Giants Talk: A San Francisco Giants Podcast NBC Sports Bay Area

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss the Giants' disappointing series against the Reds, what to expect from Yermin Mercedes after his promotion and which San Francisco players' performances went under the radar. Plus, Alex and Cole turn their attention to the minors and reveal which prospects fans should keep an eye on.

(1:39) Giants drop series to Reds

(8:28) Recapping the Pederson/Pham feud

(13:10) Mercedes called up from Triple-A

(18:01) Is Harrison the Giants' best prospect?

(24:48) Underrated players of the week

(28:10) Previewing the Giants' week ahead

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Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss the Giants' recent string of walk-off losses, if their faith in the bullpen has been shaken and why fans should still feel good about San Francisco’s starting pitching. Plus, Alex and Cole look ahead to which Giants could make the All-Star team and the much-anticipated arrival of Tommy Pham this weekend at Oracle Park.

(1:39) Giants suffer three straight walk-off losses

(8:28) Discussing Doval’s glove toss Tuesday night

(13:10) Is Crawford the Giants’ iron man?

(21:10) Which Giants will make the All-Star team?

(32:48) Pham, Reds head to Oracle Park this weekend

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Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss the Giants’ continued offensive struggles, the effect those struggles have on the rest of the team and if San Francisco needs to add another reliever to the bullpen. Plus, Alex and Cole weigh in on the addition of Yermin Mercedes and take a look at the minor leagues and detail which prospects are ones to keep an eye on. 

(1:39) Giants claim Mercedes off waivers  

(8:28) Will Mercedes stay on the Giants' roster?  

(13:10) Do the Giants need to add another reliever?  

(18:10) How can Giants break out of offensive slump?  

(24:39) Looking at the Giants' minor leagues  

(28:48) Giants head to Atlanta to face the Braves  

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Duane Kuiper joins Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper to discuss Brandon Crawford’s career with the Giants, if there will be another player to follow in Crawford’s footsteps and Brandon Belt’s return from injury. Plus, Alex and Cole discuss the Giants’ upcoming roster decisions and what the future holds for Luis Gonzalez 

(1:39) Giants take series from Royals after sweeping Dodgers

(5:28) Kapler on the Giants’ inconsistent offense 

(11:10) What will happen to Gonzalez when Giants get healthy?   

(21:10) Previewing Giants-Pirates series  

(26:38) When will Bart play in the minors?   

(34:48) Kuip on Crawford’s Giants career  

(38:40) Kuip discusses Belt’s unique rehab

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Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss the Giants’ weekend sweep of the Dodgers, how the bullpen flashed its massive potential and why this could be the turning point for the season. Plus, Alex and Cole update some Giants’ injuries before celebrating the tenth anniversary of Matt Cain’s perfect game.

(1:39) Giants sweep Dodgers for first time since 2016

(10:28) Are the Giants a lock for the playoffs?

(18:10) When will Bart be back in the majors?

(26:10) Updating Junis, Belt injuries

(34:38) Cain on his memorable pregame before his perfect game

(37:48) Cain shares how his perfect game changed his life

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Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper are joined by Duane Kuiper to discuss the next steps for Joey Bart after his recent demotion, the upcoming showdown between the Giants and Dodgers and provide an update on the numerous injuries on San Francisco’s roster.

(1:39) What are the next steps for Bart?

(7:28) Comparing Bart’s struggles to others across MLB

(17:10) Updating the Giants' numerous injuries

(26:10) Kuip weighs in on Bart’s demotion

(30:38) Kuip previews the upcoming Giants-Dodgers series

(33:48) Kuip reminisces about Cain’s perfect game

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