With spring training officially underway, “Giants Talk” hosts Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss how the atmosphere at camp feels different with Bob Melvin at the helm. Plus, Laura Britt has the opportunity to chat with former Giants player and current assistant coach Matt Williams about returning to the Bay and what makes Melvin such a special coach. (1:56) Pavlovic’s takeaways from spring training (5:16) First impressions of Jung Hoo Lee (12:12) How Jorge Soler impacts the Giants’...

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper break down the reported signing of Jorge Soler, what Soler can bring to the offense and why this could be the start of a series of moves for the Giants. Plus, Pavs looks back at the offseason and shares his main takeaways while he was on assignment. (2:36) Giants reportedly agree to terms with Soler (9:35) Recapping the offseason for Pavs (17:36) Will the Giants make more moves? (22:09) Is Harrison the secret to the rotation's success? (30:22) Pavs'...

Cole Kuiper and Laura Britt break down Robbie Ray’s comments on his rehab and why they show positive signs for the Giants, why a reunion between San Francisco and Brandon Crawford isn’t in the cards and other former Giants on the move this week. (4:35) Ray on his current rehab from Tommy John (9:36) Will Stripling have a bounce-back season? (15:36) Crawford unlikely to return to the Giants (22:09) Pederson set to join Diamondbacks See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and...

Cole Kuiper and Laura Britt break down Jordan Hicks’ introductory press conference, what the plan is to get Hicks into the starting rotation and if free agency should have a deadline. Plus, Cole and Laura share their expectations for the Giants and discuss what it would take for the upcoming season to be a success. (4:35) Giants officially announce Hicks  (9:36) How will being a starer affect Hicks’ stuff?  (14:36) Baker officially back with Giants organization   (19:09) Should there be a...

Cole Kuiper and Laura Britt break down the reported signing of Jordan Hicks and his impact on the pitching staff, if San Francisco now is out on Blake Snell and the impact Dusty Baker will have rejoining the Giants organization. (1:35) Giants reportedly sign Jordan Hicks (8:36) Are the Giants still in on Snell? (13:36) Davis, Giants can’t agree to arbitration deal (20:22) Impact Dusty Baker will have on organization See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy...

Cole Kuiper and Laura Britt are joined by Duane Kuiper to break down how Jung Hoo Lee can become the face of the Giants organization, why the wait for Robbie Ray might be worth it and where the Giants need to focus next this offseason. (1:35) Giants acquire Ray from Seattle (7:36) Does the Ray acquisition rule out Snell? (13:36) Will Harrison be on the Opening Day roster? (18:09) Kuip on what Ray will bring to the Giants (23:22) What will Giants get from Lee? (26:33) Kuip on who else...

Cole Kuiper and Laura Britt break down some areas the Giants need to improve next season, why Jung Hoo Lee could be the fix for both the offense and the defense and why Bob Melvin joining San Francisco will be a major change for the daily lineups. Plus, Cole and Laura look back on the 2023 season and share what stood out most. (1:35) Looking back at the 2023 season (9:36) Is Lee the key to the Giants’ offensive struggles? (13:36) How can Giants improve their defense? (19:09) Will Melvin...

Cole Kuiper and Laura Britt discuss where the Giants need to turn their attention after losing out on some big-name free agents, why Joey Bart’s time in San Francisco most likely is over, and why the team needs to acquire a big-name player in free agency or through the trade market. (1:35) Giants agree to terms with new backup catcher (9:36) What does the future hold for Bart? (18 :36) Where should Giants shift their attention in free agency? (22:09) Are the Giants active in the trade...

Cole Kuiper and Laura Britt examine the breaking news of Yoshinobu Yamamoto joining the Dodgers on a 12-year deal, what this means for MLB as a whole and where the Giants turn to next in their search for starting pitching.  (1:35) Yamamoto, Dodgers agree on 12-year deal  (6:36) Is this good or bad for baseball?  (11:40) Offseason winners and losers  (17:36) What reputation do the Giants have in MLB?  (22:09) Giants’ next free agent targets  See Privacy Policy at...

Cole Kuiper and Laura Britt break down the immediate impact Jung Hoo Lee can have on the entire Giants organization, when and where Yoshinobu Yamamoto will sign in free agency and possibl backup plans for the Giants. Plus, Cole and Laura dive into Buster Posey's comments and explain why they were taken out of context. (1:35) Lee's personality shines through in press conference (6:36) Is Lee now the face of the franchise? (15:40) Dodgers trade for Glasnow, extend him for five years (21:36)...

Laura Britt is joined by new center fielder Jung Hoo Lee to discuss why it always has been a "dream" to play for the Giants, explain his father’s influence on his love for baseball and share how he plans to prepare for spring training. He also sends a message to all Giants fans. (1:35) Lee introduced as a Giant on Friday (5:36) Lee says it has been a “dream” to play for the Giants (9:40) Lee reveals his first goal with the Giants (15:36) Lee shares his message to Giants fans See Privacy...

Cole Kuiper and Laura Britt discuss the reported contract agreement with Jung Hoo Lee, how he will improve both the offense and the defense and why this could be just the start of their offseason signings. Plus, which prospects could be on the move in the trade market? (1:35) Giants reportedly agree to terms with Jung Hoo Lee (5:36) Where can Lee improve the Giants’ offense? (9:40) Other positions of need for the Giants (15:36) Predicting the Giants' next move See Privacy Policy at...

Cole Kuiper and Laura Britt are joined by Duane Kuiper to share his reaction to Shohei Ohtani joining the Los Angeles Dodgers, where the Giants should turn their attention and why the trade market could be the solution. Plus, Cole and Laura look at the big-name free agents and which ones fit best in San Francisco. (1:35) Ohtani contract details start to leak (6:36) How does the Ohtani contract differ from others? (15:40) Is it Yamamoto or bust now for the Giants? (22:36) Possible...

Cole Kuiper and Laura Britt react to the breaking news of Shohei Ohtani agreeing to terms with the Dodgers on a 10-year, $700 million contract, how the Giants move forward in free agency and discuss the silver lining of Ohtani joining the NL West. (1:35) Ohtani chooses Dodgers (6:36) What’s next for the Giants? (11:40) How close was the Giants' offer? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Laura Britt is joined by the Giants manager Bob Melvin to break down the addition of Matt Williams to his coaching staff, where the team needs to improve this offseason and getting to know the players on the roster. Plus, former Giant and current MLB Network analyst Jake Peavy stops by to discuss Logan Webb's importance and how San Francisco can improve its roster. (1:35) Ohtani watch still ongoing (4:25) Melvin on his coaching staff (7:16) Melvin details where the Giants need to...

Laura Britt is joined by Giants president of baseball operations Farhan Zaidi to break down the team's philosophy going into the MLB Winter Meetings, potential trades and the players he sees the team building around. Then, MLB Network’s Jon Morosi stops by to discuss what he sees as the Giants' biggest needs this offseason and the instant impact that new manager Bob Melvin will have on the team's free-agent pursuits. (1:35) Farhan on the Giants’ free agency philosophy (5:36) Farhan on the...

Cole Kuiper and Laura Britt break down what they want to see from the Giants next week during the MLB Winter Meetings, the recent moves in free agency and why some players are taking free agency slower than others. Plus, what is it like behind the scenes at the Winter Meetings? (3:05) Evaluating the free agency landscape   (9:40) Yamamoto reportedly taking time for free-agency decision  (15:36) Correa, Albernaz head to Cleveland   (24:36) Wish list for the Winter Meetings   See Privacy...

Cole Kuiper and Laura Britt break down which positions on the roster need to be strengthened, the possible free agents that could fill those voids and how Bob Melvin’s history could play a role. Plus, Cole and Laura share what they are thankful for in the world of Giants baseball. (2:05) Slater, Yastrzemski agree to new deals with Giants (9:40) Which Giants are arbitration eligible? (12:36) What are positions of need for San Francisco? (20:36) Potential free-agent outfield...

Cole Kuiper and Laura Britt break down Shohei Ohtani’s free agency and if the star has any interest in joining the Giants, Bob Melvin’s coaching staff announcement and some potential big names San Francisco could try and trade for. (3:05) Giants announce new coaching staff (9:40) What impact will Burrell have as hitting coach? (16:36) Albernaz set to join Guardians' staff (24:36) Does Ohtani have interest in the Giants? (30:10) Could the Giants trade for Trout, other big-name? See...

Cole Kuiper and Laura Britt are joined by new Giants manager Bob Melvin to break down the San Francisco’s priorities in free agency, what his coaching staff could potentially look like and why he sees great things for the youth on the roster. (1:05) Giants announce new roster moves (6:40) Conforto staying with Giants for 2024 season (11:36) Bailey snubbed of Gold Glove (17:36) MLB manager shakeup (28:10) Melvin on what his staff could look like (35:09) Melvin discusses the importance of...

Cole Kuiper and Laura Britt are joined by Duane Kuiper to break down the Giants hiring Bob Melvin as their new manager, Farhan Zaidi’s contract extension and the potential impact Melvin will have on San Francisco’s free-agent hunt. Plus, Cole and Laura look ahead to what Melvin’s coaching staff could look like and if some coaches will stay after Gabe Kapler’s exit. (1:05) Immediate impact of Melvin’s hire (7:40) Looking at Melvin’s potential staff (16:36) Kuip on Melvin’s “perfect fit”...

Carlos Ramirez and Shawn Estes react to the breaking news surrounding Bob Melvin and the Giants, what Melvin will bring to the organization and the importance of the reported hire's timing. Plus, the guys look at how Melvin’s managerial style will differ from Gabe Kapler and break down some potential players San Francisco should target this offseason. (1:05) Melvin reportedly accepts job as Giants manager (6:40) What is the value of a manager being a former catcher? (14:36) Will Melvin...

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss the recent reports surrounding Bob Melvin and the Giants, what Melvin could bring to the team as manager and how all signs lead to him being the front runner for the job. Plus, Cole and Alex answer some mail bag questions about the offseason and what to expect. (1:05) Melvin set to interview for Giants manager (6:40) Would the Giants need to trade for Melvin? (14:36) Could Melvin help lure free agents? (19:50) Rangers force Game 7 vs. Astros (27:50)...

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper break down how Giants’ fans should feel about the postseason success of Bruce Bochy and Bryce Harper, why missing out on Harper is the free-agent miss that hurts the most and the latest in the team's search for a new manager. (1:05) Bochy leads Rangers to ALCS (8:40) How would Giants be if Bochy stayed in SF? (14:36) Should the Giants worry about the Dodgers next season? (23:50) Revisiting the Giants-Harper free-agency talks (27:50) Nakken, Correa interview...

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss which moves the Giants will need to make at the start of this offseason, and which players they think won't be returning next season. 1:15 – Guys with team/player options 11:20 – Giants arbitration-eligible players 18:06 – Free agent preview 35:11 – Mailbag questions! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.