Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss the Giants’ slow start to the second half, why it seems destined San Francisco will sell at the trade deadline and which veterans could be on the move next week. Plus, Robbie Ray joined Alex and Laura Britt back in Spring Training to discuss the trade sending him to San Francisco and his immediate fit in the locker room. (1:10) Giants drop second straight series after All-Star break  (7:50) Are the Giants now sellers at the deadline?  (13:50) Ray...

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss the Giants’ bumpy start to the second half of the season, what the philosophy should be as the trade deadline approaches and how the upcoming series with the Dodgers can either make or break San Francisco’s playoff aspirations. (1:10) Giants drop series to Rockies (7:50) Should Giants be sellers at the trade deadline? (16:50) Harrison shines in first outing since break (21:20) Takeaways from the Giants' 2025 schedule (25:22) How impactful will the...

On this episode of “Giants Talk,” Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic peer ahead to the second half of the season and make several bold predictions.

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss the Giants' weekend series with the Twins, why getting off to a good start in the second half is a must and revisit their bold predictions from the beginning of the season. Then, Javy Lopez stops by to break down his memorable moments from his career and joining the Wall of Fame. (1:10) Correa gets mixed reception at Oracle Park (7:50) Revisiting this season's bold predictions (12:50) Who will be NL Rookie of the Year? (18:20) How many wins will the...

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper break down the Giants' struggles against the Blue Jays, what the trade deadline could look like if the struggles continue and if any free-agent signings from last year could be on the move. Then, Alex and Laura Britt are joined by Jeremy Affeldt and Sergio Romo to discuss the Core Four’s impact and joining the Wall of Fame this weekend. (1:10) Giants struggle against Blue Jays (6:50) Snell shines in return from injury (12:50) Ahmed designated for...

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper break down the impact Austin Slater’s trade to the Cincinnati Reds will have on Luis Matos’ playing time, Logan Webb and Heliot Ramos’ first MLB All-Star Game selections, and Kevin Gausman's return with the Toronto Blue Jays. Plus, which other veterans could be on the move before the MLB trade deadline? (3:10) Slater traded to the Reds  (6:22) Remembering Slater’s impact in the Bay  (12:50) Webb, Ramos selected to NL All-Star roster (18:20) Was Matt Chapman...

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...

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper are joined by Duane Kuiper to discuss the Giants’ series win over the Dodgers, which player returning from the IL will make the biggest impact and to share his memories with two legends, Willie Mays and Orlando Cepeda. (3:10) Soler starting to break out for Giants (12:22) What is Wisely’s ceiling? (17:50) Looking ahead at the Giants’ schedule (23:20) Kuip shares his memories with Mays and Cepeda (30:08) Kuip remembers calling a game with Mays (34:23) Which...

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper break down the Giants' bounce back against the Cubs, when fans can expect Blake Snell and LaMonte Wade Jr. to return from injury and the interesting results from the MLB All-Star Game voting. Plus, Alex and Cole look ahead to the upcoming Dodgers series and discuss what the team needs to do to stay afloat. (1:30) Giants take series from Cubs  (6:10) Breaking down Birdsong’s debut  (15:22) Do the Giants need more bullpen games?  (21:50) When will Snell, Ray...

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper break down the Giants’ disastrous road trip, the ongoing issues with their starting rotation and when they can expect Blake Snell and Kyle Harrison to return. Plus, Alex and Cole look at the Giants' weakness on the base paths and if the offense can overcome the pitching woes. (1:30) Giants swept by Cardinals (6:10) Should Giants be stealing more bases? (16:22) Is this rock bottom for the Giants season? (21:50) What is Snell’s return timeline? (28:00)...

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper break down the Giants' Rickwood experience, why MLB should start implementing this more and share their memories of Willie Mays. Then, Alex and Cole turn their attention to the play on the field, including Heliot Ramos’ continued All-Star play and Brandon Crawford facing his former team for the first time. (1:30) Alex and Cole remember Willie Mays (5:10) Breaking down the Rickwood experience (16:22) When will Wade Jr. return from injury? (21:50) Will Ramos be...

Alex Pavlovic and Laura Britt are joined by former Giants Brandon Crawford, Hunter Pence and Jake Peavy to discuss Willie Mays’ impact on baseball and their careers. Plus, hear from NBC Sports Bay Area analyst Randy Winn on meeting Mays for the first time, and broadcaster Dave Flemming discussing the legacy Mays leaves behind. (2:30) Peavy shares his favorite memory of Mays (5:10) Winn reflects on his time spent with Mays (8:22) Pence remembers his first meeting with Mays (12:50) Crawford...

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss Camilo Doval’s late-game struggles and whether Bob Melvin should have thrown the Giants closer in with a 13-2 lead heading into the ninth inning against the Angels on Sunday. Plus, Alex and Cole break down Brett Wisely’s future and Spencer Bivens' unique path to the majors. (0:50) Giants-Angels retrospective (7:45) Can Jorge Soler get it going after a big home run on Sunday? (14:30) Making sense of Doval’s late-game struggles (20:50) Bivens' MLB...

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss Austin Slater’s resiliency after a tough start to the season, question when Jorge Soler and Blake Snell will have their breakthrough moments for the Giants, and look ahead to the MLB trade deadline. (0:42) Slater looked “confident” against Astros (6:52) When will Soler & Snell have their breakthrough moments? (13:00) Making sense of Giants fans booing Jose Altuve (16:35) Giants injury updates (25:50) Far-too-early MLB trade deadline...

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper break down Logan Webb’s All-Star candidacy, why Heliot Ramos shows no signs of slowing down and the changes the starting rotation needs after its early season struggles. Plus, Alex and Cole preview the upcoming series against the Astros and the return of Mauricio Dubón. (1:30) Giants wrap up road trip with series win over Rangers (6:10) Will Webb be an All-Star this year? (12:22) Has the starting rotation underperformed? (17:50) Why Ramos is here for the long...

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper break down if Heliot Ramos could be the Giants' representative at this year's MLB All-Star Game and what to make of Luis Matos being sent back down to Sacramento after Austin Slater's return, and then wrap the podcast by previewing the upcoming Rangers series. (1:30) Giants win final game of series vs. Diamondbacks (8:10) Could Ramos be an All-Star this year? (17:22) Slater returns from IL as Matos heads back to Sac (24:50) Have the Giants done right by their...

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper are joined by Giants manager Bob Melvin to discuss the plethora of injuries facing the team this season, the spark the younger guys have added filling in and how he plans to manage the workload of Kyle Harrison and Jordan Hicks moving forward. Plus, Alex and Cole recap the Yankees series and look at Camilo Doval’s performance and the impact Blake Snell’s injury could have on the season.  (1:30) Judge, Yankees sweep Giants at Oracle Park (8:10) Do Giants need to...

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper break down the Giants' series win over the Phillies, if Kyle Harrison has lived up to expectations this season and the impact LaMonte Wade Jr.’s injury will have on the team. Plus, Alex and Cole turn their attention to the upcoming Yankees series to reminisce about some old friends. (1:30) Giants take series over Phillies at Oracle Park (9:10) How valuable are the bullpen starts? (14:22) Has Harrison exceeded expectations this year? (21:50) Wade out with...

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper break down the Giants' series win over the Mets, Patrick Bailey’s emergence as a needed bat in the lineup and if Brett Wisely can continue his impact in the majors. Plus, Alex and Cole turn their attention to the upcoming series with the Phillies and Yankees. (1:30) Giants reach .500 on road trip (9:10) Bailey emerging as a impact hitter (14:22) Wisely shines in New York (21:50) Future of Giants' shortstop position (27:47) Previewing upcoming Phillies...

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper break down the Giants’ improbable series win over the Pirates, the immediate impact San Francisco’s youth movement is having on the field and if Reggie Crawford could be joining the major leagues any time soon. Plus, Alex and Cole break down Blake Snell’s return from injury and preview the upcoming series with the Mets. (1:30) Giants take series from Pirates (7:10) Can Luciano solve his defensive woes? (14:22) Snell struggles in return from injury (21:50)...

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper break down the Giants' sweep of the Rockies, what the youth movement showed over the weekend and if it's sustainable for the remainder of the season. Plus, Alex and Cole discuss Jung Hoo Lee’s season-ending injury before Giants analyst George Kontos joins the show to discuss the season and challenges of reaching the major leagues. (1:30) Giants sweep Rockies at Oracle Park (6:10) Matos continues to shine for Giants (15:10) Is the Giants' offensive output...

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss the latest updates surrounding Jung Hoo Lee’s shoulder injury, what this could mean for the future of the Giants’ organization and Patrick Bailey’s latest stint on the IL. Plus, Alex and Cole discuss their takeaways from the Dodgers series and which Giants could help turn the season around. (1:30) Latest updates on Lee’s shoulder injury (9:10) How can Giants turn their season around? (15:10) Recapping the Giants-Dodgers series (24:14) Webb regains...

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper break down Jung Hoo Lee’s shoulder injury against the Reds, the impact it will have on the season overall and which prospects the team should call up to spark the Giants’ offense. Plus, Alex and Cole discuss Blake Snell’s latest rehab outing and the upcoming series with the Dodgers. (1:30) Lee sustains shoulder injury against Reds (9:10) Who is the next prospect to be called up? (15:10) Takeaways from Giants-Reds (23:14) Snell makes start in...

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper are joined by Duane Kuiper to break down the Giants’ continued struggles this season, the different ways the team can improve and how different Bob Melvin will handle it compared to Gabe Kapler last year. Plus, Monte Poole caught with former Giants GM Brian Sabean to discuss his success in San Francisco and his recent enshrinement into the Bay Area Sports Hall of Fame.  (1:30) Giants win series in Denver  (7:10) Soler heads to IL with shoulder injury  (13:10)...