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Giants Talk: A San Francisco Giants Podcast

Alex Pavlovic, Cole Kuiper, NBC Sports Bay Area
San Francisco Giants
Jung Hoo Lee
Major League Baseball
Shohei Ohtani
Los Angeles Dodgers
Free Agency
Jordan Hicks
Spring Training
Yoshinobu Yamamoto
Jorge Soler
Blake Snell
Robbie Ray
Dusty Baker
Winter Meetings
Bob Melvin
Buster Posey
2024 MLB Season
Orange Juice
Jung-Hoo Lee
Pablo Sandoval

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

On “Giants Talk,” hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic review San Francisco’s disappointing series against the Kansas City Royals and explain how Justin Verlander’s injury could affect the Giants’ starting rotation.

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(7:00) - Justin Verlander plac... more

On "Giants Talk," hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic break down San Francisco series sweep over the Athletics and preview the Giants' upcoming series against the Kansas City Royals.

(3:00) - Takeaways from San Francisco's series sweep against the A... more

San Francisco manager Bob Melvin sits down with Alex Pavlovic and Laura Britt on "Giants Talk" to explain why he felt it was necessary to shake up the team's lineup following their recent offensive struggles. 

2:15 – Breaking down Giants vs. Diamond... more

On "Giants Talk," co-hosts Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss San Francisco getting swept by the Minnesota Twins and if there is cause for concern as the team's offense continues to search for answers.

1:30 – Giants swept by Twins

5:00 – Is ther... more

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Recent Guests

Ron Wotus
Professor and former bench coach with insights on Triple-A development
Episode: Giants win road series vs. Cubs, Ron Wotus discusses how things are looking in Triple-A Sacramento
Ryan Walker
Closer for the San Francisco Giants
San Francisco Giants
Episode: Ryan Walker discusses Giants breakout, continuing success in 2025
Willy Adames
Newly signed shortstop for the San Francisco Giants
San Francisco Giants
Episode: Why Willy Adames is excited to call Oracle Park home
JP Martinez
New pitching coach for the Giants, formerly an assistant coach with the team, with a background in player development and a focus on integrating advanced metrics into coaching.
San Francisco Giants
Episode: How J.P. Martinez plans to make immediate impact on Giants' pitchers
Justin Verlander
Legendary MLB pitcher
Episode: Why Justin Verlander is eager to continue special career with Posey, Giants
Tyler Fitzgerald
Professional baseball player and top-rated middle infielder in MLB
San Francisco Giants
Episode: Tyler Fitzgerald on adjusting to second base, first impressions of Bryce Eldridge at spring training
Perry Minasian
General Manager of the Los Angeles Angels
Los Angeles Angels
Episode: Zack, Perry Minasian discuss what it's like making trades together
Zack Minasian
General Manager of the San Francisco Giants
San Francisco Giants
Episode: Zack Minasian explains why his upbringing makes him ideal Giants GM
Greg Johnson
Member of the ownership group of the San Francisco Giants
San Francisco Giants
Episode: Buster Posey excited by president of baseball ops role, shares what he wants in Giants’ next GM

Hosts

Alex Pavlovic
Giants Insider and veteran sports journalist.
Cole Kuiper
Co-host and sports broadcaster with a strong fan connection.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 1.1k ratings
  • Better without Cole

    Baseball only! Don’t care about your personal lives

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Duckhunter44
    United Statesa month ago
  • Foolhardy!

    What is your argument for the batting the two lightest hitters in the lineup Bailey (.637 OPS) and Jung Ho Lee (.641 OPS) ahead of Tyler Fitzgerald (.831 OPS) who was by far the best offensive player on the team last year with his speed and power?

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    80'sVillager
    United States3 months ago
  • Sound quality

    Why is the sound quality so amateurish? Was this recorded in his kitchen?

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    screw you and your nickname
    United States3 months ago
  • Spring Training

    Great interview. Love your chemistry. Love that Cole is a true fan and that Alex is a realist. Love you guys

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kristie2u
    United States3 months ago
  • Permanently replace Cole with Laura

    Laura adds much more to the conversation than Cole and is not nearly as annoying. Replace Cole with Laura

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    JJS4Giants
    United States5 months ago

Listeners Say

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Fans enjoy the guest interviews that provide unique perspectives from players and coaches, adding depth to the discussions.
Listeners appreciate the engaging chemistry between the hosts, particularly the balance of analytics and fandom.
Many fans commend the timely insights and insider knowledge shared throughout episodes.
Some feedback mentions sound quality issues and requests for better audio equipment, suggesting areas for improvement in production.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#34
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#60
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#89
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#25
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#39
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#46
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Giants win road series vs. Cubs, Ron Wotus discusses how things are looking in Triple-A Sacramento
Q: How does a player typically handle being sent down to Triple-A?
Players can either pout and let their numbers tank or come back determined to prove they belong in the majors; Kyle Harrison appears to be handling it the right way.
Giants win road series vs. Cubs, Ron Wotus discusses how things are looking in Triple-A Sacramento
Q: Did Kyle Harrison's performance look different compared to the spring?
Yes, he showed improved velocity and command, indicating readiness for the major leagues.
Why Bob Melvin felt it was necessary to shake up Giants' lineup
Q: What changes have you seen from Camilo Deval this season?
Melvin notes that Doval has struggled with command at times but has been strong against lefties and righties in recent outings, which bodes well for future closure opportunities.
Why Bob Melvin felt it was necessary to shake up Giants' lineup
Q: Bob, the lineup changes are the talk of the town. What all goes into making that type of a decision? Is it just stats-based?
Bob Melvin explains that lineup changes can be a mix of field assessments and necessity, often indicating that it may just be time for a change.
Takeaways from Giants' first month of the 2025 season
Q: Which current Giants pitcher would be most likely to throw a perfect game?
Alex suggested Robbie Ray because he has nights where he's unhittable but can also struggle with command, while Cole included Hayden Birdsong as a dark horse with potential.

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This show offers in-depth coverage and analysis of the San Francisco Giants, examining player dynamics, team strategies, and the intricacies of the game. Noteworthy segments include interviews with players, coaches, and front-office personnel, providing an insider's view on the life and challenges of being part of a Major League Baseball team. The conversations often intersect humor and realism, making it accessible not only for hardcore fans but also for casual listeners looking to learn more about the sport and the team's journey through the season.

Episodes frequently feature discussions about player performances, roster decisions, and the team's competitive position within the league. The engaging chemistry of the hosts lends itself to... more

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1. Ron Wotus
2. Ryan Walker
3. Willy Adames
4. JP Martinez
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7. Perry Minasian
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