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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
Mike Krukow joined Murph & Markus this morning to share his perspective on Jordan Hicks' first inning and to explain why home plate umpire Phil Cuzzi was so sensitive yesterdaySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mike Krukow joined Murph & Markus this morning to share his perspective on Jordan Hicks' first inning and to explain why home plate umpire Phil Cuzzi was so sensitive yesterdaySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
San Francisco Giants vs. Philadelphia Phillies MLB Pick Prediction by Tony T. Giants at Phillies 4PM ET—Jordan Hicks will start for San Francisco. Hicks in three starts in 2025 producing an ERA of 5.87 with WHIP of 1.37. The right hander strikes out 20.3% with 8.7% walks. Ground balls posted at 48.9% with 1.17 home runs per nine innings. Cristopher Sanchez is the starter for Philadelphia. Sanchez has three starts with an ERA of 3.12 and WHIP of 1.33. The lefthander strikes out 26% with 6.8% walks. Ground balls sit at 47.9% with 1.56 home runs per nine innings.
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
Munaf Manji and Griffin Warner talk MLB betting for Saturday and Sunday. The guys also give out best bets.
Munaf Manji and Griffin Warner talk MLB betting for Saturday and Sunday. The guys also give out best bets.
San Francisco Giants vs. NY Yankees MLB Pick Prediction by Tony T. Giants at Yankees 3PM ET—Jordan Hicks will start for San Francisco. Hicks made 29 appearances last year carrying an ERA of 4.10 with WHIP of 1.45. The right hander fanned 20% with 9.8% walks. Ground balls sat at 50.9% with 0.98 home runs per nine innings. He has two starts on the year, allowing three earned runs with eleven strikeouts in 11 1/3rd innings. Will Warren gets the start for NY. Warren appeared in six games in 2024 with an ERA of 10.32 with WHIP of 1.90. The righty struck out 26.4% with 9.1% walks. Ground balls sat at 36.2% with 1.99 home runs per nine innings. In two starts on the year he allowed six earned runs with nine strikeouts in nine innings.
Seattle Mariners vs. San Francisco Giants MLB Pick Prediction by Tony T Mariners at Giants 4PM ET—Bryan Woo will start for Seattle. Woo had 22 starts in 2024 with an ERA of 2.89 with WHIP of 0.90. The right-hander fanned 21.4% with 2.8% walks. Ground balls sat at 40.6% with 1.04 home runs per nine innings. He opened at home against the Athletics allowing one run with five strikeouts in six innings. Jordan Hicks will start for San Francisco. Hicks appeared in 20 games last year carrying an ERA of 4.10 with WHIP of 1.45. The righty struck out 20% with 9.8% walks. Grounders served at 50.9% with 0.98 home runs per nine innings. In the opener he faced the Astros on the road, allowing no runs with six strikeouts in six innings.
Munaf Manji and Griffin Warner break down MLB betting for the weekend card. The guys also give out best bets.
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
Kris Bubic was awesome against the Brewers (3:50)! ... Jordan Hicks' velocity was way up (6:04). ... Is Brady Singer more than a streamer (10:21)? ... Chris Paddack got destroyed by the White Sox (16:10). ... The Reds' lineup had a huge game (19:36). ... News (23:25): Freddie Freeman re-injured his ankle during a shower incident. ... Jurickson Profar is suspended 80 games for PEDs (26:57). ... How do we rank all of the waiver wire pitchers (40:20)? ... Who are the top outfield replacements (45:26)? ... We get into Monday's leftovers, bullpens and streamers (53:25). ... We wrap up with Team Name Tuesday (1:10:31). Fantasy Baseball Today is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday Download and Follow Fantasy Baseball Today on Spotify: https://sptfy.com/QiKv Get awesome Fantasy Baseball Today merch here: http://bit.ly/3y8dUqi Follow FBT on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fbtpod?_t=8WyMkPdKOJ1&_r=1 Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @CPTowers @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_Frank Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday Sign up for the FBT Newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters/fantasy-baseball-today/ For more fantasy baseball coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ You can listen to Fantasy Baseball Today on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Baseball Today podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Baseball Today podcast." To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
4-1 Jordan Hicks talked about the transition from reliever to starter & how he can improve on 2024 campaign after strong 1st start vs AstrosSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 1: Murph & Markus react to the Giants win in Houston last night, discuss Jordan Hicks' homecoming, and talk to Matt BarrowsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 3: Murph & Markus talk to Garrison Hearst, dive into the Cooler of Content, and then discuss Jordan Hicks' performance at home in Houston last nightSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Susan Slusser joins Papa & Silver to predict the Giants' use for Hayden Birdsong on the roster and explain why Jordan Hicks' offseason training set a message in his first startSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
4-1 Dirty Work Hour 1: Huge W's tilt tonight plus Jordan Hicks fresh off dominant performance in win vs Houston last nightSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 1: Murph & Markus react to the Giants win in Houston last night, discuss Jordan Hicks' homecoming, and talk to Matt BarrowsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 3: Murph & Markus talk to Garrison Hearst, dive into the Cooler of Content, and then discuss Jordan Hicks' performance at home in Houston last nightSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Lubman and Shasky discuss the Giants great start to their series in Houston as they beat the Atros behind a great outing from Jordan Hicks. Warriors face their biggest game of the year tonight against the Grizzlies, what do they have to do to get it done in Memphis? Plus, Jed York says Purdy is a top 10 quarterback in the NFL, do you agree?
4-1 Dirty Work Hour 1: Huge W's tilt tonight plus Jordan Hicks fresh off dominant performance in win vs Houston last nightSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
4-1 Jordan Hicks talked about the transition from reliever to starter & how he can improve on 2024 campaign after strong 1st start vs AstrosSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Susan Slusser joins Papa & Silver to predict the Giants' use for Hayden Birdsong on the roster and explain why Jordan Hicks' offseason training set a message in his first startSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
San Francisco Giants vs. Houston Astros MLB Pick Prediction by Tony T Giants at Astros 8PM ET—Jordan Hicks will start for San Francisco. Hicks appeared in 29 games last year, dealing with an ERA of 4.10 with WHIP of 1.45. The righty struck out 20% with 9.8% walks. Grounders were 50.9% with 0.98 home runs per nine innings. Ronel Blanco to start for Houston. Blanco appeared in 30 games in 2024 posting an ERA of 2.80 with WHIP of 1.09. The righthander fanned 24.6% with 10.1% walks. Ground balls sat at 39.8% with 1.18 home runs per nine innings. A FIP of 4.14 does suggest a rising ERA based on form.
Twelve-year San Francisco Giants infielder and Silver Slugger Rich Aurilia joins Papa & Silver tells Papa & Silver why Randy Winn and Buster Posey are bringing back fundamentals and how Jordan Hicks was handed a difficult situation last seasonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mike Krukow joined Murph & Markus this morning to discuss signing a contract extension with the Giants and to share his perspective on Jordan Hicks' second season as a starterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mike Krukow joined Murph & Markus this morning to discuss signing a contract extension with the Giants and to share his perspective on Jordan Hicks' second season as a starterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Twelve-year San Francisco Giants infielder and Silver Slugger Rich Aurilia joins Papa & Silver tells Papa & Silver why Randy Winn and Buster Posey are bringing back fundamentals and how Jordan Hicks was handed a difficult situation last seasonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
3-7: Dirty Work Hour 3: Derek's observations on Giants camp, The Seahawks trade Geno Smith to Raiders; Shayna Rubin on expectations for the SF pitching rotation and Jordan HicksSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
3-7: Dirty Work Hour 3: Derek's observations on Giants camp, The Seahawks trade Geno Smith to Raiders; Shayna Rubin on expectations for the SF pitching rotation and Jordan HicksSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Eno and DVR discuss several spring battles for rotation spots, including the potential for a 'secret' six-man rotation in Tampa Bay, Casey Mize's bid to stick in the rotation for the Tigers, Ben Brown's chances of breaking camp as a starter for the Cubs, Year 2 enthusiasm for Jordan Hicks as a potential sleeper in San Francisco, and much more. Rundown 0:00 Intro Starts 1:48 A Secret Six-Man Rotation Coming in Tampa Bay? 12:03 Watching Kenta Maeda & Casey Mize Closely This Spring 20:30 Competition for the Final Spots in the Twins' Rotation 31:04 Will Ben Brown Break Into the Cubs' Fifth Starter Spot? 36:30 Let's Make the Dodgers Sign Another Pitcher! 44:37 A Sleeper (or Two) in San Francisco? 54:46 Odds & Ends: The White Sox, Angels, Braves & Padres Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.social Follow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.social e-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.com Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFe Subscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno Sarris Producer: Brian Smith Executive Producer: Derek VanRiper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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
Mike Krukow joined Murph & Markus this morning to share his perspective on Jordan Hicks returning as a starter for the second seasonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mike Krukow joined Murph & Markus this morning to share his perspective on Jordan Hicks returning as a starter for the second seasonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mike Krukow joined Murph & Markus this morning to share his thoughts on Ryan Walker as the Giants closer and to debate where Jordan Hicks fits into the rotation after Justin Verlander joined the team.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mike Krukow joined Murph & Markus this morning to share his thoughts on Ryan Walker as the Giants closer and to debate where Jordan Hicks fits into the rotation after Justin Verlander joined the team.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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
On this Tuesday edition of the program, hear from Browns LB Jordan Hicks on the team's win against the Steelers on Thursday Night Football last week (1:23:01). You'll also hear from Browns S Juan Thornhill on the upcoming game against the Denver Broncos (48:18). Plus, get this week's Microsoft Minute (31:35), this week's Higher or Lower (1:07:50), and Week 13 of Guess the Scores.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Jake is back and joined by John Colosimo where they take you through everything coming out of Berea on a busy Wednesday. The shrinking injury report, Jordan Hicks unfortunate elbow/arm injuries, JOK concern, and more. Then they delve into the 1st half performance reviews first hitting on QB and RB with an eye on who exceeded, met, and was below expectations through nine games of 2024. Join and Support us by subscribing at BrownsFilmBreakdown.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson‘s season is over and his time with the team could be over, too. What did cleveland.com‘s film expert Lance Reisland see when he watched all of Watson's snaps? Lance joined the Orange and Brown Talk podcast on Thursday to go through what he saw when he watched Watson and why it didn't work. How much was scheme? How much was the talent around him? How much was just him not being the player he was? Before Lance joined the podcast, Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe discussed the news of the day, going through Kevin Stefanski‘s response to Jedrick Wills Jr.'s comments, Jameis Winston returning to New Orleans and Jordan Hicks' comments about Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah. Want to become a Football Insider subscriber? Get more info here. Music credits: Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jake and Andrew discuss Kevin Stefanski's quotes about Jameis Winston, Jordan Hicks, and how much he wants to win the rest of the season. Then they pivot to a conversation about the quarterbacks that might be available in the 2025 NFL Draft and who is rising and falling as the college season comes to a close. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Welcome back to another Midweek Mailbag with Jake and Andrew! This edition is based on questions from our Founding Members Channel and our Paid Supports Chat in the Browns Film Breakdown Slack and Substack App. The questions cover the RPO usage and why it might be tied to better run game looks, whether schemes are being held back for later in the year, how Jordan Hicks is performing at LB, and where to place the blame accurately for a struggling offensive line. This is the ideal point to hit on these topics transitioning from the last week's performance to what lies ahead and they will aim to cover it all. If there is anything Browns-related you want answered as a BFB Supporter, the guys will try to cover those not answered in this podcast when writing a Mailbag. To get your questions into the show and article, Join and Support us by subscribing at BrownsFilmBreakdown.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bishop returns on a "First Friday" edition of the program!! Hear from the voice of the Browns Jim Donovan and TE David Njoku plus it's a Higher or Lower day (52:57) and new Browns LB Jordan Hicks sits down with Z and Jim Donovan in a CBD Exclusive (1:16:33)!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Giants Color Commentator Mike Krukow joins Murph & Markus in attempt to figure out the Giants amid their hitting struggles. Plus, his thoughts on Tyler Fitzgerald, Jordan Hicks, and the Trade Deadline.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Paul Skenes will start the All Star Game for the NL, Julio Rodriguez continued his up and down season, Wilyer Abreu came out of his slump, and whatever happened to rivalries in baseball? Joe Pisapia (@JoePisapia17) and Joe Orrico (@JoeOrrico99) bring you the news, injuries, best bets of the day and more! Intro - 0:00:00 Paul Skenes - 0:00:35 Julio Rodriguez - 0:04:58 Jack Flaherty - 0:05:14 Kevin Gausman - 0:06:38 Justin Steele - 0:06:50 Aaron Civale - 0:07:52 Brandon Pfaadt - 0:09:09 Wilyer Abreu - 0:09:19 Shane Baz - 0:09:30 Jackson Jobe - 0:11:25 Slade Cecconi - 0:11:31 3 Up: Cal Raleigh, Juan Soto, and Tanner Houck - 0:11:45 3 Down: Brandon Drury, Mackenzie Gore, and Jordan Hicks - 0:12:13 Injury Updates - 0:13:45 MLB Best Bets - 0:20:45 HR Board and HR Calls - 0:24:54 Outro - 0:27:07 Sponsors:
Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper break down Jorge Soler's recent offensive breakout, how Jordan Hicks can make an impact as the season progresses and why Patrick Bailey could be a dark horse to make the All-Star Game. Then, Alex and Cole answer some fan questions and discuss if the Giants will be buyers or sellers at the MLB trade deadline.(3:10) Birdsong continues to impress(12:22) Should fans worry about Hicks?(16:50) Is Webb the Giants' All-Star frontrunner?(23:20) Will the Giants be buyers or sellers?(31:08) Looking ahead at the Giants' scheduleSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Fireside ChatNick Pollack and Paul Sporer chat about pitching, with a fantasy baseball lens.Today's episode is driven by conversations around Jon Gray, Charlie Morton, José Soriano, Aaron Civale, Framber Valdez, Mitchell Parker, Zack Littell, Jordan Hicks, Dylan Cease, Jameson Taillon, Hunter Brown, Mitch Keller, Luis Gil, Brady Singer, Jonathan Cannon, Gavin Williams, David Festa, Michael Lorenzen, Andrew Heaney, Kyle Gibson, Sean Manaea, Albert Suárez, Cade Povich, Justin Steele, Jake Irvin, Ronel Blanco, Nathan Eovaldi, Max Scherzer, Davis Daniel, and more.Along with Nick and Paul's streamers, sits, starts, and match-ups of the week.Hosts: Nick Pollack | Paul SporerProducer: Adam Howe Subscribe: Apple | Spotify | Amazon | Google | RSS Join: PL+ | PL ProProud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network
Fireside ChatNick Pollack and Paul Sporer chat about pitching, with a fantasy baseball lens.Today's episode is driven by conversations around Gerrit Cole, Aaron Nola, Sonny Gray, Shota Imanaga, Tanner Houck, Jack Flaherty, Ronel Blanco, Jared Jones, Luis Gil, Bryce Miller, Ryan Pepiot, Jake Irvin, Hunter Brown, Jordan Hicks, José Berríos, and more.Along with Nick and Paul's streamers, sits, starts, and match-ups of the week.Hosts: Nick Pollack | Paul SporerProducer: Adam Howe Join: PL+ | PL ProProud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network
On this week's edition of Inside the (Rob) Parker, Rob checks in live from Rickwood Field in Birmingham to discuss the late-great Willie Mays and the significance of Negro League baseball. Plus, we have on-location interviews with San Francisco Giants pitcher Jordan Hicks and St Louis Cardinals broadcaster Mike Claiborne. Finally, we've got appearances by MLBBro.com managing editor JR Gamble and gambling expert David Gascon. Subscribe and download all of the latest Inside the Parker podcasts and follow Rob on Twitter!! #OddCouple See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.