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WFAN presents a selection of conversations from during the past week about the Giants from Boomer & Gio, Evan & Tiki, and The Craig Carton Show with Chris McMonigle. Star wide receivers Mike Evans and Jaylen Waddle have surfaced as potentially being available this offseason -- should Big Blue be in on them? Plus, reacting to the Giants' over/under win total for 2026, and yet another sign that John Harbaugh has taken charge.

WFAN presents a selection of conversations from during the past week about the Giants from Boomer & Gio, Evan & Tiki, and The Craig Carton Show with Chris McMonigle. Star wide receivers Mike Evans and Jaylen Waddle have surfaced as potentially being available this offseason -- should Big Blue be in on them? Plus, reacting to the Giants' over/under win total for 2026, and yet another sign that John Harbaugh has taken charge.

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Daniel Susac joins Extra Innings with Bill Laskey to discuss competing for the Giants' backup catcher job.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Opening segment with Giants president Larry Baer joins Marty Lurie on Talkin' Baseball to break down the start of Spring Training, key early storylines, and the growing excitement surrounding San Francisco’s 2026 season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Giants manager Tony Vitello joins Marty Lurie to break down his first Spring Training at the helm, his approach to leading the club, and what fans can expect in 2026 on this episode of Talkin’ Baseball.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"The Professor" Ron Wotus joins Marty Lurie to break down the start of 2026 Spring Training in Scottsdale, AZ—roster battles, early standouts, and what to watch as the season takes shape.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kerry joins Talkin' Baseball with Marty to chat about the start of the Giants Spring Training: Who will be the surprise of Giants Camp this Spring?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Harrison Bader joins Marty Lurie on Talkin' Baseball to discuss his first spring training with the San Francisco Giants, his mindset heading into 2026, and what fans can expect from him this season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Gio and Jerry Recco on how John Harbaugh could've went to the Titans over the Giants. Plus, will Aaron Judge speak out against the Yankees' organization more (9:24) ? How the Tony Clark scandal could impact MLB labor negotiations (17:40); Boomer returns and talks Olympic hockey and MLB (28:41); Gio on Mark Cuban's take on the NBA's tanking problem (44:07); Gio gives his top-five NBA players of all time (

Hour 3: J.D. and Dieter discuss Tony Vitello's first week as the Giants Manager. They also break down the Giants off-season moves and if they have enough to compete for the playoffs in 2026. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anthony runs a full 2026 offseason simulation to rebuild the Giants' offensive line for 2026. Can the Giants actually afford to sign two All-Pro interior linemen while re-signing Jermaine Eluemunor? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ben Lindbergh and Meg Rowley banter about a generous podcast listener, Bruce Meyer’s elevation to interim executive director of the MLBPA, his framing of the sport’s competitive challenges, media messaging vis-à-vis the owners’ and players’ potential responsibility for missed games in 2027, and the creep of pitch-calling from the dugout, then preview the 2026 Detroit Tigers (53:35) with The Athletic’s Cody Stavenhagen, and the 2026 Athletics (1:31:28) with A’s on SI’s Jason Burke. 2026 EW Season Preview Series ALBALCHWATHBOSCLEHOUNYYDETLAATBRKCRSEATORMINTEX NLATLCHCARIMIACINCOLNYMMILLADPHIPITSDPWSNSTLSFG .intro-team, .intro-team td { font-family: lato, Arial, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; margin-bottom: 20px; } .intro-team .intro-header { /*display: none;*/ text-align: center; } .team-lg { text-align: center; width: 100%; } /* [class^="team-box-"] > div { display: inline-block; width: 48%; } [class^="team-box-"] > div table { width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; } [class^="team-box-"] > div td { background-color: #efefef; border: 1px solid #ccc; line-height: 2; text-align: center; cursor: default; } [class^="team-box-"] > div a { color: #000; text-decoration: none; display: block; width: 100% } [class^="team-box-"] > div a:hover { color: #50ae26; } [class^="team-box-"] > div a.link-inactive { color: #aaa; } */ Audio intro: Harold Walker, “Effectively Wild Theme” Audio interstitial 1: Liz Panella, “Effectively Wild Theme” Audio interstitial 2: Dave Armstrong and Mike Murray, “Effectively Wild Theme” Audio outro: Alex Ferrin, “Effectively Wild Theme” Link to Reddit comment Link to “meatspace” explainer Link to “meatbag” explainer Link to Meyer comments 1 Link to Meyer comments 2 Link to BP on competitive balance Link to Drellich on Meyer Link to Passan on the MLBPA Link to Crizer on dugout pitch-calling Link to EW on 2025 dugout pitch-calling Link to Bendix comments Link to Giants pitch-calling article Link to Vitello comments Link to Rockies article Link to Ben on in-game interviews Link to team payrolls page Link to Tigers offseason tracker Link to Tigers depth chart Link to catcher WAR leaderboard Link to Cody’s author archive Link to Cody’s podcast Link to Athletics offseason tracker Link to Athletics depth chart Link to FG top 100 Link to Vegas promotions Link to Sacramento jerseys Link to Jason’s author archive Sponsor Us on Patreon Give a Gift Subscription Email Us: podcast@fangraphs.com Effectively Wild Subreddit Effectively Wild Wiki Apple Podcasts Feed Spotify Feed YouTube Playlist Facebook Group Bluesky Account Twitter Account Get Our Merch! var SERVER_DATA = Object.assign(SERVER_DATA || {}); Source

Friday chaos hits the studio as Cinco de Luncho delivers one of the most outrageous lists yet: the five worst inappropriate relationships to get caught in. From a best friend's partner to the ultimate family betrayal, the crew debates just how bad each scenario really is in the wake of the Tony Clark headlines. Nothing is off limits, the arguments get wild, and the phones light up. Plus, the conversation spins out into everything from Giants coaching expectations to Olympic hockey controversy, conspiracy theories, and a caller sparking a deep dive on John Harbaugh's resume. It's messy, unpredictable, and pure Friday energy from start to finish.

This hour of Evan and Tiki spirals fast, starting with Tom Brady calling WWE “cute” and turning into a full-on theory that Brady is getting “worked” into a WrestleMania moment in Las Vegas. The guys also untangle the Logan Paul confusion, clown the “All-State linebacker” claim, then get forced into a real-time apology when the receipts come out. From there, it's a throwback to Lawrence Taylor's WrestleMania 11 main event, why WWE used it to hook casual fans, and why some Giants fans still want nothing to do with it. The show also hits Giants fans taking over road stadiums, the “book vs. show” debate with 11/22/63, and the usual spring training viewing confusion. And yes, Cinco de Luncho takes over: Shaun Morash drops his list of the five worst inappropriate relationships to get caught in, and it somehow gets even more unhinged once the guys start offering “honorable mentions.” The hour keeps rolling with a caller-driven John Harbaugh ranking debate, a quick hockey rules rant during Canada vs. Finland, and an absurd detour into “classified files,” UFOs, and the theory that the real mystery might be hiding in the ocean.

Mystery guest revealed! The one and only Eli Manning joins Rick & Dave! Eli shares why he likes the John Harbaugh hire for the Giants, what excites him about Jaxson Dart, and his thoughts as he waits on the Hall of Fame. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Join Ed and Jeremiah as they break down Daniel Jeremiah's latest NFL mock draft and analyze how rookie landing spots will impact your best ball drafts on Underdog Fantasy.

Hutt and Chad break down why the baseball world is buzzing, and it's because Tony Vitello didn't give Giants media the canned, corporate answers about moving from Knoxville to the Bay Area. He talked about leaks, he talked about stress, and he talked about how he almost stayed put because of how the news broke. The 'Old Guard' calls it his first unforced error and questions his loyalty. I'm calling it the first win of the season. Why? Because Tony Vitello is doing something Major League Baseball hates: He's being a human being. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Matt Derrick, beat writer for ChiefsDigest.com, talks about what Matt Nagy can bring to this Giants offense, and Jim Wyatt, who writes for TennesseeTitans.com, discusses how Dennard Wilson, Frank Bush, and Brian Callahan bring to the Giants schemes. :00 - Matt Nagy’s offense 18:15 - Dennard Wilson’s defense 21:30 - Blitzing and coverages 27:35 - Frank Bush - Inside Linebackers 33:20 - Brian Callahan - Passing gameSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Giants ace, Logan Webb joins the show to reveal the origin of his warm‑up music, what it meant to represent his country in the World Baseball Classic, and his early impressions of new manager Tony Vitello. A must‑listen conversation from Spring Training.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

HOUR 1 - Live from Scottsdale Stadium! Day 2! Patrick Bailey stops by to talk expectations for 2026, Luis Arraez joins to discuss his new role with the Giants, and Logan Webb breaks down the vibe on the mound as camp gets rolling in Scottsdale.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

HOUR 2- Live from Scottsdale Stadium! Day 2! Giants prospect Bryce Eldridge joins the show to discuss his development at first base and how he’s growing during Spring Training. Giants analyst Marty Lurie stops by to share his thoughts on the state of the team as well. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

HOUR 3 - Live from Scottsdale Stadium: Day 2! Giants manager Tony Vitello joins the show to talk Spring Training energy, early roster impressions, and his vision for 2026. Infield coach Ron Washington stops by to break down defensive development and the work happening on the back fields in Scottsdale.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

HOUR 4 - Live from Scottsdale Stadium! Day 2! We recap all the guests, big storylines, and unforgettable moments. Giants broadcaster Duane Kuiper stops by as we wrap up a jam‑packed pair of days in Scottsdale and look ahead to what’s next for the team. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Giants second baseman, Luis Arraez joins the show to explain why he chose San Francisco, how Ron Washington is already shaping his game, and why putting the ball in play is still one of baseball’s biggest advantages. A fun, wide‑ranging conversation with the two‑time batting champ.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3: Silver & Krueger wrap up their thoughts on the 49ers' wish list for free agency and pivot toward the San Francisco Giants who will define their level of success in this upcoming season. With Cactus League set to begin tomorrow, it's a pivotal time for newer, younger Giants to demonstrate their value to Tony Vitello's clubhouse. The Giants have not finished above .500 since 2021, when they won a franchise-record 107 regular season games.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Giants prospect Bryce Eldridge joins the show to discuss learning from Ron Washington, taking outfield reps to boost his versatility, and his mentality as he pushes for an Opening Day roster spot. A great look at one of the Giants’ rising young talents.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Giants manager Tony Vitello gives his scouting report on Bryce Eldridge, Rafael Devers, and the young pitchers impressing early in camp. He also addresses the fallout from his controversial Monday comments in a candid Spring Training conversation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Giants infield coach, Ron Washington joins the show to break down his work with Luis Arraez and Bryce Eldridge, his leadership style as a former big‑league manager, and his cherished memories of Willie Mays. An early contender for interview of the year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 4: Silver & Krueger close out the week by revisiting Ron Washington's interview with Murph & Markus from earlier this morning. Washington explained how he called out Bryce Eldridge for not giving his full effort on a colder-than-usual Scottsdale morning, and why Eldridge had the perfect response moving forward. As Tony Vitello transitions away from Knoxville and learns the Bay Area, he's come to understand the championship-level standards that define the Bay Area, and the Giants' new skipper is prepared to face them head-on.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Warriors announce that Steph Curry will be re-evaluated in 10 days with a balky knee; what do you expect from Kristaps Porzingis with Curry? Plus, Giants are in action this weekend: what are you looking for in the first spring training games?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Giants infield coach, Ron Washington joins the show to break down his work with Luis Arraez and Bryce Eldridge, his leadership style as a former big‑league manager, and his cherished memories of Willie Mays. An early contender for interview of the year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Giants manager Tony Vitello gives his scouting report on Bryce Eldridge, Rafael Devers, and the young pitchers impressing early in camp. He also addresses the fallout from his controversial Monday comments in a candid Spring Training conversation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Giants prospect Bryce Eldridge joins the show to discuss learning from Ron Washington, taking outfield reps to boost his versatility, and his mentality as he pushes for an Opening Day roster spot. A great look at one of the Giants’ rising young talents.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Giants ace, Logan Webb joins the show to reveal the origin of his warm‑up music, what it meant to represent his country in the World Baseball Classic, and his early impressions of new manager Tony Vitello. A must‑listen conversation from Spring Training.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Giants second baseman, Luis Arraez joins the show to explain why he chose San Francisco, how Ron Washington is already shaping his game, and why putting the ball in play is still one of baseball’s biggest advantages. A fun, wide‑ranging conversation with the two‑time batting champ.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

HOUR 4 - Live from Scottsdale Stadium! Day 2! We recap all the guests, big storylines, and unforgettable moments. Giants broadcaster Duane Kuiper stops by as we wrap up a jam‑packed pair of days in Scottsdale and look ahead to what’s next for the team. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

HOUR 3 - Live from Scottsdale Stadium: Day 2! Giants manager Tony Vitello joins the show to talk Spring Training energy, early roster impressions, and his vision for 2026. Infield coach Ron Washington stops by to break down defensive development and the work happening on the back fields in Scottsdale.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

HOUR 2- Live from Scottsdale Stadium! Day 2! Giants prospect Bryce Eldridge joins the show to discuss his development at first base and how he’s growing during Spring Training. Giants analyst Marty Lurie stops by to share his thoughts on the state of the team as well. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

HOUR 1 - Live from Scottsdale Stadium! Day 2! Patrick Bailey stops by to talk expectations for 2026, Luis Arraez joins to discuss his new role with the Giants, and Logan Webb breaks down the vibe on the mound as camp gets rolling in Scottsdale.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Art and guest Ian O'Connor talk about John Harbaugh's first month on the job and what to expect as NFL converges on Scouting Combine in Indianapolis.

A Note for TP&R Listeners From time to time, it helps to talk about something other than politics in order to understand politics. Sports is one of the last shared civic spaces where identity, loyalty, disagreement, trash talk, and even tribalism can play out without destroying relationships. In other words, many of the same human instincts we explore on Talkin' Politics & Religion Without Killin' Each Other show up in a baseball season just as clearly as they do in an election season. So today's episode comes from another show in the SCAN Media family, East Meets West Sports, co-hosted with veteran broadcaster Rick Garcia. Same curiosity about why people care so deeply about what they care about. Just with box scores instead of polling numbers. If it's your thing, great. If not, regular TP&R programming resumes next episode. Talkin' Politics & Religion Without Killin' Each Other is proud to be part of The Democracy Group, a network of podcasts examining what is broken in our democracy and how we can work together to fix it. And thank you to Pew Research Center (pewresearch.org) for helping make conversations like this possible. East Meets West Sports with Rick Garcia and Corey Nathan Rick Garcia and Corey Nathan kick off baseball season with a deep dive into the offseason moves that have everyone talking and at least one list that has Corey fuming about West Coast bias. They break down the Dodgers' superteam additions of Edwin Diaz and Kyle Tucker, the Mets' stacked roster and farm system, and why teams like Pittsburgh can scout great talent but can't hold onto it. They also get into the salary cap debate, Steve Cohen's "no captain" declaration, and whether meddling owners ever really help their teams. And in Pop That Culture, they tackle the biggest controversy heading into the Winter Olympics: Norway's ski jumping suits, a crotch-area aerodynamics scandal that has to be heard to be believed. Find Us On Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube Follow Rick Garcia: @RickGarciaNews on X (Twitter) Follow Corey Nathan: @coreysnathan on Substack, Threads, Instagram, X & more Key Takeaways 1. The Dodgers Just Keep Getting Better Yahoo Sports graded the Dodgers' offseason an A+, and it's hard to argue. Adding Edwin Diaz from the Mets and Kyle Tucker as a free agent gives them arguably the deepest roster in the game (even if Tucker now ranks as maybe the seventh-best player on his own team). 2. Corey Is Very Excited About the Mets (No Surprise There) Two surefire Hall of Famers in Francisco Lindor and Juan Soto, a legit ace in Freddie Peralta, a deep rotation, improved defense up the middle, and a top-five farm system, even after trading prospects. Rookie of the Year candidate Nolan McLean headlines a wave of young talent coming up. Corey believes. Rick is... skeptical. 3. The "Most Improved" List Has a West Coast Bias Problem A MLB.com ranking of teams that improved most this offseason had the Giants and Rockies ahead of the Mets. The Rockies! Corey had thoughts. Many thoughts. The list is based on "projected WAR," which only raises more questions. 4. Small-Market Teams Are Wasting Their Advantages Pittsburgh has one of the best farm systems in baseball, including the top overall prospect, but keeps developing players for wealthier teams to sign away. Rick and Corey agree the game needs a salary floor, not just a luxury tax, to force lower-payroll owners to actually invest in their teams. 5. Steve Cohen Says No Captains, Ever The Mets owner drew headlines by declaring there will never be a team captain while he owns the club. Rick's take: that's exactly the kind of call owners shouldn't be making. Corey's take: Cohen is actually a good owner who trusts his front office. And Lindor leads whether he has a C on his jersey or not. 6. CrotchGate Comes to the Winter Olympics Norway's ski jumping team has been caught altering the crotch area of its suits to gain an aerodynamic edge. The physics actually make sense. A roomier suit creates lift during the V-position jump. Some athletes allegedly went further than just tailoring. Rick and Corey debate whether this is innovative gamesmanship or just cheating. There is only one correct answer. Or maybe two. The season starts. The arguments never do.

Nate Tice & Charles McDonald join forces to answer the NFL offseason's biggest looming questions submitted by the audience. The duo start off by diving into the New York Giants' potential NFL Draft plans with the 5th overall pick, how the Chicago Bears can fix their defensive line and whether or not Brian Daboll is a good fit with QB Cam Ward as the new Tennessee Titans OC. Next, Nate & Charles discuss whether or not the Los Angeles Chargers can fix their offensive line in one offseason, if the Jacksonville Jaguars defense can take a leap next season, who the Denver Broncos should be targeting in free agency (Tyler Allgeier?) and what our expectations for the 2026 Washington Commanders should look like. Later, the two hosts wrap up with thoughts on the New England Patriots' upcoming offseason decisions, why Sean McVay changed to a duo run game style with the Los Angeles Rams, whether Sean McDermott was really the problem with the Buffalo Bills and more. (2:40) - Biggest offseason questions: Giants draft plans, Bears DL, Daboll & Cam Ward (24:30) - Biggest offseason questions: Chargers OL, Jaguars defense, Broncos, Commanders (44:15) - Biggest offseason questions: Patriots, Rams, Bills & more   Subscribe to Football 301 on your favorite podcast app:

With the NBA back, the conversation turns into a “what counts as success?” checklist for every team in town, and the answers get blunt fast. For the Knicks, it's simple: anything short of the NBA Finals is a massive disappointment, and the window is not staying open forever. For the Yankees, the standard is even harsher: win the World Series, period, no matter who's on the other side. The Mets are trickier, with the floor rising from “make the playoffs” to “get to the Division Series,” because the quick exit versions of October do not count as progress anymore. Then the focus shifts to football, and the Giants get put under the microscope. With the offseason still unfolding, the expectations are more complicated, but the baseline is clear: competence, a winning season, and being in the mix late. The division suddenly feels more open than it did a year ago, which raises the pressure even more. And looming in the background is the Jets wild card, because one aggressive move at quarterback could instantly change the entire expectation game. A full-state-of-the-union debate on New York sports standards, pressure points, and what “successful” really means for 2026.

The break is over and the pressure is on. With the NBA back tonight and the Knicks getting one more crack at the Pistons, the conversation starts with the simplest question in town: what counts as success? For the Knicks, the answer feels brutal and obvious: get to the NBA Finals, anything less is a disappointment. From there, the bar gets debated across the whole New York sports board. Are the Yankees officially “parade or failure” no matter who they run into, even the Dodgers? How much does Aaron Judge's window change the urgency? And why are the Mets the most complicated team to define right now, with some fans setting the floor at “real playoffs” (Division Series) while others still aren't sure what to expect? Plus: the Giants outlook and what a “winning season” really means, and a sharp rant on why fans lose their minds when former Mets GM Steve Phillips dares to criticize the team.

“Giants Talk” co-hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic react to San Francisco manager Tony Vitello's viral Tennessee rant and more from spring training. -- (2:50) - Tony Vitello makes headlines (14:10) - Alex's impressions of Giants' practice scrimmages (19:20) - Moves around the MLB (27:30) - Fan mailbag questions (41:00) - Will Bednar interview Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to Day 2801 of Wisdom-Trek, and thank you for joining me. This is Guthrie Chamberlain, Your Guide to Wisdom – Theology Thursday – Ancient Kings and Giants: Were the Sumerian Rulers the Nephilim? Wisdom-Trek Podcast Script - Day 2801 Welcome to Wisdom-Trek with Gramps!   I am Guthrie Chamberlain, and we are on Day 2801 of our Trek.   The Purpose of Wisdom-Trek is to create a legacy of wisdom, to seek out discernment and insights, and to boldly grow where few have chosen to grow before. Our current series of Theology Thursday lessons is written by theologian and teacher John Daniels. I have found that his lessons are short, easy to understand, doctrinally sound, and applicable to all who desire to learn more of God's Word. John's lessons can be found on his website   theologyinfive.com.   Today's lesson is titled  Ancient Kings and Giants: Were the Sumerian Rulers the Nephilim? In the earliest layers of Mesopotamian literature, the Sumerian King List stands as a remarkable record of legendary rulers. These kings, beginning with Alulim of Eridu, are said to have reigned for tens of thousands of years. Alulim ruled for Twenty-Eight Thousand, Eight Hundred years, while others, such as En-men-lu-ana of Bad-tibira, are credited with reigns of Forty-Three Thousand Two Hundred years. The list presents eight antediluvian kings in total, whose rule was said to have lasted for Two Hundred Forty-One Thousand, Two-Hundred years before the heavens brought a great flood. These numbers are not historical in the modern sense. They are symbolic and rooted in the Sumerian sacred use of numbers, especially the sexagesimal base-sixty system. Lifespans were often structured as multiples of Three Thousand, Six Hundred, a unit known as a sar. The theological point is clear. Kingship was believed to have descended from heaven, and these early rulers were seen not merely as political figures but as mediators between gods and mortals. Their reigns reflect divine favor, cosmic order, and a time when humans stood closer to the divine realm. The flood marks a dividing line in the narrative. After it, reigns become shorter and more grounded. The mythic age gives way to something closer to recognizable history. Cities shift, dynasties rise and fall, and the divine distance from humanity becomes more evident. What survives is a memory of a time when the lines between human and divine were blurred, when kings were more than men, and when the age before the flood carried an aura of sacred timelessness. The First Segment is: Echoes from Akkadian and Babylonian Tradition. The Akkadian-speaking cultures of Babylon and Assyria preserved an expanded version of the Sumerian memory in two major works, the Atrahasis Epic and the Epic of Gilgamesh. These texts also recall a time before the flood, inhabited by extraordinary beings, divine-human figures, and a collapse of order that led to judgment. In the Atrahasis Epic, the gods create humans to relieve themselves of labor, but humanity quickly multiplies and becomes noisy and disruptive. Enlil, the chief god, decides to destroy them. A series of plagues and famines fails to work, so a flood is sent to wipe out the human race. The god Ea (or Enki) warns Atrahasis, a righteous man, who builds a boat to survive. After the flood, humanity is restructured and reduced, and a new social and spiritual order is established. The Epic of...

Giants legend, Mike Krukow breaks down why Spring Training is so important, what it means for players, and how it sets the tone for a huge season ahead. Krukow gets Giants fans fired up with insight, energy, and classic storytelling from Scottsdale.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.