Podcast appearances and mentions of Willy Adames

Hour 3: This episode of The Sports Leader is a must-listen for any sports fan, covering a wide range of topics from baseball to football. The hosts, Murph and Marcus, dive into the world of sports, discussing everything from the Giants' recent sweep of the Braves to the 49ers' upcoming season. The episode kicks off with a lively discussion about the Giants' decision to play a doubleheader on Saturday, and the implications of this move on their schedule. Susan Slusser joins the conversation, sharing her insights on the team's strategy and the potential impact on their season. The hosts also discuss the latest news on Willie Adams, a Giants player who may be done for the season due to an elbow injury. The conversation then shifts to the world of football, where the hosts are joined by Rod Brooks, a sports expert who shares his thoughts on the 49ers' upcoming season. Brooks discusses the team's left guard situation, the importance of the pass rush, and the potential impact of Raheem Morris's new defensive scheme. The hosts also touch on the Rams' strong defense and the challenges the 49ers may face in their upcoming matchup. If you're a sports fan looking for a lively and informative discussion, this episode of The Sports Leader is a must-listen. Join Murph and Marcus as they break down the latest news and trends in the world of sports, and get ready to be entertained and educated.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode of The Sports Leader is a must-listen for any Giants fan, as the hosts dive into the latest news and updates on the team's season with Susan Slusser. From the debate over whether the Giants have actually swept the Braves, to the latest on Willy Adames' injury and potential season-ending surgery, this episode covers it all. They also delve into the decision to play a doubleheader on Saturday and the implications of the Giants' roster expansion next week. The conversation also touches on the team's young players, including Drew Gilbert and Turner Hill, who are making a strong case for themselves as part of the 2027 Giants. The hosts also discuss the latest on several other players, including Spencer Bivens, who has been struggling to get opportunities in the bullpen, and Dylan Smith, who has been a bright spot for the team despite some tough breaks. They also talk about the upcoming retirement of number 21, which will be a special moment for the franchise. If you're a Giants fan, you won't want to miss this episode of The Sports Leader. The hosts bring their unique perspectives and insights to the latest news and updates, making this a must-listen for anyone looking to stay up-to-date on the team's season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3: This episode of The Sports Leader is a must-listen for any sports fan, covering a wide range of topics from baseball to football. The hosts, Murph and Marcus, dive into the world of sports, discussing everything from the Giants' recent sweep of the Braves to the 49ers' upcoming season. The episode kicks off with a lively discussion about the Giants' decision to play a doubleheader on Saturday, and the implications of this move on their schedule. Susan Slusser joins the conversation, sharing her insights on the team's strategy and the potential impact on their season. The hosts also discuss the latest news on Willie Adams, a Giants player who may be done for the season due to an elbow injury. The conversation then shifts to the world of football, where the hosts are joined by Rod Brooks, a sports expert who shares his thoughts on the 49ers' upcoming season. Brooks discusses the team's left guard situation, the importance of the pass rush, and the potential impact of Raheem Morris's new defensive scheme. The hosts also touch on the Rams' strong defense and the challenges the 49ers may face in their upcoming matchup. If you're a sports fan looking for a lively and informative discussion, this episode of The Sports Leader is a must-listen. Join Murph and Marcus as they break down the latest news and trends in the world of sports, and get ready to be entertained and educated.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode of The Sports Leader is a must-listen for any Giants fan, as the hosts dive into the latest news and updates on the team's season with Susan Slusser. From the debate over whether the Giants have actually swept the Braves, to the latest on Willy Adames' injury and potential season-ending surgery, this episode covers it all. They also delve into the decision to play a doubleheader on Saturday and the implications of the Giants' roster expansion next week. The conversation also touches on the team's young players, including Drew Gilbert and Turner Hill, who are making a strong case for themselves as part of the 2027 Giants. The hosts also discuss the latest on several other players, including Spencer Bivens, who has been struggling to get opportunities in the bullpen, and Dylan Smith, who has been a bright spot for the team despite some tough breaks. They also talk about the upcoming retirement of number 21, which will be a special moment for the franchise. If you're a Giants fan, you won't want to miss this episode of The Sports Leader. The hosts bring their unique perspectives and insights to the latest news and updates, making this a must-listen for anyone looking to stay up-to-date on the team's season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode of The Sports Leader is a must-listen for any baseball fan, Andrew Baggarly joins the show to discuss the latest developments with the San Francisco Giants. From the promising young pitcher Tug Boat Wilkinson to the return of Rafael Devers, there's no shortage of exciting storylines to discuss. But amidst all the action on the field, the Giants are also facing some tough decisions off the field. This episode's conversation covers a range of topics, from the team's evaluation of Jonah Cox to the latest on the injury front with Willy Adames and Marcelo Meyer. The host also touches on the impending lockout and the 40-man roster, and how it might affect some of the team's young players. With so much on the line, it's clear that the Giants are facing a critical period in their season. One of the key takeaways from this episode is the importance of evaluating the team's young players and deciding who to keep and who to let go. The host discusses the case of Victor Bericoto, a young player who has shown promise but is also struggling with some key issues. Meanwhile, the team is also dealing with injuries to key players like Willy Adames and Marcelo Meyer. If you're a Giants fan, you won't want to miss this episode's in-depth analysis of the team's current situation. The host offers some valuable insights and perspectives on the team's prospects, and provides a clear understanding of the challenges they're facing. So grab your headphones and tune in to hear the full conversation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode of The Sports Leader is a must-listen for any baseball fan, Andrew Baggarly joins the show to discuss the latest developments with the San Francisco Giants. From the promising young pitcher Tug Boat Wilkinson to the return of Rafael Devers, there's no shortage of exciting storylines to discuss. But amidst all the action on the field, the Giants are also facing some tough decisions off the field. This episode's conversation covers a range of topics, from the team's evaluation of Jonah Cox to the latest on the injury front with Willy Adames and Marcelo Meyer. The host also touches on the impending lockout and the 40-man roster, and how it might affect some of the team's young players. With so much on the line, it's clear that the Giants are facing a critical period in their season. One of the key takeaways from this episode is the importance of evaluating the team's young players and deciding who to keep and who to let go. The host discusses the case of Victor Bericoto, a young player who has shown promise but is also struggling with some key issues. Meanwhile, the team is also dealing with injuries to key players like Willy Adames and Marcelo Meyer. If you're a Giants fan, you won't want to miss this episode's in-depth analysis of the team's current situation. The host offers some valuable insights and perspectives on the team's prospects, and provides a clear understanding of the challenges they're facing. So grab your headphones and tune in to hear the full conversation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

“Giants Talk” co-hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic offer their top storylines to watch ahead of San Francisco's series against the Boston Red Sox. -- (3:20) - Matt "Tugboat" Wilkinson's encouraging MLB debut (8:40) - Adrian Houser shines again in new role (16:30) - Willy Adames reaches 200 career home runs against Cleveland (26:20) - Fan mailbag questions (44:00) - Giants at Red Sox preview Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on the podcast, the hosts catch up with Mike Krukow to discuss the Giants' recent game and the upcoming series against the Red Sox. They dive into the performance of Tugboat, a 23-year-old pitcher who made his debut with two shutout innings, and the challenges he may face in the big leagues. The hosts also discuss the struggles of Willy Adames, who made an error yesterday and is having a tough year, but still manages to hit his 200th home run. Additionally, they touch on the upcoming series against the Red Sox and the reactions of the fans towards Rafael Devers, who will be playing in Boston for the first time since his trade last year. The hosts discuss the Giants' decision to use Tugboat as an opener and the potential benefits and drawbacks of this strategy. They also talk about the importance of Willy Adames defensive skills and how he's still managing to contribute to the team despite his struggles. The conversation also touches on the upcoming series against the Red Sox and the reactions of the fans towards Rafael Devers, who will be playing in Boston for the first time since his trade last year. One of the key points of discussion is the performance of Tugboat, who impressed the hosts with his two shutout innings. They also discuss the challenges he may face in the big leagues, including the high level of competition and the pressure to perform. The hosts also talk about the importance of Wilmer Difo's defensive skills and how he's still managing to contribute to the team despite his struggles. If you're a Giants fan, you won't want to miss this episode as the hosts discuss the team's recent performance and the upcoming series against the Red Sox. They also talk about the reactions of the fans towards Rafael Devers and the potential benefits and drawbacks of using Tugboat as an opener. Tune in to hear the full conversation and get the inside scoop on the Giants' latest news and updates.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the podcast, the hosts catch up with Mike Krukow to discuss the Giants' recent game and the upcoming series against the Red Sox. They dive into the performance of Tugboat, a 23-year-old pitcher who made his debut with two shutout innings, and the challenges he may face in the big leagues. The hosts also discuss the struggles of Willy Adames, who made an error yesterday and is having a tough year, but still manages to hit his 200th home run. Additionally, they touch on the upcoming series against the Red Sox and the reactions of the fans towards Rafael Devers, who will be playing in Boston for the first time since his trade last year. The hosts discuss the Giants' decision to use Tugboat as an opener and the potential benefits and drawbacks of this strategy. They also talk about the importance of Willy Adames defensive skills and how he's still managing to contribute to the team despite his struggles. The conversation also touches on the upcoming series against the Red Sox and the reactions of the fans towards Rafael Devers, who will be playing in Boston for the first time since his trade last year. One of the key points of discussion is the performance of Tugboat, who impressed the hosts with his two shutout innings. They also discuss the challenges he may face in the big leagues, including the high level of competition and the pressure to perform. The hosts also talk about the importance of Wilmer Difo's defensive skills and how he's still managing to contribute to the team despite his struggles. If you're a Giants fan, you won't want to miss this episode as the hosts discuss the team's recent performance and the upcoming series against the Red Sox. They also talk about the reactions of the fans towards Rafael Devers and the potential benefits and drawbacks of using Tugboat as an opener. Tune in to hear the full conversation and get the inside scoop on the Giants' latest news and updates.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In hour 1 of the Morning Roast, Joe Spadoni and Sam Lubman (filling in for Shasky) get into who shined brightest last night for the 49ers in last night's preseason game in LA. How exciting is De'Zhaun Stribling? Who predicted his rise? Plus, we hear from the head coach Kyle Shanahan who shares his thoughts on last night' game in the full press conference following last night's win. In hour 2 of the Morning Roast, Spadoni and Lubman discuss how much Kaelon Black will be a necessity for the 49ers this season as he continues to prove why he was a 3rd round pick this year. How can he alleviate Christian McCaffrey's workload? Does De'Zhaun Stribling take on a bigger role with the WR core? Plus, the guys update you on the latest injury in today's Injury Report & listen to a caller Sound Off about some little yellow guys. In the 3rd hour of the Morning Roast, the guys speak with KPIX's Vernon Glenn as he tells us what he saw on the field last night in Los Angeles and what to expect from the Niners youth. Plus, who's got the most pressure out of the 4 quarterbacks last night? In the final hour of the Morning Roast, Spadoni and Lubman discuss some of the unsung heroes of last night's 49ers - Chargers game. Plus, are people OUT on Willy Adames? Giants are in Boston this weekend, will Devers get booed or loved?

In the final hour of the Morning Roast, Spadoni and Lubman discuss some of the unsung heroes of last night's 49ers - Chargers game. Plus, are people OUT on Willy Adames? Giants are in Boston this weekend, will Devers get booed or loved?

In Hour 3, Willard and Dibs continue reacting to Colin Cowherd's quarterback-head coach rankings in the NFL, and question Kyle Shanahan and Brock Purdy's place on the list. They also hear sound from Fernando Mendoza, and compliment his infectious positivity. Will that ever leave the Raiders' quarterback, even if the league tries to beat him down? Willard also calls for the San Francisco Giants to shut down shortstop Willy Adames for the season.

In Hour 1 of Willard & Dibs, Mark Willard and Dan Dibley discuss the San Francisco 49ers preseason matchup tonight against the Los Angeles Chargers, and why Kaelon Black stands out as a player to watch in the game. Later, they're joined by Mike Yam of NFL Network to break down tonight's preseason game. In Hour 2, Willard and Dibs discuss whether the San Francisco 49ers have any impactful players who are young. First Things First host Geoff Schwartz says they don't. Also, have the 49ers had any recent hits in the NFL Draft? How would you grade their young players and their performance so far? In Hour 3, Willard and Dibs continue reacting to Colin Cowherd's quarterback-head coach rankings in the NFL, and question Kyle Shanahan and Brock Purdy's place on the list. They also hear sound from Fernando Mendoza, and compliment his infectious positivity. Will that ever leave the Raiders' quarterback, even if the league tries to beat him down? Willard also calls for the San Francisco Giants to shut down shortstop Willy Adames for the season. In Hour 4, Willard and Dibs examine just how deep the NFC really is and where the San Francisco 49ers show up in the league experts' power rankings.

Willard and Dibs join Steiny and Guru during the Crossover to chat about the Giants' core position players, especially their high-priced infield. Could they move off Willy Adames' contract? What if Buster Posey wasn't Buster Posey? How long would his leash be?

“Giants Talk” hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic react to the series loss to Colorado as San Francisco reaches a new low on the season. -- (2:20) - Did Giants reach new low in series loss to Rockies? (20:55) - Why is Willy Adames not on the injured list? (27:35) - Is Marcelo Mayer nearing his Giants debut? (31:00) - Giants' farm system surges in MLB pipeline rankings (47:00) - Fan mailbag questions (1:03:00) - Giants vs. Guardians preview Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Willard & DIbs are joined by Guy Haberman in hour 3 to asses his takeaways from the 49ers preseason game, monitoring Bosa and Kittle, and challenges of being a broadcaster. Plus, an update on Willy Adames' injury and a quick game of 'Higher or Lower' with Pasta and Victor.

“Giants Talk” hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic break down the series loss to Houston. Plus, Giants icons Brandon Crawford and Joe Panik catch up with Alex. -- (2:30) - Giants drop another series in disappointing fashion (6:35) - Has Tony Vitello grown as Giants manager? (9:15) - Should Giants consider shutting down Willy Adames for the season? (23:50) - Giants' injury updates (29:00) - Fan mailbag questions (45:10) - Interview with Brandon Crawford and Joe Panik Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Freddie Freeman avoided serious injury after a terrifying tumble into the dugout Wednesday night. Joe Bond breaks down the latest injury news, performance listings, and the Thursday Rankings Movers. Plus, get today's top target for the FanDuel Bet of the Day with Payton Tolle projected Over 5.5 Strikeouts (-111) against Toronto. News and injury updates include Freddie Freeman leaving early following his fall, Salvador Perez exiting Wednesday's contest, Willy Adames dealing with a back injury, and Riley Greene landing on the 10-day IL with a hamstring strain. Additionally, Max Meyer is expected back before the end of 2026, Byron Buxton could be activated Thursday, Paul Sewald heads to Toronto via waiver claim, Kyle Karros is shut down due to a concussion, Travis Bazzana sits against another lefty, and AJ Smith-Shawver has a promotion coming soon. Daily Studs feature monster offensive lines from Alex Bregman (3 HR, 7 RBI), Trent Grisham (2 HR), Griffin Conine, Corbin Carroll, Mookie Betts, and Zack Gelof, alongside dominant starts from Luis Castillo (10 K), Tyler Mahle, and Dustin May. Daily Duds include hitless performances from Colt Emerson (4 K), CJ Abrams, Michael Toglia, Eugenio Suarez, and Osleivis Basabe, as well as rough outings on the mound for Jackson Perkins, Shane Baz, Zack Wheeler, and Framber Valdez. Thursday Rankings Movers highlights Chandler Simpson, Henry Bolte, Wilyer Abreu, Payton Tolle, Dustin May, and Noah Cameron climbing the board, while Esmerlyn Valdez, Zach Neto, Gunnar Henderson, Justin Wrobleski, and Foster Griffin take a tumble in the latest updates. First Cup Fantasy Baseball drops every weekday around 9 AM ET on The F6P Hour. Use code F6PPODS for 15% off All Access at fantasysixpack.net – rankings, matchup tools, DFS and betting cheat sheets, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Three mostly well played games is a sweep in my book! The brothers react to the Astros series: Drew Gilbert tries his best, Carson Wisenhunt rejects small beach balls, and Willy Adames is a macho man. Then they look over the roster and pretend there are guys they'd rather see than others. Wow.On the cocktail side of things, today Ben is drinking a Bitter 75 while Matthew is drinking #3 Cup. Recipes below.Bitter 752 oz Gin1 oz Lemon Juice3/4 oz Simple Syrup3-4 oz Sparkling Wine2 dashes of Angostura BittersAdd gin, lemon juice, simple syrup and bitters to a shaker with ice. Shake until chilled. Double strain into to a champagne flute. Top with the sparkling white wine. #3 Cup1 oz Cognac or Brandy3/4 oz Sweet Vermouth1/2 oz Orange Curacao1/2 oz Lemon Juice4 mint leaves2 slices cucumber2 slices orange2 oz Ginger BeerMuddle fruit and mint in shaker. Add the rest of ingredients except Ginger Beer with ice. Strain into a tall Collins glass with fresh ice. Add Ginger Beer. Garnish with a mint sprig, a cucumber or any fruit you want.#doitforwilson

It seems like Giants shortstop Willy Adames isn't 100 percent right now. With the Giants season pretty much in wait and see for next year, would shutting him down be the right now?

“Giants Talk” co-hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic discuss San Francisco's active MLB trade deadline day after they sent Luis Arráez, Robbie Ray, Heliot Ramos and three other players elsewhere for a shot at the playoffs. Alex and Cole break down how the crop of prospects San Francisco received in return could establish themselves as the franchise's future. :45 - Surprising scope of players in return 5:00 - Breaking down the individual deals 14:00 - Heliot Ramos to the Yankees 16:00 - Discussing the roster upheaval 18:00 - Is this a rebuild? 20:15 - Robbie Ray trade 24:30 - Erik Miller trade 26:30 - Tyler Mahle traded 29:15 - What to expect from the rest of the season? 32:00 - Mailbag Q 35:30 - Corresponding moves  37:00 - Other moves around the league 43:00 - Possible lockout next year? 45:00 - Harrison Bader  50:00 - Willy Adames coaching discussion Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In hour 1 of the Morning Roast, Spadoni and Shasky get into the moves the Giants made at the trade deadline. Was this a successful deadline? Should we temper our feelings? In hour 2 of the Morning Roast, Spadoni and Shasky discuss the future of the Giants as they trade for a plethora of prospects at the deadline. How long will they have to wait to even see these players? Plus, The Athletic's Keith Law joins the Roast and discusses what he likes most from these deadline moves and who we could see in the near future. In hour 3 of the Morning Roast, Spadoni & Shasky get into Willy Adames' large contract and debate whether the Giants should just cut bait and let him go and eat the 100+ million dollars left on it. Plus, NBC Sports Bonta Hill joins the guys and discusses what he's seeing from Mike Evans, Nick Bosa and much more! In the final hour of the Morning Roast, Spadoni and Shasky are joined by Bonta Hill who get into the Giants and what has gone wrong with the squad over the last couple years. Bonta shares his best moments at The Game & they take some calls from some of the biggest hitters

In hour 3 of the Morning Roast, Spadoni & Shasky get into Willy Adames' large contract and debate whether the Giants should just cut bait and let him go and eat the 100+ million dollars left on it. Plus, NBC Sports Bonta Hill joins the guys and discusses what he's seeing from Mike Evans, Nick Bosa and much more!

If you were the Giants GM, would you just cut Giants shortstop Willy Adames and eat the 100+ million dollars on his contract so you can free up a roster spot and just move on?

Moving off of Luis Arraez but keeping Willy Adames is a great way to make Giants fans mad

Willy Adames is in the crosshairs again for not working with Ron Washington enough, reportedly

The Joes talk about the mounting frustration of Giants fans as they see players they like (Luis Arraez) traded away and players they don't like (Willy Adames) stay behind.

The bitter pill of seeing Luis Arraez have to go because big contract guys like Willy Adames did not perform well enough

In hour 2 of Steiny and Guru, Evan and Guru discuss the Giants making another move by sending starting pitcher Robbie Ray to the San Diego Padres. Plus, the guys get into Ron Washington talking about Willy Adames' glove work with him and after all of the trades, how can the Giants get back into contention? What year are we looking at?

What many Giants fans expected happened. Robbie Ray is being traded to the San Diego Padres. Plus, are you ok with Ron Washington being vocal about Willy Adames and him working on fielding drills?

In hour 1 of Steiny and Guru, Evan Giddings (filling in for Steiny) and Guru get into the Giants as the MLB trade deadline looms today at 3pm PT. How big is this day for Buster Posey? What will this mean for the team next year? How much better can they get for next season? In hour 2 of Steiny and Guru, Evan and Guru discuss the Giants making another move by sending starting pitcher Robbie Ray to the San Diego Padres. Plus, the guys get into Ron Washington talking about Willy Adames' glove work with him and after all of the trades, how can the Giants get back into contention? What year are we looking at? In hour 3 of Steiny and Guru, Evan and Guru get into if the Giants can develop players like they used to. Plus, they pivot to the Niners and try to figure out why the wide receivers always seem snake bitten before the season. In the final hour of Steiny and Guru, Evan and Guru get into how important Kyle Shanahan has been for the 49ers throughout the years and where they'd be without him. Plus, has the organization done anything to develop another young core of players?

Kansas City Royals superstar Bobby Witt Jr. is dealing with lower-back stiffness after exiting Monday early. Host Joe Bond breaks down the latest roster moves, evaluates the Drops of the Week, and reviews the FanDuel Bet of the Day taking the Giants Over 4.5 runs against Seth Lugo (+100). In News & Injuries, Bobby Witt Jr. remains day-to-day with lingering back spasms, Jack Flaherty hits the 15-day IL with right flexor inflammation, and Kyle Teel is set to miss 6 to 12 weeks with a high ankle sprain. Plus, Josh Jung and Jac Caglianone exited early Tuesday, Max Fried returns Wednesday, and Ranger Suarez avoids a major setback. In Studs & Duds, CJ Abrams, Manny Machado, Max Kepler, Fernando Tatis Jr., Wyatt Langford, Justin Wrobleski, Zack Wheeler, Tatsuya Imai, Kumar Rocker, and Chase Burns delivered top performances. Meanwhile, Michael Busch, Willy Adames, Ozzie Albies, Corbin Carroll, Paul Sewald, Reynaldo Lopez, Kevin Gausman, Jackson Perkins, Brandon Lowe, Joe Ryan, Kyle Schwarber, Freddy Peralta, Jacob Misiorowski, Jacob DeGrom, and Ivan Herrera struggled. For Wednesday's rotating segment on Drops, the crew evaluates cutting bait on Jarren Duran and Freddy Peralta while monitoring Teoscar Hernandez, Cal Raleigh, and Kevin Gausman on the watch list. First Cup Fantasy Baseball drops every weekday around 9 AM ET on The F6P Hour. Use code F6PPODS for 15% off All Access at fantasysixpack.net – rankings, matchup tools, DFS and betting cheat sheets, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Spadoni and Shasky continue to express concern over Willy Adames after another 3 strikeout night, its time for the Giants to move on.

In Hour 1, Grandi & Dibs discuss the Giants' heartbreaking loss last night to the Kansas City Royals and talk in depth about the play that cost the Giants last night's game and ask if Willy Adames or Daniel Susac was at fault?

In Hour 1, Grandi & Dibs discuss the Giants' heartbreaking loss last night to the Kansas City Royals and talk in depth about the play that cost the Giants last night's game and ask if Willy Adames or Daniel Susac was at fault? In Hour 2, Grandi & Dibs assess Tony Vitello as manager of the San Francisco Giants after 100 games in charge and contemplate what if any of his redeeming qualities are. In Hour 3, Grandi & Dibs talk about the MLB Trade Deadline and wonder if Giants should be buyers or sellers and think about who could be on the trading block. Also, they discuss the latest Rich Paul audio regarding LeBron James' upcoming Free Agency decision. In Hour 4, Grandi & Dibs discussed what's holding up the LeBron James decision and if it's potentially him waiting on the Warriors to upgrade the roster with a trade for AD before he signs with them. Also, they close out the show with Adam Schefter's latest report on De'Zhaun Stribling.

Duane Kuiper shares his thoughts on Willy Adames not tagging second base, minor mistakes after the Giants get walked off against the Royals 4-3.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2: Murph and Markus share more reaction to Willy Adames' mental mistake and big picture of frustrating Giants season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Grandi & Dibs discuss the late game error that involved Willy Adames and Daniel Susac and discuss who was at fault for the play that cost the Giants last night's game.

Grandi & Dibs react to the Giants dropping another heartbreaking loss to the Royals in KC, specifically bringing up the controversial Daniel Susac and Willy Adames play late in the game.

Greg Silver and John Dickinson discuss the lack of fundamentals and mental mistakes that have plagued the Giants all season. We touch on the trade deadline, which is just around the corner, and the potential moves the team might make to shake things up. The boys chat about the importance of fundamentals as shoddy defense rears its ugly head once again.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Giants entered the All Star Break with their 6th-worst record in San Francisco history at 41-55 and the third worst team in the National League. Where do they go from here? Clearly not the playoffs. Who will they trade, who would you miss in a trade? Chad and Eric catch up to break down the Giants biggest flaws of the season, try to predict the trade chips, discuss the HR derby and All-Star game, our MVPs and LVPs, and quickly review the Giants draft picks.www.torturecast.comfacebook.com/torturecast@torturecast

Arizona Diamondbacks ace Zac Gallen has officially been placed on the 15-day injured list with right elbow inflammation. Corey Pieper breaks down a massive pre-All-Star break injury wave, highly anticipated star activations, the weekly Waiver Wire segment, and the FanDuel Bet of the Day. The pre-break injury report is absolutely devastating for fantasy rosters as Kyle Harrison hits the injured list with a forearm issue prompting Robert Gasser's recall, Matt McLain lands on the shelf with a strained left calf, and Mike Yastrzemski goes to the 10-day injured list with left elbow inflammation. Additionally, American League All-Star Nick Kurtz lands on the 10-day injured list with a right thumb capsule sprain, Nick Lodolo hits the injured list with a blister, Blaze Alexander suffers a hand fracture, and Emerson Hancock was removed from his outing after taking a line drive. Roster managers must also navigate Jacob deGrom missing his next start, Shohei Ohtani skipping a start with left knee inflammation, Bo Bichette sitting out all weekend, and Jacob Misiorowski having his start skipped for developmental inning management, though fantasy managers receive major boosts with Wyatt Langford, Jeremy Pena, Ryan Jeffers, Vinnie Pasquantino, and Munetaka Murakami all activated from the injured list, alongside Edwin Diaz launching a rehab assignment and Emiliano Teodo making his MLB debut. Daily performance metrics highlight a loaded group of standouts as Sean Burke, Hunter Greene, Tristan Peters, Esmerlyn Valdez, Jake Bauers, Gage Jump, Kyle Karros, Tyler Mahle, James Wood, Cam Schlittler, Cristopher Sanchez, Vladimir Guerrero Jr., James McCann, Manny Machado, Paul Skenes, Lane Thomas, Gunnar Henderson, Alex Bregman, Zach Thornton, Joey Cantillo, Brayan Rocchio, Noah Schultz, Taj Bradley, Brandon Nimmo, Trevor McDonald, and Kevin Gausman all deliver big games, while Parker Messick battles Sandy Alcantara and Zack Wheeler duels Tarik Skubal. Conversely, a handful of prominent options flatlined, with Shea Langeliers posting a three-strikeout collar, Carson Benge going 0-for-4 with three punchouts, Otto Lopez finishing 0-for-5 with four strikeouts, and Braxton Ashcraft, Willy Adames, Freddy Peralta, Trey Yesavage, Yoshinobu Yamamoto, Spencer Torkelson, Ian Seymour, and JT Ginn all struggling into the duds section. Our weekly Waiver Wire segment provides direct tactical targets to optimize your active roster heading into the midsummer break, isolating top priority free agents who can fortify your categories for the second-half push. First Cup Fantasy Baseball drops every weekday around 9 AM ET on The F6P Hour. Use code F6PPODS for 15% off All Access at fantasysixpack.net – rankings, matchup tools, DFS and betting cheat sheets, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Krueger and Silver continue to discuss with the audience the Giants' recent struggles on and off the field, the importance of communication and the role of the team's president of baseball operations in addressing the media. Additionally, we talk about the team's struggles with contract negotiations, including the overpaying of players like Willy Adames and Jung Hoo Lee. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The NBA draft is just around the corner, and the Warriors are gearing up to make some big decisions. In this episode, the speaker dives into the latest trade rumors and discusses the team's potential draft picks. From the possibility of trading down to the intriguing prospect of Darius Cuff, the conversation is filled with expert analysis and insider knowledge. The Warriors are facing a crucial decision at the 11th pick, and the speaker weighs in on the pros and cons of trading down or sticking with their original plan. They also discuss the team's need for a star player to complement Steph Curry and potentially replace him in the future. The speaker also shares their board, ranking the top prospects and discussing the strengths and weaknesses of each player. They highlight the importance of projectability and the need to identify players who can make an immediate impact. The conversation also delves into the world of trade rumors, including a potential deal with the New York Mets involving Willy Adames and Marcus Semien If you're a die-hard Warriors fan, you won't want to miss this episode. The speaker's expert analysis and insider knowledge will give you a deeper understanding of the team's strategy and the players they're considering. Tune in to hear the latest on the NBA draft and the Warriors' plans for the future.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The NBA draft is just around the corner, and the Warriors are gearing up to make some big decisions. In this episode, the speaker dives into the latest trade rumors and discusses the team's potential draft picks. From the possibility of trading down to the intriguing prospect of Darius Cuff, the conversation is filled with expert analysis and insider knowledge. The Warriors are facing a crucial decision at the 11th pick, and the speaker weighs in on the pros and cons of trading down or sticking with their original plan. They also discuss the team's need for a star player to complement Steph Curry and potentially replace him in the future. The speaker also shares their board, ranking the top prospects and discussing the strengths and weaknesses of each player. They highlight the importance of projectability and the need to identify players who can make an immediate impact. The conversation also delves into the world of trade rumors, including a potential deal with the New York Mets involving Willy Adames and Marcus Semien If you're a die-hard Warriors fan, you won't want to miss this episode. The speaker's expert analysis and insider knowledge will give you a deeper understanding of the team's strategy and the players they're considering. Tune in to hear the latest on the NBA draft and the Warriors' plans for the future.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ESPN MLB analyst Doug Glanville joins Buster Olney to discuss the San Francisco Giants listening to trade offers on Rafael Devers, Matt Chapman and Willy Adames, what it's like to play in the league while being the subject of trade rumors, and whether the Tigers, Red Sox, Mets, Orioles and others should buy or sell at the deadline. Then, Sarah Langs plays The Numbers Game. Plus, Todd Radom on Left O'Duol, the man who opened the door for Japanese players coming to America. Finally, Buster answers your questions during Bleacher Tweets. 0:00 Welcome 2:43 ESPN MLB analyst Doug Glanville joins 3:55 E:60's “Return of the Clowns” premieres on Juneteenth 6:22 San Francisco Giants are listening on big players 6:56 How players handle trade rumors 14:05 Buy or Sell: Detroit Tigers 16:03 Boston Red Sox 17:00 Texas Rangers 17:58 Minnesota Twins 19:14 Baltimore Orioles 19:45 New York Mets 21:31 Miami Marlins 22:08 Cubs need a cut-up 25:02 The Numbers Game with Sarah Langs 26:06 Todd Radom on Lefty O'Doul, quiz 33:07 Bleacher Tweets CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS Follow The Baseball Tonight Podcast on… YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLHeL6O-A-ASmSMwbSCFvPKEq1Cslo_lrw Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5FG6xCcd338SgZjZ9urHRI Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/baseball-tonight-with-buster-olney/id137699414 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

ESPN MLB analyst Doug Glanville joins Buster Olney to discuss the San Francisco Giants listening to trade offers on Rafael Devers, Matt Chapman and Willy Adames, what it's like to play in the league while being the subject of trade rumors, and whether the Tigers, Red Sox, Mets, Orioles and others should buy or sell at the deadline. Then, Sarah Langs plays The Numbers Game. Plus, Todd Radom on Left O'Duol, the man who opened the door for Japanese players coming to America. Finally, Buster answers your questions during Bleacher Tweets. 0:00 Welcome 2:43 ESPN MLB analyst Doug Glanville joins 3:55 E:60's “Return of the Clowns” premieres on Juneteenth 6:22 San Francisco Giants are listening on big players 6:56 How players handle trade rumors 14:05 Buy or Sell: Detroit Tigers 16:03 Boston Red Sox 17:00 Texas Rangers 17:58 Minnesota Twins 19:14 Baltimore Orioles 19:45 New York Mets 21:31 Miami Marlins 22:08 Cubs need a cut-up 25:02 The Numbers Game with Sarah Langs 26:06 Todd Radom on Lefty O'Doul, quiz 33:07 Bleacher Tweets CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS Follow The Baseball Tonight Podcast on… YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLHeL6O-A-ASmSMwbSCFvPKEq1Cslo_lrw Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5FG6xCcd338SgZjZ9urHRI Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/baseball-tonight-with-buster-olney/id137699414 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

6-18 Murph & Markus Hour 1: Markus & JD (in for Murph) break down the Giants winning 2 games vs Atlanta yesterday after the Tuesday rainout, behind huge HR's from Willy Adames, Raffy Devers, Bryce Eldridge, Jung Hoo Lee, & the might Luis Arraez. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode 433: All-Star season is officially here! The first round of voting has been released, and Dallas has officially begun his campaign for Nick Kurtz to make the All-Star Game. The conversation then shifts to a debate over who the best catcher in baseball is following Drake Baldwin's return to the Atlanta Braves. According to recent reporting, the San Francisco Giants are open for business. A disastrous season has forced Buster Posey to try to move the big contracts of Rafael Devers, Willy Adames, and Matt Chapman. The guys break down exactly what it would take to trade those massive deals and who among the three high-dollar players is the real prize. The Giants remain in the news for all the wrong reasons. Landen Roupp, JT Brubaker, and Ryan Walker all wrote Bible verses on their hats during Pride Night at the stadium, turning a night meant for inclusion into a debate about something much bigger. Lastly, the guys show some love for players who are succeeding around the league on the eve of a landmark edition of Baseball is Dead. 00:00:00 - Vote Nick Kurtz 00:08:27 - Who Is the Best Catcher in Baseball? 00:21:12 - The Giants Are Open for Business 00:41:35 - What Team With a Losing Record Would You Want to Take Over? 00:48:49 - Giants Pride Night Controversy 01:07:34 - Show 'Em Some Love 01:20:44 - Final Thoughts | Join the BID Patreon! Link in the Description NEW BID MERCH IS HERE: https://www.baseballisdead.com Trade $20 get $20 on Kalshi - http://www.kalshi.com/r/BID Sign Up For Our Patreon for more Baseball Is Dead Content! https://www.patreon.com/cw/BaseballisDead Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial today at shopify.com/DEAD Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hour 3: The Giants are back in action today, but the conversation around the team's future is heating up. In this episode, we dive into the latest trade rumors surrounding the team, including the possibility of moving ace pitcher Logan Webb. Our guest, former GM Jim Duquette, shares his thoughts on the trade deadline and the challenges the Giants face in rebuilding their roster. The Giants are currently 29-43, and it's clear that they're not in contention for a playoff spot. But with the trade deadline looming, the team is facing a tough decision: do they try to compete next year or start a rebuild? Our guest weighs in on the pros and cons of trading Logan Webb, one of the team's top pitchers, and what kind of prospects the Giants could expect in return. The conversation also touches on the team's struggles to develop pitching prospects, with our guest pointing out that the Giants have had limited success in drafting and developing pitchers over the past decade. We also discuss the challenges of trading players like Rafael Devers, Willy Adames, and Matt Chapman, who are all signed to long-term contracts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.