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Doval goes ice cold against Angels, Wisely’s future amidst Ahmed’s return
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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…
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Slater rewards Giants’ trust, far-too-early MLB trade deadline discussions
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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? (…
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Ramos’ continued impact, Webb’s All-Star résumé and Flores’ resurgence
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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 o…
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Examining Ramos’ All-Star chance, Slater’s return from injury and Matos back in Sacramento
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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:…
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Analyzing Doval’s consistency, Snell’s latest injury; One-on-one with Bob Melvin
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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 perf…
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Evaluating Wade’s injury, Harrison's 2024 performance so far and Yankees series preview
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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 Phill…
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Bailey’s growing importance, Wisely’s instant impact and more Giants' road trip observations
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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…
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Analyzing wild Giants-Pirates series, youth movement’s impact and Snell’s return from injury
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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…
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Giants’ youth movement, Chapman’s breakout and other takeaways from big weekend
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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 ma…
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Examining which Giants could help turn season around amid slew of injuries
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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 update…
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Analyzing Lee’s shoulder injury, potential prospect call-ups to spark Giants’ season
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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 …
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Kuip returns to break down Giants’ early struggles, how to get season back on track
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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 …
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Analyzing Giants’ injury issues; silver linings from tough start to season
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Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper break down the impact of the injuries to both Patrick Bailey and Tom Murphy, the struggles Matt Chapman is having both at the plate and defensively and what to make of the recent struggles of the starting rotation. (1:30) Bailey lands on IL (7:10) Would Bart solve the Giants’ current problem? (13:10) Giants drop series…
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Solving Blake Snell’s rotation spot problems, how Giants break out on offense
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Giants analyst Shawn Estes joins Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper to discuss what he has seen from Blake Snell this season, when you know a minor leaguer is ready for the big leagues and what to make of Camilo Doval’s start to the season. Plus, Alex and Cole break down the offensive struggles facing the team and what the Giants need to do with Blake S…
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Examining Giants’ top-tier starting rotation, how to improve offensive impact
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Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper break down the Giants’ starting rotation and what makes it so good, how the offense can improve despite its subpar performance so far and look ahead to the long road trip. (1:30) Yaz upping production after slow start (7:10) Giants’ starting pitching finding form (12:10) Is Bailey the Giants' most clutch hitter? (18:14…
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Analyzing Snell’s IL stint, Webb’s hot start and Bart’s return to Oracle Park
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Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper break down the impact Blake Snell’s IL stint will have on the Giants’ season, when fans can expect Snell to return and why Logan Webb is the ideal leader for San Francisco. Plus, Alex and Cole look ahead to the upcoming series against the Pirates and Joey Bart’s return to the Bay Area. (1:30) Snell headed to IL (8:10) …
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Sergio Romo on ‘dangerous’ Giants, Core Four and joining NBC Sports Bay Area
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Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper are joined by new Giants pre/post analyst Sergio Romo to discuss his excitement about joining NBC Sports Bay Area, why he sees the orange and black as a dangerous team and how he would perform in today's MLB. Plus, Alex and Cole break down Blake Snell’s struggles and the new lights at Oracle Park. (1:30) Snell again st…
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Brandon Crawford on life after Giants, his MLB future and relationship with Logan Webb
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Brandon Crawford joins Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper to discuss why he signed with the Cardinals, how different it feels not being in a Giants uniform and what his MLB future could hold. Plus, Alex and Cole discuss the Giants' series win over the Marlins and preview the upcoming series against the Diamondbacks. (1:30) Giants take two of three from …
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How to right Snell’s early season struggles, Giants’ slow start to the season
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Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper break down Blake Snell’s early season struggles, how the Giants can turn around their offensive failures with runners in scoring position and the upcoming series with the Marlins. (1:30) Giants' struggles continue versus Rays (7:10) What to make of Snell’s early struggles (14:22) How can Giants right their mistakes? (2…
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Examining possible lineup tweaks, big weekend for Webb, Snell vs. Rays
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Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper break down the Giants' first homestand of the season, why some lineup tweaks could spark the offense and the plethora of stolen bases given up by San Francisco. Plus, Alex and Cole look at the in-park experience at Oracle Park and preview the upcoming series with the Rays. (1:30) Giants’ city connect jerseys still unav…
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Analyzing Giants’ offensive struggles, Jordan Hicks' hot start
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Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper break down the Giants' struggles at the plate to begin the season, what that could mean for the roster moving forward and why Jordan Hicks' start to the campaign is sustainable. Plus, Alex and Cole preview the upcoming series with the Nationals and Blake Snell's Giants debut. (1:05) Giants take two of three from Padres…
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Kuip returns to discuss Giants’ ‘really good’ playoff chances, Hicks' potential and Soler’s power
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Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper break down the Giants' start to the season, some concerns they see from Mike Yastrzemski-Austin Slater platoon and the team trading Joey Bart to the Pirates. Then, Duane Kuiper stops by to discuss San Francisco’s “really good” playoff chances and share some bold predictions for the season. (1:05) Dodgers sweep Giants i…
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Examining decision to DFA Bart, Giants-Padres takeaways and Dodgers series preview
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Alex Pavlovic and Laura Britt discuss what the future could hold for Joey Bart after the Giants decided to designate the former first-round pick for assignment, and the main takeaways from San Francisco's series split in San Diego. Plus, they wrap the podcast by previewing the upcoming Dodgers series and look ahead at potential pitching matchups. (…
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Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss the Giants' opening series against the San Diego Padres, what San Francisco's opening day roster looks like and what the team's ceiling is. Plus, Alex and Cole share their bold predictions for the 2024 Giants, and reveal their predictions for the 2024 MLB season. (1:05) Analyzing the Giants’ opening day roster …
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Logan Webb on his growing leadership role, Kyle Harrison’s potential and 2024 season goals
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Alex Pavlovic and Laura Britt are joined by Logan Webb to break down how his unique leadership style has evolved, the growth he sees in Kyle Harrison and his personal goals for the upcoming 2024 campaign. Plus, Alex and Cole Kuiper discuss when Blake Snell could make his Giants debut and Pablo Sandoval's MLB career. (1:05) Snell’s personality makin…
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