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Comparing Giants' preseason projections to what actually happened: 1B, 2B, 3B, SS from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants, Ben Kaspick looks back on FanGraphs preseason positional power rankings, which included projections for every team at every position, and how those compared to what act...

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Giants Dominate, Promote Top Prospects from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Madison Bumgarner and Mike Yastrzemski stole the show in a dominant win over the Phillies, and Joey Bart, Heliot Ramos, and Sean Hjelle were promoted to Double-A Richmond. Other topics discussed in...

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Checking in on Ben's postseason predictions from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, Ben Kaspick talks about the 2020 MLB postseason. He goes back and reviews the predictions he made prior to the postseason and sees where things went right and w...

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Insult to Injury from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

The Giants were swept by the Nationals and may have lost Steven Duggar to another significant shoulder injury. If Duggar has to go on the IL, who will be called up to take his place? Learn more abo...

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Key offseason dates and deadlines for the Giants from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, Ben Kaspick discusses the Giants' upcoming offseason and its key dates and deadlines. For five days after the World Series ends, the Giants will have exclusive ...

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Goodbye Joe Panik from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

In a predicable yet jarring move, the Giants DFA'd their struggling second baseman Joe Panik. We look back on his iconic contributions to the franchise, and explain why the move was difficult but u...

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Giants mailbag: How will the pandemic affect the free agent and trade markets? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, Ben Kaspick answers questions from listeners about a range of topics related to the San Francisco Giants. Among the questions asked and answered are: What’s you...

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Roster Shakeup Necessary? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

The Giants have gone ice cold with the bats—is a roster shakeup needed? Connor Menez will be recalled from Triple-A to make his second major league start tonight, but do the Giants need to bring up...

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Inbox: What would you consider a successful 2021 season for the Giants? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick answers questions from listeners about what to expect from the Giants this offseason and next year. He talks about the fit of free agents Didi ...

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Their Second Consecutive Series Loss from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

The Giants have a -17 run differential since July 18, as their bats and starters have gone cold. Bruce Bochy made a questionable decision that loomed large on Friday, the Giants had a clutch comeba...

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Handing out grades for the 2020 Giants from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick hands out grades for the 2020 Giants. He looks at how Gabe Kapler fared in his first season as Giants manager. Kapler, replacing the legendary ...

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Offense, Young Starters Leaking Oil as Roster Decisions Loom from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Dereck Rodriguez was roughed up in three innings of work and was critical of how he's been handled. The offense continued to struggle. A flurry of moves could happen today; could Joe Panik's Giants...

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The Giants were the majors' most improved offense in 2020 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks about how no team improved more offensively than the 2020 Giants. He also talks about how their pitchers fared from a numbers perspective...

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Giants Win Again After Dizzying Deadline from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Mere hours after striking five dizzying deals, the Giants won again thanks to a strong start by Samardzija and an offensive explosion in the 6th. Alex Dickerson was played on the IL and Sam Selman ...

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The Giants' offensive improvement was dramatic, and it can't be explained by changes to Oracle Park from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks about the Giants' dramatic offensive improvement in 2020. While some had attributed their improvements to changes to their home ballpark,...

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Giants Make Five Trades; Bum and Smith Stay from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

The Giants didn't trade Madison Bumgarner or Will Smith, but they dealt from their bullpen depth in a big way, shipping out Sam Dyson, Mark Melancon, Drew Pomeranz, and Ray Black. They also acquire...

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Giants prospects report to Scottsdale for vital development in fall Instructional League from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks about the San Francisco Giants prospects headed to the fall Instructional League in Arizona. There was no minor league season in 2020, so...

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Rumors Swirling as Trade Deadline Arrives from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

The Giants are involved in multiple significant discussions as the trade deadline is just hours away. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Zaidi sees progress in 2020, says goal is 'to be a playoff team next year' from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks about the San Francisco Giants' postmortem press conference involving President of Baseball Operations Farhan Zaidi, Manager Gabe Kapler,...

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Answering Your Questions as Trade Deadline Looms from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Answering questions about Dickerson's BABIP, Bumgarner's next contract, Pillar and Panik's future with the Giants, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Who are the Giants' free agents, and who's coming back? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks about the status of the Giants' roster. Who are their impending free agents? Who's already signed for next year? Who's arbitration eligib...

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Seven Straight Series Wins from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

The Giants won their seventh consecutive series, and the time for evaluation is almost over as the trade deadline looms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Giants' season ends in heartbreak, but it was ultimately a success from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks about the San Francisco Giants' disappointing season-ending series loss to the San Diego Padres. The Giants ended up missing the postseas...

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Answering Questions About Trade Rumors, Bum, Tony Kemp, Matt Duffy, and More from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

You asked, we answered! Another episode devoted to your #SFGiants questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Giants lose heartbreaker vs. Rockies, but remain in playoff position entering final weekend from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks about the San Francisco Giants' devastating loss to the Colorado Rockies on Thursday afternoon. The Giants had the Rockies' starter on th...

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The Biggest Mistake They Can Make from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

The Giants have played their way into playoff contention, but Farhan Zaidi will still look to avoid this mistake at the trade deadline. An article in The Athletic that predicts Madison Bumgarner's ...

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Du-bomb! Dubón's blast, Webb's strong outing following opener propel Giants into playoff position from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks about the San Francisco Giants' 7-2 win over the Colorado Rockies last night. Caleb Baragar started the game as an opener, and had a 1-2-...

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They Refuse to Lose from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Another day, another Giants win. This was supposed to be Madison Bumgarner's final home start, but the script has flipped in a hurry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adch...

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Kapler's moves pay off again as Giants move closer to playoff position from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks about the San Francisco Giants' much-needed win over the Colorado Rockies on Tuesday night. Drew Smyly was on the mound for the Giants an...

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A Winning Team from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Austin Slater and Joe Panik had huge hits as the Giants overcame some questionable managerial decisions to win again. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Cueto struggles vs. Rox, but Giants remain in thick of wild card race from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks about the San Francisco Giants' 7-2 loss to the Colorado Rockies and what it means for the Giants' postseason chances. Johnny Cueto start...

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The Kids Are Alright from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Mike Yastrzemski, Connor Menez, Zach Green, and Tyler Beede came up huge as the Giants continued their winning ways over the weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adch...

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Giants enter season's final week on cusp of playoff position from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks about the San Francisco Giants' weekend series against the A's, and how they enter the season's final week on the cusp of playoff positio...

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Bumgarner Brilliant as Giants Win Again Despite Questionable Decision in 7th from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Madison Bumgarner was brilliant over 9 innings, and the Giants won again despite a questionable decision in the 7th. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Resilient Giants overcome deficit, injury, ejection to sweep Mariners from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks about the San Francisco Giants' come-from-behind "road" win over the Mariners in San Francisco. This was supposed to be a two-game series...

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Playing Meaningful Games After Dominant Sweep from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

The Giants outscored the Rockies 40-15 in a dominant four-game sweep, and they suddenly find themselves playing meaningful baseball games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com...

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Smyly, powerful offense lift Giants to "road" win over M's in SF from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks about the San Francisco Giants' 9-3 win over the Seattle Mariners on Wednesday. This was a make-up game from Tuesday's postponement in Se...

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Firing On All Cylinders from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

The Giants are finding different ways to win baseball games, and their improved play has them in the thick of the wild card race. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Air quality shifts Giants-Mariners series to San Francisco from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks about the Giants' two-game series in Seattle being shifted to San Francisco because of poor air quality in the Seattle area. Tuesday's ga...

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The Hottest Team in Baseball from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

After outscoring the Rockies 21-3 in yesterday's double header, the Giants are playing so well that their status as certain sellers has become murky. Since June 21, the day Alex Dickerson debuted, ...

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Giants mailbag: Do you believe Zaidi can identify top tier pitching talent eventually? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick provides updates about the San Francisco Giants' place in the National League wild card standings, and answers questions from listeners. Among ...

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Trade Rumors Swirl as Offense Stays Hot, Starters Shine in MIL from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Amid swirling trade rumors, the Giants offense stayed hot and the starting pitchers stepped up in Milwaukee. Evan Longoria and Alex Dickerson's injuries are also discussed. Learn more about your ad...

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Giants fall flat in doubleheader following Alex Dickerson's false positive Covid-19 test from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks about the Giants' wild weekend in San Diego. Alex Dickerson tested positive for Covid-19 prior to Friday's game, and the game was postpon...

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Answering Questions about Steven Duggar, Trades vs. Entertainment Value, and Comparing Rebuilds from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Answering your questions about Steven Duggar, whether entertainment value should play a role in whether or not to make trades, and how the Giants' rebuild has compared to that of other teams. Learn...

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Sandoval released as Smoak added; Smyly dominant in loss from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks about the San Francisco Giants releasing the beloved Pablo Sandoval, adding Justin Smoak and Drew Smyly to the roster, and losing 6-1 to ...

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The Best and Worst Moments of the First Half from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Analyzing the Giants' high points and low points from the first half of the 2019 season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Ahead of huge series, talking Giants-Padres with Locked On Padres host Javier Reyes from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants, host Ben Kaspick converses with Locked On Padres host Javier Reyes about their two teams' upcoming four-game series in San Diego. The Padres are playing like one of the...

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State of the Giants: Pitchers from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Analyzing the state of the Giants' pitching. Shaun Anderson and Tyler Beede have provided promise, but the starters have mostly struggled and figure to get worse if/when Madison Bumgarner is traded...

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Kapler's moves pay off as Giants rally back vs. Mariners from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks about the San Francisco Giants' come-from-behind win against the Seattle Mariners on Tuesday night. Logan Webb started for the Giants, an...

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State of the Giants: Position Players from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Breaking down the state of the Giants' position players, one position at a time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Giants solve D-backs' ace Gallen, reach .500 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks about the San Francisco Giants' 4-2 win over the Arizona Diamondbacks on Monday night. Kevin Gausman was on the mound for the Giants, and...

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Finishing The First Half With A Flurry from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

The Giants finished the first half with a flurry thanks to an improved process and contributions from some potential diamonds in the rough. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.co...

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Giants power past Bumgarner, D-backs, pull closer to .500 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks about the San Francisco Giants winning two of three over the weekend against the Arizona Diamondbacks, with one game remaining in the ser...

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Answering Your #SFGiants Questions on Twitter from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Answering your questions posed on Twitter about when and how Ben became a Giants fan, whether the Giants and A's are a good match in a trade this summer, and when Connor Menez will be called up. Le...

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Giants mailbag: Can anyone at the Alternate Site help the 2020 Giants? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick answers listeners' questions about the San Francisco Giants. Among the questions asked and answered are: Are there any pitchers in Sacramento n...

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Offense Stays Hot as Media Finally Begins to Recognize Zaidi's Plan from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Analyzing the latest Giants win and offensive explosion. The Giants actually have some functional platoons, and the mainstream media is finally catching onto Farhan Zaidi's plan. Learn more about y...

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Giants drop tough one to Rockies but remain in thick of wild card race from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks about the San Francisco Giants' disappointing loss to the Colorado Rockies on Wednesday afternoon in Denver. Despite the loss, the Giants...

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Reaping Rewards of Discernible Plan as Offense, Tyler Beede Cruise from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Despite a false narrative about the Giants making an excessive amount of roster transactions and the front office having "no discernible plan," the Giants have made a relatively moderate amount of ...

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Dickerson homers thrice as Giants crush Rockies, pull into playoff position from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks about the San Francisco Giants' historic 23-5 win over the Colorado Rockies on Tuesday. Alex Dickerson homered three times—and very nearl...

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Gaining Consistent Advantages With Platoons as Samardzija Goes Eight Strong from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Analyzing last night's 13-2 win over the Padres. Austin Slater was called up (and hit a triple and a HR), Dereck Rodriguez was optioned to Triple-A, Jeff Samardzija went eight strong, and the offen...

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Giants mailbag: Which players currently on 28-man roster won't be here next year? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick answers wide-ranging questions from listeners about the San Francisco Giants. Does the team's inactivity at yesterday's trade deadline suggest ...

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Looking Well Rounded, At Least for One Weekend from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Analyzing the three games over the weekend against the Diamondbacks. The starting pitching was phenomenal, Mark Melancon struggled once again, and several Giants hitters had big weekends at the pla...

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Giants stand pat at deadline—how slow rental market likely dictated inactivity from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks about the Giants not making any major moves at the 2020 MLB Trade Deadline. After the Giants made five trades on deadline day last year, ...

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Giants Finally Embracing Platoons; Should They Claim Hernán Pérez? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Discussing Tyler Beede's latest outing, why it's a good thing that the Giants are finally embracing platoons, and whether they should claim or trade for the recently DFA'd Hernán Pérez. Learn more ...

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Gausman: "I could get traded and definitely see me re-signing here. I really like this team." from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks about the San Francisco Giants' double-header losses to the Los Angeles Dodgers on Thursday. The Giants' seven-game winning streak was sn...

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Samardzija's ERA Continues To Rise Just Like Peripherals Predicted from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Breaking down Jeff Samardzij'a rising ERA, and why it was easy to see coming. Pablo Sandoval's monster numbers against righties, another good game for Alex Dickerson, Mark Melancon's disappearing s...

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Giants-Dodgers game postponed in protest; Kapler, Betts speak out from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks about last night's postponement of the Giants-Dodgers game. The teams decided not to play in protest of the shooting of Jacob Blake. Mook...

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Zaidi Acquisitions Continue to Impress as Smith, Bumgarner Trade Rumors Swirl from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Analyzing the Giants' inspiring 4-2 win over the Rockies. Alex Dickerson, Mike Yastrzemski, and Tyler Austin continued to inspire confidence, Madison Bumgarner struck out 11 (although he did allow ...

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Solano's walk-off shot gives Giants seventh straight win from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks about the Giants' dramatic and exciting walk-off win against the Dodgers. Donovan Solano crushed a two-run home run in the bottom of the ...

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Zaidi Acquisitions Lone Bright Spots in Otherwise Depressing Lineup from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Mike Yastrzemski and Alex Dickerson provide intrigue every time they come up, but that can't be said about the veteran hitters Farhan Zaidi inherited. Analyzing how the Giants got to his point, and...

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Inbox: What will the Giants do at next week's trading deadline? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick answers questions from fans about the San Francisco Giants' plans for the trading deadline, what they'll do with Mike Yastrzemski long term, Ka...

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Alex Dickerson Erupts in Arizona; Not Just "Some Rando" from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Analyzing Alex Dickerson's huge weekend in Arizona, and why the Giants front office deserves patience and the benefit of the doubt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Red-hot Giants win sixth straight, finish first half in playoff position from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks about the Giants' sweep of the Diamondbacks over the weekend. The Giants' win on Sunday was their sixth straight, and they are now just t...

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The Low Point of Madison Bumgarner's Career from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Analyzing Madison Bumgarner's disastrous and emotional start, the spark provided by Mike Yastrzemski, and the Giants' 9th-inning comeback that was foiled in part by a controversial replay ruling in...

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Joey Bart plays supporting role in debut as Giants' righty lineup pounds Angels again from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks about the San Francisco Giants' 10-5 thumping of the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim in Joey Bart's debut. Bart was a calming presence behi...

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Every Batter Is Mike Trout Against the Giants in the 1st from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Analyzing Drew Pomeranz's latest stinker, why he was still a good signing, and the faint glimmer of hope provided by Tyler Austin and Mike Yastrzemski. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podc...

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Giants promote top prospect Joey Bart, and he's in the starting lineup from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks about Joey Bart being promoted to the Giants. Bart, the No. 2 overall pick in the 2018 draft, is considered by many to be the top prospec...

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On Using Openers Against LA and the Demise of Posey and Crawford from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Analyzing Shaun Anderson's solid start (but rough first inning), and why the Giants should be using openers against the Dodgers. Also discussed is the disheartening demise of two franchise icons. L...

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Cahill, Yaz, vets propel Giants to much-needed win over Angels from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks about the San Francisco Giants' much-needed win over the Angels on Tuesday afternoon. Coming into this game, the Giants had lost their la...

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Beede Impresses Again as Giants Beat LA from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Analyzing Tyler Beede's strong start, his continuing walk/command issue, and the rest of the game notes from last night's 3-2 win over the Dodgers in LA. Also discussed is MLB Trade Rumors' Top 50 ...

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Deja vu all over again as Angels stun Giants in 9th from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks about the San Francisco Giants' devastating loss to the Angels. Once again, the Giants had a 9th-inning lead. Once again, Gabe Kapler ele...

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On Bumgarner's Slipping Trade Value and a Series Win at Home from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Analyzing Drew Pomeranz's second consecutive strong start, Mike Yastrzemski's game-saving catch on Saturday, and Madison Bumgarner's slipping trade value. Mark Melancon and Jeff Samardzija are also...

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Historic bullpen collapses overshadow strong performances by offense, starters from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks about the San Francisco Giants' historic collapses on Friday and Saturday against the Oakland Athletics. On Friday, the Giants took a 7-2...

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Answering Questions About Trades, 2020 Managerial Candidates, and More from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Ben answers questions from listeners about trades, the next Giants manager, what to expect in 2020, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Inbox: Why haven't the Giants called up Joey Bart? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick answers listeners' questions about the San Francisco Giants. The first question asked and answered is about Joey Bart, and why he hasn't been c...

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Shaun Anderson Continues To Impress from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Analyzing Shaun Anderson's strong start, as well as other relevant game notes from the Giants' 4-2 win over the Padres. Kevin Pillar showed that he can still play against lefties, and Mike Yastreze...

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Evaluating the Giants at the season's 1/3 mark from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks about the San Francisco Giants' 5-1 loss to the Houston Astros on Wednesday in Houston, and discusses the team's performance to date as w...

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Beede Flashes Dominance in Late Comeback Win from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Tyler Beede retired 11 straight with seven strikeouts at one point, and the Giants came back late to beat the Padres. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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A night of redemption for Pence, Rogers, Kapler as Giants mount comeback vs. Astros from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks about the San Francisco Giants' 7-6 road win in 10 innings against the Houston Astros. Hunter Pence hit a huge three-run home run in the ...

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On the Alex Dickerson Trade and Madison Bumgarner's Trade Value from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Analyzing the Alex Dickerson/Franklin Van Gurp trade, and why it was a worthwhile move for the Giants. A detailed analysis of Madison Bumgarner's trade value is also discussed. Learn more about you...

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Despite sloppy defense, Donovan Solano has been one of baseball's best position players from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks about the San Francisco Giants' 6-4 loss to the Houston Astros on Monday night. Logan Webb was on the mound for the Giants, and he pitche...

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Pomeranz and Bumgarner Dazzle, but Bats Go Down Quietly vs. LA from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Pomeranz rebounded and Bumgarner pitched with an edge, but the Giants lost two of three to LA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Why Gabe Kapler was right to pull Kevin Gausman—but perhaps wrong to use Tyler Rogers from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick discusses the San Francisco Giants' weekend series against the Los Angeles Dodgers, in which the Giants lose two out of three. There was more c...

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Anderson Battles Back But Bullpen Blows Late Lead from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Analyzing the Giants' 7-3 loss to the Mets in the series finale. Shaun Anderson recovered from a brutal 1st inning to pitch into the 7th, but he probably stayed in one batter too long. The bullpen ...

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Mauricio Dubón's exuberance, athleticism is exactly what the Giants need from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks about the San Francisco Giants' 6-4 loss to the Colorado Rockies on Thursday afternoon. Tyler Anderson was on the mound for the Giants, o...

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Beede Takes Step Backwards; Should Giants Claim Altherr Again? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

News and notes from Wednesday's 7-0 loss to the Mets. Tyler Beede's lack of command plagued him once again, and the Giants were shut down for nine innings by Jason Vargas. Also of note, Aaron Althe...

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Webb, Belt, bullpen boost Giants to victory over Rockies from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks about the San Francisco Giants' 4-3 win over the Colorado Rockies on Wednesday night. Logan Webb started for the Giants, and he pitched b...

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Emphatic Road Win is Bochy's 1,000th as Giants Manager from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Bruce Bochy's 1,000th win as Giants manager was a memorable one. The Giants showed tremendous resilience as they downed the Mets 9-3 in extra innings. The game notes and Bochy's legacy are discusse...

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Gausman's great stuff not enough as Giants' bats go down quietly against Rockies from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks about the San Francisco Giants' 5-2 loss to the Colorado Rockies on Tuesday night. Starter Kevin Gausman had great stuff, routinely touch...

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Giants Select Hunter Bishop and Logan Wyatt on Day 1 of MLB Draft from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

A deep dive on Giants draftees Hunter Bishop, a physically impressive left-handed outfielder with tremendous power and speed, and Logan Wyatt, who has arguably the best plate discipline in the clas...

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Giants blast three homers, but sloppy defense proves costly in loss to Rockies from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks about the Giants' disappointing 7-6 loss to the Colorado Rockies on Monday night. Johnny Cueto was on the mound for the Giants, and he pi...

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On a Series Win and Tonight's 10th Overall Pick from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Analyzing the offensive explosion in Baltimore, Shaun Anderson and Jeff Samardzija's strong starts, and who the Giants will take 10th overall as the MLB Draft gets underway tonight. Learn more abou...

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Series win against Rangers pushes Giants to .500 heading into road trip of doom from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants Podcast, host Ben Kaspick discusses the San Francisco Giants' series win against the Texas Rangers over the weekend. The Giants pounded the Rangers on Friday with their ...

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Has Tyler Beede Finally Arrived? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Analyzing Tyler Beede's breakthrough performance against the Miami Marlins. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Mike Yastrzemski has been baseball's best position player in 2020 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks about the Giants' disappointing extra-innings loss to the Padres on Thursday. Mike Yastrzemski and Donovan Solano once again fueled a big...

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Looking Towards The Future After Another Loss To Miami from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

The Giants lost to the Marlins—again—and must now begin to look towards the future. Madison Bumgarner trade rumors are discussed in the second half of the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Vi...

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Mike Yastrzemski, Donovan Solano bring magic back to Oracle Park in walk-off win from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks about the Giants' thrilling 7-6 win over the San Diego Padres on Wednesday. Donovan Solano hit a three-run home run with two outs in the ...

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Saddled with Bad Contracts, Giants Might Be NL's Worst Team from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

After a blowout loss to the lowly Marlins, the Giants' underperforming veterans must look in the mirror and get better or risk losing their jobs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoi...

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Samardzija, lefty lineup predictably struggle from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks about last night's 5-3 loss against the Padres. After there was some controversy about why Jeff Samardzija didn't appear in the opening s...

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The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly as Season's 1/3 Mark Approaches from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Analyzing the Giants' 2019 season thus far in terms of overall and individual performances by the position players and pitchers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Previewing the Giants' upcoming series with Javier Reyes of Locked On Padres from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks with Javier Reyes from Locked On Padres. The two discuss the teams' upcoming three-game series. The conversation is wide ranging, from ML...

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Yastrzemski Debuts, Mac DFA'd as Giants Embarrassed at Home from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Analyzing the Giants' ugly series against the Diamondbacks. Mac Williamson was DFA'd and Mike Yastrzemski debuted and collected three hits, but the Giants were outscored 34-8 in a demoralizing swee...

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Gritty Giants pitch, platoon their way to series split from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks about the Giants' unlikely series split against the Dodgers in Los Angeles. After losing the first two games by a combined score of 17-2,...

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On a Sharp Bum, Austin Smash, and Mac's Platinum Sombrero from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Analyzing the Giants' 5-4 extra-inning loss to the Braves. Madison Bumgarner was sharp and Tyler Austin hit another HR against a lefty, but Tony Watson coughed up the lead and Mac Williamson went 0...

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Giants miss opportunities early, unravel late on Opening Day from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants Podcast, host Ben Kaspick analyzes the San Francisco Giants' Opening Day loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers. The Giants had a couple of big opportunities early in the game,...

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Austin Goes Oppo, Mac Struggles, and the Insanity of "Unearned Runs" from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Analyzing the Giants' 9-2 loss to the Braves. Jeff Samardzija struggled (but don't worry, the runs "didn't count"), Tyler Austin hit an opposite field homer, and Mac Williamson continued to scuffle...

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Giants mailbag: How long before Joey Bart comes up? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants Podcast, host Ben Kaspick answers questions from fans on Twitter. Among the questions answered, Ben talks about when the Giants may (or may not) call up top prospect Joe...

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Dramatic Walk-Off Follows Another Strong Start by Shaun Anderson from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Analyzing the Giants' thrilling 4-3 walk-off win against the Braves. Their three-run, 9th-inning rally capped by Joe Panik is discussed at length, as is the second consecutive strong start by Shaun...

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Giants neutralize A's with pitching, platoons as Opening Day nears from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks about the Giants' exhibition win over the Oakland Athletics. It was the Giants' second straight victory over Oakland, and they played ver...

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Andy Suarez Earns Rotation Spot; Who's the Next 25-Man Casualty? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Analyzing Andy Suarez's (mostly) strong start against the Braves. The Giants are expected to add another hitter prior to tonight's game; who will lose their 25-man roster spot? Music Credit: Releas...

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Kapler, several Giants players kneel for national anthem from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants Podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks about yesterday's historic game for the San Francisco Giants. This game was significant enough already, being the Giants' first non-instr...

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Crawford, Sandoval Save the Day; Explaining the Savvy Altherr Claim/DFA from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Analyzing the Giants' big series win in Arizona, the savvy Aaron Altherr claim/DFA, and how Andrew Suarez will be added to the 25-man roster. Music Credit: Released by Tasty Records Artist: TheFatR...

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Predicting the Giants' Opening Day roster from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Trying to predict the Giants' Opening Day roster is difficult and complicated, but we did it anyway. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Unreasonable Expectations Key in Confusion About Giants from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

A closer look at how the coverage of the 2019 San Francisco Giants has been more confusing than the team's roster decisions. Music Credit: Released by Tasty Records Artist: TheFatRat Song: Xenogene...

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Giants' depth, versatility will be tested if Belt, Longoria miss time from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick covers numerous topics, including Evan Longoria being diagnosed with a moderate oblique strain. All offseason, Ben has talked about how the Gia...

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On Shaun Anderson's Debut and the Giants' Clearly Discernible Plan from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Breaking down Shaun Anderson's solid debut in the Giants' 4-3 win over the Blue Jays. The fact that the team has a clearly discernible plan is also discussed. Music Credit: Released by Tasty Record...

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Joey Bart should not start the season with the Giants from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks about why Joey Bart should not be thrust into the major leagues to start the 2020 season. Bart's only played 22 games above A-ball, and q...

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On Trusting the Process, and Shaun Anderson's Promotion from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Analyzing the Giants' 7-3 loss to the Blue Jays, and why the fact that the opener didn't work in one instance does not mean it was a bad idea. Shaun Anderson's promotion to the big leagues is also ...

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Hey Siri: Giants add former top prospect Jose Siri to player pool—and he may make the roster from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants Podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks about the San Francisco Giants adding former Reds top prospect Jose Siri to their 60-man player pool. Outfielder Billy Hamilton was expec...

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The Opener is Finally Here from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Analyzing the Giants' revolutionary decision to start using openers, and an explanation as to why it's probably a good idea. Music Credit: Released by Tasty Records Artist: TheFatRat Song: Xenogene...

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Giants find themselves in catcher limbo with Buster Posey opting out and Joey Bart not quite ready from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

With Buster Posey opting out of the 2020 season and Joey Bart not quite ready for the majors, the Giants find themselves in catcher limbo. The current competition at the position—between Tyler Hein...

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Holland Sounds Off, D-Rod Demoted, Altherr Claimed: A New Era is Upon Us from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Breaking down Derek Holland's highly inflammatory (and inappropriate) comments about the front office, D-Rod's demotion, and the Aaron Altherr waiver claim. Music Credit: Released by Tasty Records ...

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Buster Posey adopts premature twins, opts out of 2020 season from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, Ben Kaspick discusses Buster Posey's announcement on Friday that he's opting out of the 2020 season. Posey and his wife finalized the adoption yesterday of two ...

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Offense Improves as Starting Pitchers Falter from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Breaking down the Giants' strange road trip, in which they scored over eight runs per game but allowed more than nine per game. The state of the offense, defense, and starting pitching are discusse...

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Marco Luciano puts 40-homer potential on display as Giants top prospects arrive at Oracle Park from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's episode of the Locked On Giants podcast, Ben Kaspick covers all the latest happening with the San Francisco Giants. Their workouts on Tuesday were cancelled due to delays with Covid-19 t...

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Improving the Offense with Platoons; Posey, Pomeranz Placed on IL from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Analyzing the dramatically different lineups the Giants are featuring vs. LHP and RHP, and why platoons are critical in the modern game. The injuries to Buster Posey and Drew Pomeranz, and the corr...

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The Giants' 2020 schedule was released, and it's brutal from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

The Giants' schedule was released on Monday, and it's brutal. They play 10 of their first 20 games against the Dodgers and Astros on the road. Fourteen of their first 20 games are on the road. Alth...

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On a Mac Attack, an Improved Bumgarner, and Two Sneaky Good Fastballs from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Analyzing the Giants' 14-4 win against the Rockies. Mac Williamson's home run and Madison Bumgarner's improved performance are discussed, as is Nick Vincent's and Trevor Gott's underrated fastballs...

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Inbox: How do Giants compare to division foes? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's episode of Locked On Giants, host Ben Kaspick answers questions from fans on Twitter. How do the Giants compare to their NL West opponents? Are the Giants better than the Rockies and Pad...

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Locked On Giants - Mac Williamson (and Others) Called Up as Roster Churn Continues from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Analyzing the reported news that the Giants will call up Mac Williamson, Donovan Solano, and Williams Jerez ahead of tonight's game. The team's (overrated?) starting rotation is also discussed. Mus...

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Giants have depth, platoonability to surprise in 60-game season from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Spring Training 2.0 is about to get underway. Players and coaches have descended upon their home parks, getting tested for Covid-19 over the past couple of days. Once those test results come in, pl...

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Giants reveal 60-man player pool; 40-man roster crunch looms from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

The Giants released their 60-man player pool on Monday, and there were a few surprises. A handful of 40-man players were left off, indicating that those players could be at risk of being DFA'd to m...

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What We Know (and Don't Know) After 20% of the SF Giants Season from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Looking back at where the Giants stand about 20% of the way through the 2019 season. A bombshell article about Madison Bumgarner on MLB.com is also discussed. Music Credit: Released by Tasty Record...

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"F--k that guy. You can quote me on that." Farhan Zaidi denounces Scottsdale city council member from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Farhan Zaidi had strong words for Scottsdale city council member Guy Phillips, who mocked George Floyd at an anti-mask rally. Among other things, Zaidi said "F--k that guy. You can quote me on that...

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Bumgarner, Posey Trending Up as Giants Beat LA from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Analyzing the Giants' exciting 2-1 win over the Dodgers. Madison Bumgarner was more dominant than he's been in years, and there were also positive signs from Duggar, Austin, Belt, Posey, and the bu...

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Could the Giants sign Yasiel Puig tomorrow? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

A 60-game MLB season has been announced, with Spring Training 2.0 set to begin on July 1 and the season slated to start July 23 and 24. This comes as the United States has failed to gain control of...

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On the Ty Blach Myth, Stephen Vogt's Promotion, and Logan Webb's PED Suspension from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Breaking down the Giants' 10-3 loss to the Dodgers, including why it's unlikely that Farhan Zaidi was confident about Ty Blach facing LA's top righties. Stephen Vogt's promotion and Logan Webb's PE...

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MLB poised to implement 60-game season from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

After 88 grueling days, MLB and the MLBPA find themselves right back where they stared. Contentious and public negotiations dragged on, but the sides ultimately will move forward under the March ag...

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On a Huge Hit for Longoria and a Critical New-Age Decision by Bochy from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Analyzing the Giants' big 3-2 win over the Dodgers, in which Evan Longoria had his biggest hit as a Giant and Bruce Bochy made a critical new-age decision. Music Credit: Released by Tasty Records A...

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Five players, three staff members test positive for Covid-19 at Phillies camp in Florida from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Five players and three staff members have tested positive for Covid-19 at Phillies camp in Florida. Their facility has been shut down, and the club is reportedly awaiting 32 additional test results...

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Diminished Yankees Dominate Giants; Subpar Roster Must Be Managed Optimally from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Breaking down the ugly series sweep by the Yankees, in which the Giants continued to shoot themselves in the foot by failing to embrace modern strategies. Music Credit: Released by Tasty Records Ar...

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Report: Rob Manfred, Tony Clark have "productive" meeting in Arizona from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

One day after baseball appeared to be on the brink, the two leaders reportedly had a productive meeting in Arizona. Rob Manfred and Tony Clark met today in Arizona, and it appears that they were ab...

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The Yankees' Rebuild as a Blueprint for the Giants from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Breaking down the not-so-obvious parallels between the Yankees of the recent past and the current SF Giants. Music Credit: Released by Tasty Records Artist: TheFatRat Song: Xenogenesis YouTube: htt...

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Players "disgusted" after Rob Manfred breaks promise from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

In the latest devastating development for Major League Baseball, five days after saying the season "unoquivically" would take place, Comissioner Rob Manfred said he's "not confident" it would happe...

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On a Locked-In Pomeranz, Underrated Belt, and the Cost of Bad First Innings from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Breaking down Drew Pomeranz's excellent start in Toronto, the Giants' less-talked-about first-inning struggles, and the perpetually underrated Brandon Belt. Music Credit: Released by Tasty Records ...

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Giants select four pitchers, two infielders as MLB Draft concludes from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

The Giants added six prospects yesterday in rounds two through five of the five-round MLB Draft. Analyzing all six players, and looking at comments by Michael Holmes, the Giants' amateur scouting d...

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On Kevin Pillar, Mark Melancon, and a Nail-Biting Slugfest in Toronto from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Breaking down the Giants' wild 7-6 win over the Toronto Blue Jays. On Kevin Pillar's emotional return to Toronto, Mark Melancon's seemingly elevated role, and a good old fashioned slugfest in Canad...

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Giants draft Patrick Bailey—another catcher—and people kind of freak out from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

The Giants drafted switching-hitting catcher Patrick Bailey with the 13th overall pick in the 2020 MLB Draft. Many fans and analysts questioned the pick, because the Giants already have a stud catc...

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Sabermetrics 101—Moving Past AVG, HR, and RBI from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

A detailed discussion about the flaws of using batting average, home runs, and RBI to evaluate hitters, and the modern metrics that do a much better job. Music Credit: Released by Tasty Records Art...

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SPECIAL - Locked On's Black Lives Matter Roundtable - 8 Locked On Hosts discuss life as a black man in America from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

In an eye-opening discussion, Ross Jackson (Locked On Saints) Aaron Freeman (Locked on Falcons) Tony Wiggins (Locked On Jaguars) John Hickman (Locked On Texans) Chris Carter (Locked On Steelers) Ke...

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On First-Inning Runs, Good and Bad Baserunning, and a Blast by Buster from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Discussing the Giants' continued struggles in the first inning, the importance of sending runners home, and some troubling short- and long-term trends. Music Credit: Released by Tasty Records Artis...

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Breaking down Tyler Soderstrom, Cade Cavalli, other possible Giants first-round picks from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

It's anyone's guess what the Giants will do with the 13th overall selection in round one of tomorrow night's MLB Draft. Experts have linked the Giants to high school catcher/third baseman Tyler Sod...

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The Giants Should Use Openers from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Amidst another series loss—this time to the Nationals—it's becoming clear that the Giants could benefit from starting games with their bullpen. All that and more on the latest edition of Locked On ...

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With the 13th selection in the 2020 Locked On MLB mock draft, the Giants select... from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Taylor from Locked On Angels and Jeff from Locked On Indians discuss who they think the Giants will take with the 13th overall selection in next week's MLB draft. Ben then provides additional comme...

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On the Merits of xFIP as Samardzija, Bergen Allow 4 HR from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Using last night's 9-6 loss to the Nationals to address the issues with ERA—and the merits of xFIP—in small samples. Music Credit: Released by Tasty Records Artist: TheFatRat Song: Xenogenesis YouT...

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MLB, MLBPA "very close" to agreement for 2020 season? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Amid reports that MLB would not even respond to the union's latest proposal, strong optimism from legitimate sources continues to surface. The Reds' and Brewers' presidents of baseball operations e...

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On a Home Run Barrage, Expected wOBA, Bart's Injury, and More from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Analyzing the Giants' win over the Nationals. The offense broke out, the defense remained strong, and a couple of pitchers showed off their skill of inducing weak contact. Joey Bart's injury and so...

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The latest on baseball's return, and rights violations that demand our attention from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Summarizing the latest on negotiations between MLB and the MLBPA regarding the start of a 2020 baseball season. The league submitted a proposal that was not well received by the union, and the unio...

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An Important Correction From Today's Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

An important correction of a prospect valuation error that was made on today's episode of Locked On Giants. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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What if Giants hadn't drafted Lincecum, Bumgarner, Posey? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Imagining an alternate reality in which the Giants didn't select Tim Lincecum, Madison Bumgarner, and Buster Posey with their first-round picks in the 2006-08 MLB draft. It's a scary alternate univ...

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Realistic #SFGiants Trade Scenarios from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

A primer on how to think realistically about trades, as well as some specific trade possibilities for the 2019 San Francisco Giants. Music Credit: Released by Tasty Records Artist: TheFatRat Song: ...

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What if Bobby Evans hadn't been fired as Giants GM? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

What if Bobby Evans hadn't been fired as the Giants' general manager? Things would look a whole lot different. Obviously, Farhan Zaidi never would have been brought into the organization. It's like...

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On an 18-Inning Epic, Sandoval vs. Longoria, and the Best Bullpen in MLB(?) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Breaking down the series win against the Rockies, whether Sandoval should start over Longoria, and a sparkling bullpen and anemic offense. Music Credit: Released by Tasty Records Artist: TheFatRat ...

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What if Giants hadn't traded Matt Duffy (and others) for Matt Moore? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Examining what would have happened had the San Francisco Giants not traded Matt Duffy (and Lucius Fox and Michael Santos) to the Tampa Bay Rays in exchange for Matt Moore. Moore pitched decently fo...

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Sharp Samardzija, Powerful Pillar, and Dazzling Defense from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Breaking down Jeff Samardzija's stellar start, the continued offensive onslaught from Kevin Pillar, and the Giants' strong defense so far this season. Music Credit: Released by Tasty Records Artist...

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What if the Giants hadn't made ill-advised trades for Longoria, McCutchen? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Analyzing the San Francisco Giants' ill-advised decisions to trade young talent for Evan Longoria and Andrew McCutchen after losing 98 games in 2017. What if the front office had acted differently?...

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Another Series Loss, and Lessons in Small Samples Pt. 2 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Recapping the good, the bad, and the ugly from San Francisco's series loss to San Diego. Premature early-season statements are also revisited. Music Credit: Released by Tasty Records Artist: TheFat...

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Updates on possible resumption of play, the 2020 draft, and Yasiel Puig rumor from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's show, Ben provides updates about the possible resumption of MLB, the 2020 draft, and a Yasiel Puig rumor. Major League Baseball reportedly hopes to resume Spring Training sometime in Jun...

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Dangerous Against Lefties and a Successful Adjustment by Holland from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

How the additions of Kevin Pillar and Tyler Austin have made the Giants better against left-handed pitching. An adjustment by Derek Holland that has led to improved results is also discussed. Music...

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Survey suggests Giants fans believe in Zaidi, embrace analytics, are hopeful about future from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

A new survey suggests that many Giants fans strongly believe in the current direction of the team. When San Francisco Giants fans responded to Andrew Baggarly's survey in The Athletic, the results ...

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Locked On Giants - 04/09/2019 - Giants Acquire Tyler Austin, Blow Big Lead from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Breaking down the Giants' acquisition of lefty killer Tyler Austin. The team's rough loss to the Padres is also discussed. Music Credit: Released by Tasty Records Artist: TheFatRat Song: Xenogenesi...

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Best moments in Giants history: Three titles, two huge homers, and a perfect game from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Describing the top six moments in San Francisco Giants history. Several would have a place among the best moments in baseball history.. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/ad...

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Memorable Moments Despite Series Loss; New Stats on New Scoreboard from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Breaking down the series loss to the Rays, which included a memorable Opening Day ovation and some innovate baseball by Tampa Bay. Ben also discusses the new stats on the new scoreboard, and why th...

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Best moments in Giants history (tier two): Two grand slams and three pennants from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Two grand slams and three pennant clinchers are among the best moments in San Francisco Giants history since 2000. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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On the (Home) Opener and Myth of Pitching and Defense from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

With the innovate Rays in town for the home opener, Ben discusses the "opener" pitching strategy. He also examines whether the Giants' past success should really be attributed to pitching and defen...

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Best moments in franchise history (tier three): Huge homers by Belt, Bonds, Sandoval from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Huge homers by Belt, Bonds, and Sandoval rank among the best moments in San Francisco Giants history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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On a Slow Start and the Importance of Platoons from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Discussing the Giants' sluggish early offense, the (over)performance of their starting staff, and why they must platoon more in order to stay afloat in the National League. Music Credit: Released b...

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A good story needs conflict: Giants' most difficult moments in 2019 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

A good story needs conflict, and the Giants had their fair share of it in 2019. Derek Holland's negative comments about the front office, the negative reactions to Connor Joe and Michael Reed in th...

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On Diminished Velocity and Why WAR Matters from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Ben looks closely at Madison Bumgarner's second start of the season and discusses why it's critical to think in terms of wins above replacement when analyzing modern baseball decisions. Music Credi...

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The Giants' top moments and games from 2019 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Recapping the Giants' best games and moments from the 2019 season. They include a huge comeback in Cincinnati, Alex Dickerson's grand debut, a blistering July, Mike Yastrzemski's magical moment, an...

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Giants Acquire Kevin Pillar, Beat LA from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Ben discusses all the key points regarding Giants' acquisition of outfielder Kevin Pillar from the Toronto Blue Jays. He also talks about the team's 4-2 comeback win over the Dodgers. Music Credit:...

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Savvy trades, unexpected hot streak, and difficult deadline decisions defined 2019 Giants from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

The key Giants storylines in 2019. In year one under Farhan Zaidi, they uncovered multiple future pieces, went on an unexpected hot streak, and made difficult deadline decisions. Learn more about y...

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Lessons from San Diego and Small Sample Sizes from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Ben discusses the key points from the Giants' last three games in San Diego, in which they pitched well (especially the bullpen) but struggled offensively. He also discusses why it's far too early ...

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Revisiting the aftermath of Giants' 2010 World Series win from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Revisiting the Giants' 2010 offseason. There was an epic parade, a Rookie of the Year Award, and a couple of ill-advised free agent deals that set the team up for future failure. Learn more about y...

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On Bumgarner and a Strange Decision from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

A close examination of how Madison Bumgarner used his pitches on Opening Day compared to how he's used them in the past. Despite an overall excellent start, are there still reasons to be concerned ...

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Tension, elation, dominance: Reliving the 2010 World Series from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Reliving the 2010 World Series between the San Francisco Giants and the Texas Rangers. The Giants finally brought a World Series title to San Francisco, outscoring the Rangers 29-12 in five games. ...

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It's Opening Day! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Several key storylines are discussed, including that the team's primary focus will be to win in 2019. If winning isn't in the cards, however, there may be major trades, including a possible trade o...

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Reliving the Giants' drama-filled NLDS and NLCS games in 2010 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Reliving the Giants' drama-filled NLDS against the Braves and NLCS against the Phillies in 2010. It was a bumpy ride, but somehow, someway the Giants got it done. Learn more about your ad choices. ...

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On Connor Joe, Michael Reed, and Projecting the 2019 Giants from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

A closer look at the reasons to be optimistic about Connor Joe and Michael Reed—both of whom will make the Giants' Opening Day roster despite being acquired within the last week. San Francisco's di...

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How the 2010 Giants were built from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

The 2010 Giants were indeed a band of misfits, but they were also oozing with homegrown talent. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Roster Crunch Continues as MLB Suspends Larry Baer from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

In the second episode of the brand new Locked On Giants Baseball podcast, Ben Kaspick analyzes how the Giants' trade of Chris Stratton highlights key differences between the old front office and th...

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Torture and magic: Why 2010 was the best season in franchise history from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Reintroducing the 2010 Giants, who took us on a magical ride that could be considered the best season in franchise history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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What To Expect From Locked On Giants from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

With the 2019 season about to get underway, new Locked On Giants Baseball host Ben Kaspick discusses why the modern Giants need to be analyzed in a modern way. Music Credit: Released by Tasty Recor...

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A conversation with Javier Reyes from Locked On Padres (Part Two) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Know thine enemy. Discussing the San Diego Padres and San Francisco Giants with Javier Reyes in part two of a two-part conversation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adcho...

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Introducing Locked On Giants! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Introducing Locked On Giants Baseball, a daily podcast that's part of the Locked On Podcast Network. The show will be hosted by Ben Kaspick, who founded the Giants baseball podcast CoveCast in 2015...

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A conversation with Locked On Padres host Javier Reyes (Part One) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Know thine enemy. Ben and Javier Reyes discuss the San Diego Padres in part one of a two-part conversation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Giants mailbag: What are your favorite memories from 2004-09? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Answering a variety of fun questions posed by Giants fans on Twitter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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The Giants could be players for these free agents even if season is cancelled from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Mookie Betts to San Francisco? It's not as crazy as it sounds. Exploring the free agents fits for the 2021 Giants, even if the 2020 season is cancelled. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podc...

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MLB, MLBPA reach agreement on service time, salaries, draft from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Analyzing the new agreement between MLB and MLBPA. Among the key agreements: Players will receive a year of service time even if the season is cancelled. Also, there will still be a draft but it co...

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Reliving Giants' Opening Days from 2009-19 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Win or lose, Opening Day is always special. In today's episode, Ben relives the Giants' Opening Days from 2009 to 2019. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Recapping trades and games from MLB The Show livestream, and correcting logic from yesterday's show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Correcting a flaw in logic from yesterday's show, and recapping yesterday's The Show livestream. Several savvy trades were made, but the Giants still lost two out of three to the Dodgers. Learn mor...

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Finalizing the Giants' 26-man roster as if the season still started in two days from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Predicting what the Giants' finalized 26-man roster would have looked like had the season still started two days. Welcome to San Francisco, Billy Hamilton, Trevor Cahill, and Darin Ruf! Learn more ...

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Will non-roster invitees like Hamilton and Cahill still be able to opt out this week? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Attempting to answer some logistical questions about the Giants' roster in the midst of a lockdown. Additional questions from Friday's mailbag are also discussed. Learn more about your ad choices. ...

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Giants mailbag: How will delay affect record, draft, development? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

How will the delay in baseball affect the Giants' record, draft, and development? All that and more in the latest installment of the Giants mailbag. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastc...

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Digging deeper on Dickerson, Kapler, Gausman from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Digging deeper on some topics discussed with Jeff Snider from Locked On Dodgers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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A conversation with Jeff Snider from Locked On Dodgers (Part Two) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Ben and Jeff resume their Giants-Dodgers discussion in part two of this in-depth conversation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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A conversation with Jeff Snider from Locked On Dodgers (Part One) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Ben and Jeff renew the Giants-Dodgers rivalry with level-headed discussion and analysis in part one of a two part conversation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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How we'll cope without baseball from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

It could be several months before baseball returns. How should we cope with it? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Giants mailbag: What are your favorite bad takes from the Farhan Zaidi era? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Amidst uncertain times, at least we can still count on a weekly Giants mailbag! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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MLB suspends Spring Training, delays start of regular season in response to COVID-19 pandemic from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

MLB announced today that it has suspended Spring Training effective today at 1 p.m. PT, and that the start of the regular season will be delayed by at least two weeks in response to the COVID-19 pa...

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Ruf, Green, Cahill, others forcing the issue from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

With just over two weeks until Opening Day, the Giants still have several roster spots that are up for grabs. Jaylin Davis looks destined to start the season in Triple-A, while Darin Ruf, Zach Gree...

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Giants mailbag: Did Zaidi break his word about adding power? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Answering questions from fans in the latest edition of the Giants mailbag. Did Zaidi break his word about adding power? What are the chances of a late Yasiel Puig signing? Why is Posey still battin...

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Yaz, Jimenez impress in televised game; Beede gets so-so update from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Mike Yastrzemski and Dany Jimenez were standout performers in Wednesday night's televised game between the Giants and the Dodgers. An update to Tyler Beede's elbow injury is also discussed. Learn m...

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Beede exits game with elbow tightness from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Tyler Beede underwent tests last night after he experienced elbow tightness in Tuesday's outing. Also discussed are Wilmer Flores's comments about wanting to hit the ball in the air more often. Le...

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Redesigned swings could make an impact from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Several Giants hitters (and pitchers) have implemented changes under the new coaching staff, and it could make a meaningful impact. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Starting pitchers continue to impress from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

The Giants' starting pitchers have been excellent thus far in the Cactus League. Here's why it's not necessarily a fluke. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Zaidi discusses wide open roster competitions from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

The Giants have created competition for numerous roster spots this spring. What does Farhan Zaidi have to say about where those races stand? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.c...

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Where Mike Yastrzemski was in elite company from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

When it came to hitting the ball hard at an ideal launch angle, Mike Yastrzemski was in elite company in 2019. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Giants mailbag: Could Heliot Ramos debut in 2020? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Discussing yesterday's spring game, and answering questions left over from Friday's mailbag. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Smyly touches 94; Davis finds his timing from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Drew Smyly and Jaylin Davis were standout performers in the Giants' 11-9 Cactus League win on Monday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Bart, Hjelle make strong first impressions from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Key Giants storylines to follow as Spring Training games commence. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Giants mailbag: Bold prediction for 2020? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

What's one bold prediction for the 2020 Giants? Answering that question and more in the latest installment of the Giants mailbag. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Gabe Kapler is on the right side of the Belt Wars from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Gabe Kapler made it clear that he's a fan of Brandon Belt, whose skill set and value has been perpetually underappreciated. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Giants to voluntarily increase pay for minor leaguers in 2020 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

The Giants joined the Blue Jays as one of two teams to voluntarily increase salaries for their minor league players. Also discussed is more evidence that challenges the notion that ownership has pl...

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Full squad assembles in Scottsdale; Aubrey Huff not invited to 2010 reunion from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

With full squad workouts underway, unity and open-mindedness have emerged as early themes for the 2020 Giants. Meanwhile, the Giants announced that Aubrey Huff will not be invited to this year's 20...

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Giants mailbag: Will Buster Posey's power return in 2020? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Answering more questions from Friday's Giants mailbag. Will Buster Posey's power return? Are the Giants done making moves before Opening Day? Does Alex Dickerson have to prove himself? Learn more a...

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Inbox: How has Giants' rebuild compared to those of other teams? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Answering questions from fans in the latest installment of the Giants mailbag. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Giants announce Flores signing; Bart, Luciano climb in prospect rankings from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

The Giants officially announced their deal with Wilmer Flores, while Joey Bart and Marco Luciano continued to climb in prospect rankings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/...

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Giants sign Cahill; Samardzija backs Kapler from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

The Giants signed Trevor Cahill to a minor league deal, and Jeff Samardzija expressed support for his new manager. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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New era dawns as pitchers, catchers report to Scottsdale from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Spring Training is officially underway, and the 2020 season could be the beginning of a bright future for the Giants. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Deep roster coming into focus with Pence, Billy Hamilton additions from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

As many continue to write them off, the Giants' roster is looking deeper, more versatile, and more exciting than it has in years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Inbox: Giants bringing back Hunter Pence? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Ben answers questions from fans in the latest edition of the Giants mailbag. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Giants surprisingly deep in some areas as Spring Training nears from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

With Spring Training right around the corner, how would the Giants' 26-man roster shake out if the season started today? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Giants sign Wilmer Flores; Dodgers acquire Mookie Betts from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

The Giants handed out their first multiyear deal under Farhan Zaidi yesterday, but the Dodgers stole the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Giants sign Brandon Guyer—lefty killer and human baseball magnet from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

The Giants signed Brandon Guyer, who has been excellent against lefties his entire career, to a minor league deal. Ben also argues against the idea presented in a new article that Giants ownership ...

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Defending the Giants' (ongoing) offseason from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

The offseason has been relatively quiet for the Giants, but that doesn't mean they've missed out on multiple great fits. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Inbox: Should the Giants trade for Mookie Betts? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Ben answers questions from fans in the latest edition of the Giants mailbag. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Giants sign Sandoval, exploring reunion with Pence? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

What year is it? The Giants reportedly signed Pablo Sandoval to a minor league deal, and are interested in a reunion with Hunter Pence. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/ad...

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Yolmer Sánchez may be Giants' starting second baseman from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

The Giants have reportedly signed Yolmer Sánchez to a minor league deal, and he may be the starting second baseman. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Bart, Luciano headline Giants' dramatically improved farm system from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Headlined by Joey Bart and Marco Luciano, the Giants are well represented on MLB Pipeline's Top 100 Prospects list. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Castellanos signs with Reds—what now for Giants? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Analyzing the Giants' remaining options for upgrading the offense after Nicholas Castellanos signed a four-year deal with Cincinnati. San Francisco's 2020 ZiPS projections, which are better than pe...

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Inbox: Who will be this year's Mike Yastrzemski? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Ben answers questions from fans on this edition of the Giants mailbag. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Three Giants prospects make Baseball America's top 100 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Marco Luciano—who's just 18 years old—comes in at No. 19 on Baseball America's top 100 prospects list. Also discussed on today's show are Farhan Zaidi's comments about his anticipation of being agg...

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Why Giants will be big players in free agency moving forward from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

With a rapidly improving farm and several bad contracts soon to come off the books, the Giants figure to be big players in free agency moving forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcas...

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Blevins signing takes us down memory lane to 2016 NLDS from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Jerry Blevins has a good breaking ball. So did Will Smith. Somehow, this connection takes us on a trip down memory lane to the disastrous 2016 NLDS. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastc...

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Giants hire Alyssa Nakken, who becomes first female coach in MLB history from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Analyzing the Giants' historic hiring of Alyssa Nakken to Gabe Kapler's coaching staff, plus the Drew Smyly signing and the changing the payroll. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoi...

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Inbox: Expectations for Smyly? Will Giants add offense? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Ben answers questions about Drew Smyly, the Giants' rotation, the 26-man roster, and whether the team will add offense this offseason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adc...

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Scott Harris: Giants "actively trying to add" pitching, offense from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Giants GM Scott Harris said yesterday that the team is "actively trying to add" starting pitching and bolster the offense. More fallout from the Astros cheating scandal is also discussed. Learn mor...

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Revisiting Espada vs. Kapler amid fallout from Astros cheating scandal from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

MLB's investigation found that the Astros continued to cheat to some degree in 2018, when Joe Espada was their bench coach. Revisiting his candidacy for the Giants' managerial opening in light of t...

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Will Wilson trade still savvy despite Cozart DFA from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Zack Cozart's DFA does nothing to diminish the genius of the Giants' acquisition of Will Wilson. Fallout from the Astros cheating scandal is also discussed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ...

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The Giants' win-loss record in 2020 will be... from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Projecting the Giants' win-loss record in 2020, and making adjustments based on expected over- or under-performance from individual projections. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoic...

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Automated Zone, Universal DH, and Realignment—Oh My! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

The Athletic's Jayson Stark looked into his crystal ball and discussed some big changes that could come to MLB sooner than you think. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adch...

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Inbox: Which players would Giants target in a salary dump deal? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

From salary dump targets to the likelihood of an Evan Longoria/Jeff Samardzija trade, today's mailbag has your questions covered! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Has Shifting Hurt Brandon Crawford's Defense? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Baseball Savant released its new Infield Outs Above Average metric today, and the results for Brandon Crawford were eye opening. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Jeff Samardzija, Regression Candidate from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Jeff Samardzija had an impressive bounceback season in 2019, but there were serious red flags. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Giants sign Tyson Ross; Young players excited about Kapler, coaching staff from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

The Giants made another low-risk addition to their pitching staff, signing Tyson Ross to a minor league deal. Meanwhile, another young Giants player expressed excitement about the team's direction ...

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Inbox: Giants' most glaring needs, and how to address them from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Answering your questions about the Giants' biggest needs, how they can address them, Tyler Beede's future, and prospects who will make an impact in 2020. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit pod...

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The 2010s: Recapping the Best Decade in Giants History from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Although it had its ups and downs, the 2010s were undoubtedly the best decade in Giants franchise history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Inbox: Giants' realistic free agent targets from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

The new year is upon us, but the Giants still have work to do. Who are their most realistic free agent and targets? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Giants rotation may be better than expected from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Kevin Gausman is underrated, Tyler Anderson has upside, and the youngsters have talent. Despite the loss of Bumgarner, the Giants rotation may be better than people think. Learn more about your ad ...

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Madison Bumgarner is an Arizona Diamondback from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Madison Bumgarner signed with the Diamondbacks, but it's not as big of a loss as people think. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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The Giants' history of regrettable long-term deals for starting pitchers from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

The Giants have a history of signing starting pitchers to long-term deals they live to regret. Also discussed are the new dimensions and netting at Oracle Park, with the bullpens being moved to cen...

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Giants Announce Young, Cutting Edge Coaching Staff from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

The Giants announced Gabe Kapler's coaching staff, and it's an intriguing list of young and nontraditional individuals. The Giants' Winter Meetings moves, including the results of today's Rule 5 Dr...

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Savvy Giants Trade for 2019 First Rounder, Sign Kevin Gausman from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

The Giants pulled off an extremely savvy move yesterday, essentially paying cash for the Angels' 2019 first round draft pick.They also signed Keving Gausman, a right-handed pitcher with upside, to ...

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Giants "Top Bidder" for Nicholas Castellanos? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

A rival executive views the Giants as the "top bidder" for Nicholas Castellanos, according to The Athletic's Ken Rosenthal. Analyzing Castellanos' potent bat, questionable defense, and how it would...

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Giants Primed for Action as Winter Meetings Begin from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

The Winter Meetings have begun, and it could be an active week for the Giants. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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New Coaches Could Make Big Impact from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

The Giants are hiring coaches who embrace data and technology to hone their craft and help players perform at their best. The team has reportedly hired Donnie Ecker, who is credited with the breako...

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Zaidi Responds to Fans' Misguided Frustrations from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Farhan Zaidi responded to several misguigded questions from season ticket holders on Tuesday night. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Inbox: Is a Nicholas Castellanos Signing Realistic? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Is Nicholas Castellanos a realistic fit? Are the Giants tanking? Should the front office ease tension with the fanbase? Answering your questions in another edition of the Giants mailbag. Learn more...

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Giants Non-Tender Kevin Pillar, Won't Cater to Fan Sentiment from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Examining the Giants' decision to non-tender popular outfielder Kevin Pillar, among three others, and sign Alex Dickerson, Donovan Solano, and Wandy Peralta to one-year deals. Learn more about your...

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Decisions Loom As Non-Tender Deadline Arrives from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

The Giants must choose today whether to tender contracts to Kevin Pillar, Alex Dickerson, Tyler Anderson, Donovan Solano, Joey Rickard, and Wandy Peralta. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit po...

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A Gratitude List for Giants Fans from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

From the stunning beauty of Oracle Park to the dramatically improved farm system, fans of the San Francisco Giants have a lot to be grateful for. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoi...

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Vogt, Pomeranz Deals Demonstrate Giants' Ability to Find Underrated Talent from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stephen Vogt and Drew Pomeranz signed lucrative free agent deals, demonstrating the Giants' ability to target and acquire underrated players. MLB's investigation into Sam Dyson, who's accused of do...

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Giants' Joey Bart, Marco Luciano Are Potential Superstars from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

FanGraphs released its 2020 Giants prospects rankings, and it's hard not to get excited about the future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Decision Looms on Kevin Pillar from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

The non-tender deadline is a week away, and the Giants have a tough decision to make on Kevin Pillar. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Inbox: Which bad contracts could Giants take on to buy prospects? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Farhan Zaidi has discussed a willingness to take on other teams' bad contracts in order to buy young players. Who could he be talking about? All that and more in today's Giants mailbag. Learn more ...

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Callis: Giants Farm System Is Strongest It's Been Since 2010 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

The Giants didn't make any moves to protect their Rule 5-eligible players, but their farm system is on a meteoric rise. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Zaidi: Giants Have Flexibility This Offseason from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Farhan Zaidi discussed numerous topics on the TK Show with Tim Kawakami, including the Giants' improved financial flexibility this offseason. Also addressed on today's show is tonight's deadline to...

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Free Agent Fits for the Giants from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Discussing some free agent fits for the San Francisco Giants. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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SF Chronicle: MLB Probe Cleared Kapler Of Any Wrongdoing from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Amidst a turbulent week for the San Francisco Giants, it's important to differentiate between facts and opinions. Also discussed on today's show is the likelihood that sweeping changes are coming t...

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Inbox: Will Giants Be Aggressive To Overcome Bad PR? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

The Giants had a rough week from a PR perspective. Will they act aggressively this offseason to get fans excited about the team again? Answering that question and more in today's edition of the Gia...

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Gabe Kapler Introduced As Giants Manager In Tense Press Conference from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Gabe Kapler was introduced as the new Giants manager in a tense press conference. What will he bring to the team? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Giants Hire Gabe Kapler As New Manager from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Gabe Kapler is the new Giants manager, and a new era is upon us. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Scott Harris Introduced As GM; Managerial Decision Expected "Very Soon" from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Scott Harris was introduced as Giants GM, and conflicting reports emerged about whether Joe Espada or Gabe Kapler is the favorite to be the team's next manager.. Farhan Zaidi said a decision is exp...

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Giants Hire Scott Harris As New GM from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

The Giants hired Redwood City native and Chicago Cubs Assistant GM Scott Harris to be their new general manager. A managerial decision is expected to follow shortly. Learn more about your ad choice...

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Giants "Focused On" Joe Espada from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

According to a source, the Giants are "focused on" Joe Espada becoming their next manager. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Espada, Kapler, and Quatraro—Not Grifol—Are Managerial Finalists from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

The managerial search is reportedly down to three finalists, and we're finally hearing some updates about the Giants' GM search. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Giants Announce Flurry Of Roster Moves from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

The Giants announced a flurry of roster moves yesterday, including a claim of the intriguing Kean Wong. Also discussed are the details of Tyler Anderson's knee injury and the latest on the Giants' ...

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Is Tyler Anderson Better Than Madison Bumgarner? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

The 2020 Steamer projections are here, and things are looking up for Tyler Anderson and a young Giants starting rotation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Bumgarner, Smith Decisions Loom; Watson Exercises 2020 Option from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

The qualifying offer deadline looms, and the Giants have at least one interesting decision to make. Meanwhile, Tony Watson exercised his 2020 option and there were new twists in the Giants' manager...

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Giants Claim Tyler Anderson, Improve Starting Pitching Outlook from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

In an under-the-radar move, the Giants claimed the injured—but potentially effective—Tyler Anderson from the Rockies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Espada, Grifol, Kapler Are Finalists To Become Giants Manager from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Joe Espada, Pedro Grifol, and Gabe Kapler are reportedly the finalists to become the next Giants manager. Also, the Washington Nationals won the World Series last night for the first time in franch...

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On a Controversial Game 6 and the Joy of Game 7 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Trea Turner was called out on a silly rule, but thankfully it didn't cost the Nationals. Now we get another Game 7. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Inbox: What Statistics Can We Use To Evaluate A Manager? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Answering your questions about Gabe Kapler, the Giants' coaching staff, how to evaluate a manager, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Espada, Kapler On To Next Round; Wotus No Longer Under Consideration from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

The Giants' manager search has reportedly entered round two, with Joe Espada and Gabe Kalper still in the running and Ron Wotus being informed that he no longer under consideration. Also discussed ...

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Bochy Wants To Manage Again—But He Was Not Forced Out from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Bruce Bochy made it clear that he intends to manage again, but it's important to understand that he was not forced out and it was time to move on. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastcho...

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Joe Espada On His Way To San Francisco from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Joe Espada is flying to San Francisco for an in-person interview, and hirings around the league mean the Giants will have their choice when selecting a new manager. Learn more about your ad choices...

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The Nationals' Game 1 Win Looked Familiar to Giants Fans from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

The Nationals' surprising win in World Series Game 1 should have looked familiar to fans of the San Francisco Giants. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Ranking Eight Giants Managerial Candidates from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Eight candidates reportedly have interviewed or will interview for the Giants' managerial vacancy. So...who's the favorite? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Ranking World Series' of the 2010s from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

With three World Series titles, the Giants were the team of the decade. Where do their championships rank among the decade's best? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Longoria Rails Against Robo Umps; Giants Interested in Espada, Quatraro from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Evan Longoria was not a fan of strike call made by a robotic umpire. Meanwhile, the Giants were linked to Astros bench coach Joe Espada and Rays bench coach Matt Quatraro in their search for a new ...

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Diminished Role for Crawford in 2020? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Brandon Crawford suffered through the worst season of his career in 2019. Will he have a diminished role in 2020? Also discussed is the probable plan for Mauricio Dubón, and the likelihood of the G...

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Inbox: Who's the 1B in 2021? What's up with Duggar? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Who will be the 1B in 2021: Belt, Posey, Bart, or someone else? And hat's up with Steven Duggar's poor K/BB? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Could Will Venable Be The Favorite? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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Gabe Kapler For Manager? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

The Giants will reportedly interview Gabe Kapler for their vacant managerial position. Is he a good fit? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Gerrit Cole: Perfect Fit? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

It could take the Giants several years to challenge for a division crown. Who better than Gerrit Cole to help them win a wild card game in the meantime? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podc...

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Dodgers Bounced; Bart Breaks Thumb; the Ball is Dead from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Joey Bart broke his thumb. MLBTR released its annual arbitration projections. The ball is dead...again. And the Dodgers were eliminated from the postseason. It was a busy day. Learn more about your...

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Are Analytics Being Used as a Weapon? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Despite the assertions of a new article in The Nation, analytics are not used as a weapon against players. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Baggarly: "Timing Could be Right" for Ron Wotus from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Analyzing Andrew Baggarly's piece about the managerial candidacy of Ron Wotus, the longest tenured coach in Giants history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Zaidi Conflicted over Deadline Approach; GM Search "High Priority" from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Farhan Zaidi admitted to being conflicted about the team's deadline approach. Meanwhile, his search for a GM is a "high priority." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Melancon Struggles in Atlanta; Kotsay Linked to Giants from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Examining the Giants' 2019 season as a whole, Mark Melancon's bad night in Atlanta, and a Mark Kotsay rumor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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The Myth About Modern Managers from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Contrary to popular belief, modern front offices care a great deal about managers having productive and trusting relationships with players. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.c...

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Zaidi Discusses Offseason Plans, Including Search for New Manager from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Farhan Zaidi discussed a number of fascinating topics, including his search for a new manager, in the Giants' postmortem press conference on Tuesday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcast...

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Bruce Bochy Departs a Beloved Legend from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Capped by an unforgettable ceremony worthy of his legacy, Bruce Bochy managed his last game as a Giant. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Anderson, Adon among Giants' five non-tenders from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks about what the San Francisco Giants did at last night's non-tender deadline. It was predicted to be a non-tender bloodbath across basebal...

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Actually, Sabermetrics Favor Kevin Pillar from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

There's a false rumor going around that sabermetricians only value players with strong OBPs and K/BB ratios. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Which Giants will be non-tendered tonight? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks about the decisions the Giants face ahead of tonight's non-tender deadline. The Giants have 10 players who are eligible for arbitration t...

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On Shark's Strange Season and Tyler Rogers' Elite Ranking from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Jeff Samardzija finished off a very strange season, and Tyler Rogers moved atop a very important list. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Most important non-tender deadline ever? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks about the upcoming non-tender deadline. Teams must decide whether to tender contracts to their arbitration-eligible players by Wednesday ...

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Hot Weather, Hot Ball Lead to Slugfest from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

The ball was flying out of Oracle Park last night, which makes it hard to say whether or not Mad Bum pitched well. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Inbox: Will Giants be in play for Blake Snell? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick answers listeners' questions about the San Francisco Giants. Among the questions asked and answered on today's show are: Do you think the Giant...

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Inbox: Bum's Next Contract? Next Surprising Departure? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Answering your questions on Twitter about Bum's next deal, changes to Oracle Park in 2020, the next surprising departure, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Fit or no fit? Yadi, Profar, Cesar, Santana from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick continues to look at hitters on the MLB Trade Rumors Top 50 Free Agents list and talk about which are possible fits for the Giants—and which ar...

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Is Bruce Bochy Really Retiring? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Bruce Bochy's emotional farewell tour is almost over, but there's bizarre new speculation that he could actually manage again. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Fit or no fit? Cruz, JBJ, La Stella, Wong from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick continues his look through MLB Trade Rumors' Top 50 Free Agents list, talking about which free agent hitters are fits for the San Francisco Gia...

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On the Brink of Elimination from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

The Giants lost a tough one in Boston, and now they're on the brink of elimination. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Free agents Didi Gregorius, Joc Pederson may fit Giants from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick looks at MLB Trade Rumors' Top 50 Free Agents list and discusses which free-agent hitters are fits for the Giants—and which are not. Last week,...

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Bochy Wins 2,000th Game from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Cooperstown-bound Bruce Bochy achieved a major milestone as the Giants beat the Red Sox 11-3. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Giants DFA Shaw, Garcia to make way for four prospects from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks about the San Francisco Giants' decision on Friday to add four prospects to their 40-man roster in order to protect them from this Decemb...

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Yastrzemski's Magical Moment in Boston from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Mike Yastrzemski's debut and home run in Boston was magical and unforgettable. The Giants won a marathon game in 15 innings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Giants mailbag: Will Belt or Crawford be back in 2022? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick answers questions from listeners about the San Francisco Giants. Among the questions asked and answered are: What would you say are the Giants’...

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Giants Mailbag: Offseason Priorities, Salary Dumps, and Final 2019 Evaluations from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Answering your questions on Twitter about offseason priorities, the next salary dump, and final 2019 evaluations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Fit or no fit? Hamels, Archer, Springer, LeMahieu from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick wraps up his discussion about which free-agent starting pitchers from MLB Trade Rumors' Top 50 Free Agents list fit the San Francisco Giants—an...

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Finally a True Pipeline, River Cats Win PCL Title from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

The Giants and their Triple-A affiliate are more connected than ever before, and both teams are reaping the rewards. Meanwhile at the major league level, Tyler Beede, Madison Bumgarner, and Johnny ...

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Fit or no fit? Walker, Richards, Kluber, Morton from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks about which free-agent starting pitchers from MLB Trade Rumors' Top 50 Free Agents list are fits for the San Francisco Giants—and which a...

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Falling Flat at Home from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

With Buster Posey and Brandon Crawford leading the way, the Giants are falling flat at home. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Fit or no fit? Bauer, Tanaka, Quintana, Paxton from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks about which free-agent starting pitchers fit the San Francisco Giants—and which don't. He discusses how Trevor Bauer, Masahiro Tanaka, Ja...

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The Outfield's Dramatic Imrpovement Under Farhan Zaidi from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

It's easy to overlook, but the Giants outfield has been among the best in the NL since mid-June. Despite the criticism he endured early on, Farhan Zaidi's process has worked so far—and it's only th...

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The silver lining to Drew Smyly's new deal with Braves from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks about the San Francisco Giants losing free agent Drew Smyly to a one-year, $11M deal with the Atlanta Braves. While it's disappointing to...

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Cueto Brilliant in Return as Giants Fire Eight Pro Scouts from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Johnny Cueto was brilliant in his return from Tommy John surgery. Meanwhile, the Giants fired 40% of their pro scouts with more sweeping changes likely to follow. Learn more about your ad choices. ...

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Inbox: With Gausman back, how will Giants fill out rest of rotation for 2021? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick answers questions from listeners about the San Francisco Giants. Among the questions asked and answered are: How do you think the Giants will f...

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On Bum's Next Contract and Posey's Shaken Confidence from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

The Giants lost a tough one, and Buster Posey admitted that his confidence has taken a hit. Meanwhile, Madison Bumgarner's next contract will probably be for a lot less than people think. Learn mor...

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Gausman accepts Giants' qualifying offer, will return in 2021 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick discusses Kevin Gausman accepting the San Francisco Giants' $18.9M qualifying offer. Bringing back Gausman was a top priority for president of ...

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Giants Beat—But Can't Quite Sweep—LA from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Dubón got to Kershaw and Tyler Beede answered Bochy's challenge, but the Giants could not quite sweep LA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Giants sign INF Jason Vosler to major league contract from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick discusses the San Francisco Giants' signing of minor league free agent Jason Vosler to a major league contract. It's a peculiar move, and one t...

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Let the Evaluations Begin from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

With the Giants all but eliminated from postseason contention, their focus has shifted toward players for the future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Mac Williamson sues Giants over concussion that 'ended my career' from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks about former San Francisco Giants outfielder Mac Williamson suing the club over a concussion that 'ended my career.' Ben also talks about...

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Jaylin Davis Arrives from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

The Giants finally called up intriguing outfield prospect Jaylin Davis, and the Giants won a crazy back and forth game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Inbox: Would Giants trade from position player prospect depth for stud young pitcher? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick answers San Francisco Giants questions submitted by listeners on Twitter. Among the questions asked and answered are: Would the Giants consider...

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On Corban Joseph, Cueto's Setback, and Rodríguez's Wasted Gem from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

The Giants claimed Corban Joseph, Johnny Cueto suffered a minor setback, and Dereck Rodríguez twirled a gem in a 1-0 loss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Giants mailbag: Should they trade for Lindor? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick answers San Francisco Giants questions submitted by listeners on Twitter. Among the questions asked and answered are: Do you see the Giants try...

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Future Comes Into Focus from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

The Giants have played their way out of contention, so it's time to start thinking about their next GM, manager, and wave of talent. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adcho...

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Election Day: Voting for the 2020 All-MLB Team from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick casts his ballot for the 2020 All-MLB team, in honor of the still-undetermined U.S. Presidential Election. Fans are allowed to vote once every ...

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On Pillar's 20th, Moronta's Injury, Webb's Brilliance, and Cueto's Impending Return from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

A lot happened over the weekend, but wins were once again hard to come by. Logan Webb and Madison Bumgarner twirled gems, Kevin Pillar became the first Giant to hit 20 home runs since 2015, and Joh...

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Reacting to MLBTR's Top 50 Free Agents with Predictions from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick reacts to MLB Trade Rumors' Top 50 Free Agents with Predictions. It's always fun to see this annual list from MLBTR, and this year was no diffe...

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Dubón Debuts as Giants Fade from Contention from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Mauricio Dubón made his Giants debut and collected his first major league hit, but Dereck Rodríguez was roughed up again. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Giants extend $18.9M qualifying offer to Kevin Gausman from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks about the San Francisco Giants' decision to extend the $18.9 million qualifying offer to Kevin Gausman. Gausman was always a borderline c...

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Off Day Q&A from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Answering your questions about free agent pitchers, moving in the fences, a Brandon Belt trade, and Gerrit Cole rumors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Inbox: Will the Giants take advantage of other teams' cost cutting? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick answers questions from listeners about the San Francisco Giants. Among the questions asked and answered are: Do you think the front office is c...

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The Mauricio Dubón Era Begins from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

The Giants called up Mauricio Dubón, who figures to have a big role now and for seasons to come. In other news, Scooter Gennett was released, Trevor Gott was placed on the IL, Taylor Rogers and Joe...

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Brad Hand is on waivers, and the Giants should absolutely claim him from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, Ben Kaspick talks about a couple of surprising decisions made by the St. Louis Cardinals and Cleveland Indians. The Cardinals declined Kolten Wong's $12.5M club...

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No Time For Sloppy Play from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

The Giants lost a sloppy game at home, and they'll need to right the ship in a hurry in order to stay in the wild card hunt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Justin Turner's recklessness puts a stain on Dodgers' World Series win from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks about the Los Angeles Dodgers winning the World Series amidst Justin Turner's positive COVID test and subsequent reckless behavior. The g...

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Clutch Comebacks Keep Hopes Alive from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

The Giants refuse to give up and remain in the thick of the wild card race with just 32 games remaining. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Inbox: Should the Giants pursue Joc Pederson? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick answers questions from listeners submitted on Twitter. Among the questions asked and answered on this edition of the mailbag: Is Tyler Anderson...

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Deep Dives on Samardzija and Crawford from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

The Giants were swept by the Cubs as Jeff Samardzija continued his strangely great season and Brandon Crawford continued to exhibit a troubling trend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcas...

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The Dodgers are on the brink from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks about the three World Series games over the weekend between the Dodgers and the Rays. Game 3 was an easy win for the Dodgers behind ace W...

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Offense Erupts but D-Rod, Bullpen Falter from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

The Giants offense was electric but D-Rod and several key relief pitchers faltered in a big loss to the Cubs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Giants mailbag: Thoughts and stats on Brandon Belt being a Gold Glove Award finalist? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, Ben Kaspick answers San Francsico Giants questions submitted by listeners on Twitter. Among the questions asked and answered are: Which Giants player is most li...

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Overmatched from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Tyler Beede continued to scuffle and the Giants looked predictably overmatched against the Cubs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Brandon Lowe catching fire could spell trouble for Dodgers from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, Ben Kaspick talks about the Tampa Bay Rays' win in World Series Game 2 against the Los Angeles Dodgers. The Dodgers dominated and looked like the superior team ...

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Braves' Anthopoulos praises Zaidi, Giants from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, Ben Kaspick talks about the World Series and high praise for the Giants from a high ranking member of the Atlanta Braves. Alex Anthopoulos, the Braves' presiden...

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Yaz and Webb Shine Bright in Arizona from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Mike Yastrzemski blasted three home runs on Friday and Logan Webb pitched beautifully in his major league debut on Saturday. Despite losing on Sunday, the Giants took three of four from the D-Backs...

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Predicting next contracts for Gausman, Smyly, La Stella from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, Ben Kaspick predicts the next contracts for Kevin Gausman, Drew Smyly, and Tommy La Stella. The Giants would like to bring Gausman and Smyly back next year, but...

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D-Rod Saves the Day from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

The Giants got a much-needed strong start from Dereck Rodriguez, whose struggles this season should not be blamed on the front office. Meanwhile, the right-handed lineup was firing on all cylinders...

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Rays-Dodgers is an excellent World Series matchup from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks about the Dodgers winning NLCS Game 7 and going to their third World Series in four years. It's a tremendous accomplishment for this Dodg...

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Starters Starting To Unravel from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Tyler Beede turned in another rough outing, and the Giants' young starters are officially leaking oil. Alex Dickerson was activated off the injured list and Pablo Sandoval was placed on the IL with...

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Comparing Giants' preseason projections to what actually happened: SP, RP from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, Ben Kaspick continues to break down the Giants' preseason FanGraphs projections and compares them to what actually transpired in 2020. Over the last few days, B...

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Torture Is Back from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Madison Bumgarner twirled a gem, the Giants ratcheted up their commitment to platoons, and things got dicey in a torturous 9th. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Comparing Giants' preseason projections to what actually happened: C, LF, CF, RF from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today's Locked On Giants, Ben Kaspick talks about the San Francisco Giants' FanGraphs preseason projections at catcher, left field, center field, and right field and compares them to what actual...

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Their Most Entertaining Game In Years from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Capped by their most entertaining game in years, the Giants took three of four from the Phillies and stayed in the thick wild card race. Will Smith had a big hit and laughed all the way up the line...

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Introducing Locked On Giants! from 2019-03-23T21:45

Introducing Locked On Giants Baseball, a daily podcast that's part of the Locked On Podcast Network. The show will be hosted by Ben Kaspick, who founded the Giants baseball podcast CoveCast in 2015...

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Introducing Locked On Giants! from 2019-03-23T21:45

Introducing Locked On Giants Baseball, a daily podcast that's part of the Locked On Podcast Network. The show will be hosted by Ben Kaspick, who founded the Giants baseball podcast CoveCast in 2015...

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Comparing Giants' preseason projections to what actually happened: 1B, 2B, 3B, SS from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Giants Dominate, Promote Top Prospects from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Checking in on Ben's postseason predictions from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Insult to Injury from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Key offseason dates and deadlines for the Giants from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Goodbye Joe Panik from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Giants mailbag: How will the pandemic affect the free agent and trade markets? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Roster Shakeup Necessary? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Inbox: What would you consider a successful 2021 season for the Giants? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Their Second Consecutive Series Loss from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Handing out grades for the 2020 Giants from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Offense, Young Starters Leaking Oil as Roster Decisions Loom from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

The Giants were the majors' most improved offense in 2020 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Giants Win Again After Dizzying Deadline from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

The Giants' offensive improvement was dramatic, and it can't be explained by changes to Oracle Park from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Giants Make Five Trades; Bum and Smith Stay from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Giants prospects report to Scottsdale for vital development in fall Instructional League from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Rumors Swirling as Trade Deadline Arrives from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Zaidi sees progress in 2020, says goal is 'to be a playoff team next year' from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Answering Your Questions as Trade Deadline Looms from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Who are the Giants' free agents, and who's coming back? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Seven Straight Series Wins from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Giants' season ends in heartbreak, but it was ultimately a success from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Answering Questions About Trade Rumors, Bum, Tony Kemp, Matt Duffy, and More from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Giants lose heartbreaker vs. Rockies, but remain in playoff position entering final weekend from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

The Biggest Mistake They Can Make from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Du-bomb! Dubón's blast, Webb's strong outing following opener propel Giants into playoff position from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

They Refuse to Lose from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Kapler's moves pay off again as Giants move closer to playoff position from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

A Winning Team from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Cueto struggles vs. Rox, but Giants remain in thick of wild card race from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

The Kids Are Alright from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Giants enter season's final week on cusp of playoff position from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Bumgarner Brilliant as Giants Win Again Despite Questionable Decision in 7th from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Resilient Giants overcome deficit, injury, ejection to sweep Mariners from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Playing Meaningful Games After Dominant Sweep from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Smyly, powerful offense lift Giants to "road" win over M's in SF from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Firing On All Cylinders from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Air quality shifts Giants-Mariners series to San Francisco from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

The Hottest Team in Baseball from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Giants mailbag: Do you believe Zaidi can identify top tier pitching talent eventually? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Trade Rumors Swirl as Offense Stays Hot, Starters Shine in MIL from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Giants fall flat in doubleheader following Alex Dickerson's false positive Covid-19 test from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Answering Questions about Steven Duggar, Trades vs. Entertainment Value, and Comparing Rebuilds from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Sandoval released as Smoak added; Smyly dominant in loss from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

The Best and Worst Moments of the First Half from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Ahead of huge series, talking Giants-Padres with Locked On Padres host Javier Reyes from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

State of the Giants: Pitchers from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Kapler's moves pay off as Giants rally back vs. Mariners from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

State of the Giants: Position Players from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Giants solve D-backs' ace Gallen, reach .500 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Finishing The First Half With A Flurry from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Giants power past Bumgarner, D-backs, pull closer to .500 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Answering Your #SFGiants Questions on Twitter from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Giants mailbag: Can anyone at the Alternate Site help the 2020 Giants? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Offense Stays Hot as Media Finally Begins to Recognize Zaidi's Plan from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Giants drop tough one to Rockies but remain in thick of wild card race from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Reaping Rewards of Discernible Plan as Offense, Tyler Beede Cruise from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Dickerson homers thrice as Giants crush Rockies, pull into playoff position from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Gaining Consistent Advantages With Platoons as Samardzija Goes Eight Strong from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Giants mailbag: Which players currently on 28-man roster won't be here next year? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Looking Well Rounded, At Least for One Weekend from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Giants stand pat at deadline—how slow rental market likely dictated inactivity from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Giants Finally Embracing Platoons; Should They Claim Hernán Pérez? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Gausman: "I could get traded and definitely see me re-signing here. I really like this team." from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Samardzija's ERA Continues To Rise Just Like Peripherals Predicted from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Giants-Dodgers game postponed in protest; Kapler, Betts speak out from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Zaidi Acquisitions Continue to Impress as Smith, Bumgarner Trade Rumors Swirl from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Solano's walk-off shot gives Giants seventh straight win from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Zaidi Acquisitions Lone Bright Spots in Otherwise Depressing Lineup from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Inbox: What will the Giants do at next week's trading deadline? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Alex Dickerson Erupts in Arizona; Not Just "Some Rando" from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Red-hot Giants win sixth straight, finish first half in playoff position from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

The Low Point of Madison Bumgarner's Career from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Joey Bart plays supporting role in debut as Giants' righty lineup pounds Angels again from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Every Batter Is Mike Trout Against the Giants in the 1st from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Giants promote top prospect Joey Bart, and he's in the starting lineup from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On Using Openers Against LA and the Demise of Posey and Crawford from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393