco as an advisor.1:00 – What Giants' outfield might look like for 2025 season5:45 – Free agency vs. giving young players opportunities8:00 – On having a different left-fielder every year since Barry Bonds10:00 – Alyssa Nakken leaves15:00 – Bobby Evans rejoins the team along with Jeff Berry20:40 – Contracts tendered for LaMonte Wade Jr., Camilo Doval and Tyler Rogers as Austin Warren re-signs22:00 – Awards season review23:30 – Carson Ragsdale and Carson Seymour are added to the 40-man roster24:30 – Madison Bumgarner coming back to the Giants as an advisor?Duane Kuiper:27:15 – Duane Kuiper on watching a World Series game with Mike Krukow29:45 – On Buster Posey taking over as President of Baseball Operations35:20 – Which positions the Giants need to fill this offseason39:00 – On who he expects to play in the outfield next season41:50 – Going on the Giants Hawaii trip

New San Francisco Giants general manager Zack Minasian sits down with Alex Pavlovic to discuss the team's identity and why his lifetime around baseball makes him a good fit for the position. Cole Kuiper and Alex also break down Randy Winn's new role with the team and answer fan's mailbag questions.Intro:1:00 - Randy Winn named Vice President of Player Development7:00 - Austin Slater signs with the Chicago White Sox9:00 - Which Giants will be back after the non-tender deadline?12:15 - Mailbag Q'sZack Minasian:22:10 - On becoming a new dad and GM23:20 - What an interview with Buster Posey is like24:15 - If the thought he had a chance at the job after Posey's press conference25:30 - On scouting  Posey when he was a player27:00 - On the moment he got the GM job27:45 - What moves he feels stand out in his career29:00 - Why pitching and defense need to be the Giants' identity moving forward31:00 - On confidence in Giants' current pitching,32:45 - Tyler Fitzgerald maybe moving to 2nd and if they need to upgrade shortstop33:30 - Breaking down the outfield situation36:00 - On Luis Matos and Marco Luciano's development, expectations for next season38:50 - On Randy Winn becoming VP of player development, how they plan on approaching player development41:45 - His background growing up in MLB clubhouses, on the validation from getting the GM job44:30 - Dynamic between him and his brother Perry, who's GM of the Angels48:20 - On Tommy Lasorda being his godfather

Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic discuss the Giants' possible infield lineup next season, including if free-agent shortstop Ha-Seong Kim could make his way to San Francisco this offseason, along with other possible options this offseason 1:00 – Explaining what the GM meetings are for2:50 – Uncertainty for the Giants' offseason9:20 – Why so many former Giants are working together elsewhere12:50 – Juan Soto watch begins15:00 – Giants' infielders breakdown17:20 – Could Ha-Seong Kim sign with the Giants?22:00 – Could Willy Adames sign with the Giants?26:30 – Can Bryce Eldridge continue his “meteoric” rise?31:35 – What does the future look like for Tyler Fitzgerald & Casey Schmitt?34:00 – Around the MLB

Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic break down why the Giants promoted Zack Minasian to be their general manager, share their reaction to Patrick Bailey and Matt Chapman winning NL Gold Gloves, and discuss if the bullpen is set after several relievers had breakout 2024 seasons. :45 – Why the Giants hired Zack Minasian as GM10:00 – Comings and goings in San Francisco25:50 – Bailey and Chapman win Gold Gloves27:45 – On the Dodgers' celebration30:15 – Biggest winners from the Dodgers' World Series win35:30 – Will Soto be back with the Yankees?37:45 – Breaking down the bullpen

Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic break down the Giants' starting pitching options this offseason, if they believe Blake Snell will be back with the team and discuss the World Series matchup between the Los Angeles Dodgers and New York Yankees. 1:00 – Takeaways from the World Series matchup11:00 - Do the Giants need to just spend the money this offseason?14:15 – Comparing the Giants use of bullpen games to the Dodgers this postseason19:00 – On starting pitching and how they can improve next season24:00 – Will Blake Snell be back?28:30 – Pitching free agent options34:40 – Where do the Giants stand with their young pitchers, are they ready?36:00 – Will Jordan Hicks remain a starter?37:45 – Predicting the Giants' 2025 starting rotation40:40 – Mailbag Q's

Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic break down how the Giants might handle arbitration-eligible players, this year's World Series matchup, and what their future roster could look like. Cole and Alex also answer fan questions about the Giants' offseason. :45 - J.P. Martinez promoted to be Giants' new pitching coach6:15 - Unofficial embargo on news during the World Series7:30 - How will Giants handle arbitration-eligible players Camilo Doval, Tyler Rogers, LaMonte Wade, Jr. and Mike Yastrzemski?21:00 - Breaking down the World Series matchup25:30 - Discussing the players in the World Series the Giants missed out on30:30 - What will the Giants' future roster look like in a few years? And can the Giants sign Juan Soto this offseason?

Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic break down what new president of baseball operations Buster Posey will seek in potential GM candidates and answer fan questions about the Giants' offseason. Cole and Alex also discuss the MLB playoffs and make their World Series predictions.1:00 Breaking down NLCS, ALCS matchups15:00 World Series predictions16:30 Potential Giants GM candidates29:30 Are the Giants done with 'heavy lifting' after Matt Chapman deal?40:00 What does future look like for Marco Luciano, Tyler Fitzgerald, Brett Wisely?

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper look back at the 2024 season and analyze the Giants' biggest surprises, disappointments and front-office mistakes that resulted in an 80-82 record. They also discuss new president of baseball operations Buster Posey's potential impact on top prospects such as Bryce Eldridge and Marco Luciano.3:00 Biggest surprises of 2024 season7:00 Biggest disappointment13:00 Breakthrough performance24:00 Biggest front-office mistake

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.8:00 Assessing Farhan's tenure26:00 Examing Posey's leadership style33:00 Buster Posey shares 'excitement' of new role37:45 Posey on GM search41:30 Greg Johnson on Posey's readiness for new role

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.1:00 Giants playing well now that pressure is off7:30 Grant McCray's concerning strikeout rate12:30 Takeaways from Farhan Zaidi's discussion with media20:00 How Bryce Eldridge could impact Giants free agency approach32:00 Previewing the Giants-Cardinals seriesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Alex Pavlovic chats with Giants prospect Bryce Eldridge to discuss his fast-tracked MLB journey and learning to play first base. Also, Cole Kuiper sits down with Alex to 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 Luciano10:00 Comparing Luciano's development to Heliot Ramos22:30 Can Matt Chapman get to 30 homers?25:30 Discussing Shohei Ohtani's historic season38:00 Eldridge discusses Triple-A promotion48:15 Eldridge shares biggest adjustment to playing first baseSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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 with Giants10:30 Is Bob Melvin on the hot seat?20:30 Why Marco Luciano will be one of the biggest offseason questions28:00 How both Giants, Orioles screwed up potential Blake Snell trade36:45 Looking around MLBSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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-A8:30 Buster Posey takes lead in Matt Chapman negotiations12:30 Does Posey's increased involvement signal anything about Farhan Zaidi's future?21:00 Discussing Heliot Ramos' splash hit See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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 take the next step.3:00 Discussing the future of the "creamsicle" City Connect uniforms14:00 How Yaz fits into the Giants19:30 What to look for rest of MLB season27:30 Kontos breaks down Snell's dominant second half30:00 Kontos details how Birdsong can take next stepSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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 Fitzgerald-Luciano incident6:00 Why the Giants haven't moved Luciano to the outfield yet7:30 Where does McCray fit into the Giants' 2025 outfield plans?15:30 When fans can hope to see Eldridge in San Francisco25:00 Estes shares what he has seen from Harrison29:00 Estes discusses how Giants should handle Doval, WalkerSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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 get a deal done with Matt Chapman5:00 Importance of Chapman's clubhouse presence8:15 Analyzing Giants' core for future13:30 Does Chapman signing indicate anything about Farhan or Bob Melvin's future?15:00 Zaidi details how Chapman deal impacts Giants' short and long-term plans21:00 Boras shares how Chapman deal got doneSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.