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Giants Talk: A San Francisco Giants Podcast

Alex Pavlovic, Cole Kuiper, NBC Sports Bay Area
San Francisco Giants
Major League Baseball
Buster Posey
Bryce Eldridge
Spring Training
Justin Verlander
Logan Webb
Giants
Willy Adames
Los Angeles Dodgers
Baseball
Kyle Harrison
Rafael Devers
Matt Chapman
Bob Melvin
Tony Vitello
Patrick Bailey
Milwaukee Brewers
Pitching
MLB

NBC Sports Bay Area’s Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper bring you comprehensive coverage of the San Francisco Giants. Don’t miss out on in-depth analysis, breaking news coverage and exclusive interviews with Giants players, coaches and front-office personnel. Giants Talk has new episodes year-round, so subscribe now for all your San Francisco Giants needs.

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Latest Episodes

“Giants Talk” hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic react to San Francisco’s series win over the St. Louis Cardinals. Plus, Alex interviews Mike Krukow.

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(2:30) - Reacting to Giants' series win over Cardinals

(3:40) - Bryce Eldridge makes history ... more

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“Giants Talk” co-hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic react to Rafael Devers’ season-ending injury and what it means for San Francisco’s offseason.

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(2:25) - Giants place Rafael Devers on season-ending IL

(8:15) - More on Devers' abdomen injury -... more

“Giants Talk” hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic react to San Francisco’s series sweep over the St. Louis Cardinals at Oracle Park.

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(2:20) - Giants sweep Cardinals - First reactions and takeaways

(8:40) - Logan Webb bounces back

(10:20) - Is ... more

“Giants Talk” hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic break down San Francisco’s series loss to the New York Mets and Rafael Devers' continued hot streak.

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(2:20) - First reactions to underwhelming series vs. Mets

(6:28) - Young Giants' pitchers sho... more

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Recent Guests

Joe Panik
Giants middle infield partner, Wall of Fame inductee
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Episode: Brandon Crawford, Joe Panik confident in Buster Posey at helm
Jackson Flora
Giants 2026 first-round draft pick, pitcher
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Episode: Why Giants might surprise everyone before 2026 MLB trade deadline
Zack Minasian
Giants General Manager
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Episode: General Manager Zack Minasian discusses Giants’ top prospects, MLB trade deadline
Michael Holmes
Amateur Scouting Director, Giants
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Episode: Why San Francisco made the ‘obvious’ choice in taking Jackson Flora
Duane Kuiper
Former Giants broadcaster and long-time MLB player
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Episode: Why San Francisco's 2026 season has been year of 'unforced errors’
Bryce Eldridge
Giants prospect, interviewed on the podcast
San Francisco Giants
Episode: Why San Francisco took a risk with Jonah Cox’s surprise promotion
Brandon Belt
Former Giants player, guest on Giants Talk
San Francisco Giants
Episode: Brandon Belt teases potential involvement with Giants
Justin Meccage
New Giants pitching coach
San Francisco Giants
Episode: San Francisco shows signs of life after benches-clearing incident
Logan Webb
Opening day starter and ace for the San Francisco Giants
San Francisco Giants
Episode: Why Logan Webb is motivated to return to MLB postseason in 2026

Hosts

Cole Kuiper
Co-host of Giants Talk, Giants Insider, and long-time Bay Area baseball broadcaster.
Alex Pavlovic
Giants Insider, co-host; host of Giants Talk; veteran Bay Area sports journalist.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.6k ratings
  • 🤩

    Very good

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rice Head
    United Statesa month ago
  • Best Giants podcast

    Alex especially is very plugged in, balanced in his takes, and a pleasure to listen to. I think Cole is a good counterbalance as he brings more energy and humor, though can sometimes come off as uninformed or flighty. But that’s nitpicking. I listen to each and every episode from start to finish, and eagerly await each new episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Maz Ameli
    United States2 months ago
  • Must Listen Giants Pod

    Alex & Cole are awesome. Even in the worst of seasons they find interesting angles, fun topics and involve fans with mailbag questions on every pod. I don’t think I’ve missed an episode in years. I’d give this 10 stars.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Best Pod Review
    United States2 months ago
  • The Best Giants Pod

    I give this SIX stars! This is my comfort pod. Super informative and looks at diverse angles.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Doc_Savage181
    United States2 months ago
  • Worthless

    Baseball only! Don’t care about your personal lives. Show would be better without Cole.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Duckhunter44
    United States2 months ago

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Fans value diverse angles and fan involvement via mailbag questions.
Some listeners feel the show leans too heavily on team focus and personal lives aren't always welcome.
Listeners praise the hosts' energy and deep Giants knowledge.

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#12
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#32
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#77
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#11
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#14
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#60
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Why Drew Gilbert, Bryce Eldridge are two positives in rough season
Q: How is Bryce Eldridge perceived in the long term based on his performance this year?
The hosts see Eldridge as a potential franchise cornerstone, noting his confidence, big-moment hits, and willingness to be in the lineup despite being young, suggesting a bright long-term trajectory.
Giants’ missed opportunities on offense leads to series loss vs. Tigers
Q: What are your thoughts on the rest of the season and how the Giants should handle development?
The hosts emphasize using the rest of the year to evaluate young players, experiment with bullpen roles, and protect core prospects while navigating the 40-man roster and potential lockout impacts.
Why Giants might surprise everyone before 2026 MLB trade deadline
Q: Which pitchers might be most realistic for Giants at the deadline, and what kind of package could they fetch?
Tyler Mahle and Robbie Ray are discussed as realistic targets, with the possibility of a closer-than-expected return depending on the teams' perception of under-the-hood metrics; the Giants could fetch high-upside prospects or MLB-ready pitching depth.
Why Giants might surprise everyone before 2026 MLB trade deadline
Q: What is the likely impact of Harrison Bader's injury on the team's plans and trade conversations?
The panel notes the injury compounds an already challenging season and adds a layer of complexity to roster decisions, with a wait-and-see approach as more information emerges about the extent and timing of his recovery.
Why Giants might surprise everyone before 2026 MLB trade deadline
Q: Luis Arias is a potential trade piece. If he stays in the National League, how does that affect his value and the Giants' deadline plans?
The hosts suggest Arias is a clear trade candidate given performance and defensive versatility, with the expectation the Giants should maximize a return and use the opportunity to bolster pitching depth for the next season.

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Two Bay Area hosts deliver deep, tactical analysis of the San Francisco Giants across seasons, trades, and farm-system developments. Episodes frequently balance immediate on-field performance with long-term organizational planning, from pitching depth and bullpen construction to draft picks, prospect promotions, and front-office decisions. Unique strengths include candid discussions of leadership, team culture, and the business of rebuilding, plus regular guest interviews with GMs, players, and broadcasters that provide insider perspectives. The show often blends data-driven insight with fan interaction, making it a go-to for listeners who want both technical analysis and team-wide context throughout the calendar year.

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Recent guests on this podcast include:

1. Joe Panik
2. Jackson Flora
3. Zack Minasian
4. Michael Holmes
5. Duane Kuiper
6. Bryce Eldridge
7. Brandon Belt
8. Justin Meccage

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