Locked On Giants – Daily Podcast On The San Francisco Giants

After losing 97 games, should the Giants really approach 2027 as a contention year? San Francisco Standard columnist John Shea argues the Giants would be better served using next season to continue developing their young talent and targeting 2028, when more of their rapidly improving farm system could be ready to make an impact. We break down that argument and what it would mean for Buster Posey's offseason plans. Plus, another column takes aim at the Giants following their disastrous season, and we spotlight an intriguing San Francisco prospect heading to the Arizona Fall League.

Buster Posey and the Giants' front office faced the media following a disastrous 97-loss season, addressing what went wrong and how San Francisco plans to fix it heading into 2027. We break down the biggest takeaways from Posey's end-of-season press conference, what he revealed about the Giants' offseason priorities and where questions still remain. Plus, the first group of players has officially elected free agency, giving us an early look at potential options as San Francisco begins reshaping its roster. Finally, with October baseball underway, we check in on the former Giants who will have a chance to chase a World Series championship this postseason.

The Giants' major-league season may have been a disaster, but their farm system had a very different 2026. San Francisco came away as one of the biggest winners at the MiLB Awards, providing even more evidence of how dramatically the organization's prospect pipeline has improved. We break down the Giants' award winners and what their development could mean for the future. Plus, with the season officially over, what's next for Buster Posey and the front office? A potential December lockout could create an unusual offseason timeline and perhaps incentive to get business done early. Finally, Posey has identified the bullpen as a major offseason focus after it became one of the Giants' biggest weaknesses in 2026.

The Giants' disastrous 2026 season is officially over after another sweep at the hands of the Dodgers, and we look back at just how dramatically this roster changed by comparing the Opening Day lineup to the group that finished the season. We also get into the curious decision not to get Zach Morgan into a game before the year ended. More importantly, we say goodbye to Giants legend Mike Krukow after he called the final game of his remarkable broadcasting career and delivered an emotional farewell to Giants fans. Plus, Camilo Doval made his return to San Francisco and has made it clear he'd like to stick around, so we examine whether this unexpected reunion could continue into 2027.

The San Francisco Giants concluded the 2026 season with an extra-innings loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers, but, more importantly, it was also the last time the team would play a game with Mike Krukow on the call. Luminaries from the San Francisco Giants organization and the sporting world at large all stuck around after the 5-1 loss to pay tribute to a true living legend, marking the end of Mike Krukow's 36 years in the booth. On the field, the San Francisco Giants used 10 different pitchers in their final game of the season and went 1-10 with runners in scoring position as the clutch hit evaded them all night long. A fitting end on the field for a disappointing season.

Logan Webb has been the face of the San Francisco Giants for the last few years, but this season he earned one of the organization's most prestigious awards and was honored pregame today with the Willie Mac Award. As exciting as the ceremony was, the good vibes didn't translate to the San Francisco Giants' play on the field, as they struck out 14 times in a 2-0 loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers. Yunior Marte pitched pretty well despite giving up two solo home runs, and the bullpen provided four shutout innings. Unfortunately for the San Francisco Giants, the offense only mustered three hits as Tarik Skubal put on a clinic from the mound tonight and showed everyone why he might still be the best pitcher in all of baseball.

The Giants are bringing Camilo Doval back for one last opportunity, setting up an unexpected reunion with their former closer during the final weekend of the season. We break down why San Francisco made the move, what Doval could still have to offer and whether there's any chance this reunion extends beyond the weekend. Plus, the Giants officially add Jesús Rodríguez, Trystan Vrieling, Parks Harber and Carlos De La Rosa to the organization for essentially nothing, continuing to stockpile players who could factor into 2027 and beyond. With Doval and Zach Morgan also potentially putting the Giants into the MLB record books for players used in a single season, we take stock of one of the strangest Giants seasons in recent memory. Finally, it's our last episode while the 2026 season is still being played, as we preview one final series against the Dodgers.

The Giants' disastrous 2026 season is almost over, and ESPN isn't pulling any punches, giving San Francisco an F in his final grades for all 30 MLB teams. We break down whether that grade accurately reflects just how badly this season went and what has to change heading into 2027. Plus, Zach Morgan is back with the Giants and could help San Francisco tie an MLB record by becoming the 71st player they've used this season, another illustration of just how much roster turnover there has been. Finally, we dive into a reported pre-agreement with a 13-year-old international shortstop, what a pre-agreement actually means and why it's not as unusual as it sounds given the Giants' history with prospects like Josuar Gonzalez and Luis Hernandez.

The San Francisco Giants continued limping to the finish line today, falling to the Minnesota Twins 4-2 and losing their 14th series of the season in the second half. Cesar Perdomo pitched well enough to keep the San Francisco Giants within striking distance, but a costly throwing error by Christian Koss in the 7th inning directly led to the go-ahead runs for the Minnesota Twins. With one more series to play in the regular season, many questions remain about how the San Francisco Giants will look next season, and who will be pitching for the club.

The Giants are using the final games of a lost season to find out who deserves to stick around in 2027, and several young players are getting their opportunity to prove themselves. We break down which of San Francisco's late-season additions have done enough to enter the offseason with a legitimate chance at a roster spot and which players still have something to show. Meanwhile, the Giants' pitching injury problems continue, with Blade Tidwell likely headed for Tommy John surgery — another significant blow to an organization that has already lost several young arms. Plus, we take a closer look at Brett Harris after the Giants claimed the versatile infielder and examine whether he could become another useful depth piece moving forward.

The San Francisco Giants were one hit away from taking the lead in the ninth inning, but the clutch hit they needed evaded them all game long as they fell to the Minnesota Twins 3-2 tonight at Oracle Park. Anthony Molina was charged with the loss but pitched well enough for a win, spinning six solid innings while allowing only two runs. Bo Davidson, who made his MLB debut last night, picked up another hit today in a big moment in the 8th inning, and the kid looks like he belongs at the big-league level.

Bo Davidson has officially arrived for the San Francisco Giants. Davidson went 1-for-4 with a stolen base and a run scored in his MLB debut, putting himself in some extremely rare company in Giants history. We break down what stood out from Davidson, the Giants’ win, the unfortunate injury to Blade Tidwell, and Marcelo Mayer’s debut. Plus, the Giants will finish the 2026 season without Bryce Eldridge and Jung Hoo Lee. Eldridge has been placed on the 7-day concussion IL after entering concussion protocol, while Lee lands on the 10-day IL with a groin contusion. We look back at what we learned from both players this season and what it means heading into 2027. Finally, it’s time for some Giants prospect watching. We dive into Baseball America’s latest prospect rankings, Scott Bandura joining the Giants’ MLB Pipeline Top 30, his development this season, and when some of San Francisco’s most intriguing prospects could realistically arrive in the big leagues.

It was an ugly weekend for the Giants as the Dodgers completed the sweep, but there were still a few developments worth watching. Matt “Tugboat” Wilkinson delivered five scoreless innings against Los Angeles and continues to give San Francisco reasons to be excited about his future, while Jung Hoo Lee provided another bright spot. We also get into the very brief Philip Abner experience after a disastrous outing followed by his departure from the roster. Plus, the Giants finally made the move we've been discussing for weeks and shut Logan Webb down for the remainder of the season, ending another massive workload for their ace. Finally, we discuss the difficult news surrounding longtime Giants broadcaster Duane Kuiper and send our best wishes to Kuip and his family.

The San Francisco Giants were in line for a victory when starting pitcher Matt Wilkinson exited after five innings of shutout ball, but the bullpen quickly surrendered the one-run lead and the would-be victory as they fell 3-1 in the final game of this three-game series at Chavez Ravine. Offensively, the San Francisco Giants never got anything going as they had just two hits in today's contest.

The San Francisco Giants dropped yet another road series after falling to the Los Angeles Dodgers tonight, 10-4, at Chavez Ravine. Victor Bericoto showed off his power as he crushed a 425-foot home run and also added a double, both coming off Tarik Skubal. Yunior Marte got the start for the San Francisco Giants, laboring through 4.2 innings while surrendering six runs. The season continues to slowly circle the drain for the San Francisco Giants.

The San Francisco Giants hung tough with the Los Angeles Dodgers for most of this one until Philip Abner surrendered four home runs in the 8th inning and doomed the black and orange to another blowout loss. Starting pitcher Cesar Perdomo was wild at times but overall effective in his 4.2 innings of work against one of the best lineups in baseball. Jung Hoo Lee swatted his 10th home run of the season in the loss, but how does he factor into the San Francisco Giants' future in the outfield? Plus, Logan Webb's season is over as he hits the IL.

The minor-league season is coming to an end, but several Giants prospects are making sure they finish it with some momentum. Jackson Flora impressed in his Double-A debut and Kaeden Kent continued to shine as Richmond's season came to an end, adding even more intrigue to a Giants farm system that has taken a major step forward. Plus, MLB Pipeline named Jonah Cox the Giants' breakout prospect of 2026, and his late-season opportunity in the majors is giving San Francisco a chance to find out how much of that success can translate to the next level. Finally, can the Giants somehow help “save” the 2027 season before 2026 is even over? With six games remaining against a Dodgers team battling for a first-round bye, San Francisco has an opportunity to make Los Angeles' October path a little more difficult — and potentially keep the baseball salary-cap conversation from getting another boost. We also look ahead to an expected decision on Logan Webb as the season winds down.

Just how high is the ceiling for Bryce Eldridge? The Giants' young slugger is already putting himself in impressive company, and we break down what his early major-league production tells us about the type of hitter he could ultimately become. Plus, the Jung Hoo Lee debates are back as Giants fans continue evaluating exactly what San Francisco has in its center fielder and what expectations should look like moving forward. Finally, 2026 first-round pick Jackson Flora continues his rapid rise through the organization with a move to Double-A, putting one of the Giants' most important pitching prospects another step closer to the majors.

Rafael Devers continues to make the Giants' blockbuster trade look better and better, putting up numbers San Francisco hasn't seen since Barry Bonds while Kyle Harrison struggles and James Tibbs III remains outside the Top 100 prospect conversation. We revisit the deal and examine just how decisively it has swung toward Buster Posey and the Giants so far, while acknowledging there's still plenty of time for the prospects involved to change the equation. Plus, the San Jose Giants combine for a no-hitter behind Argenis Cayama, Ian Korn and Eric Nachtsheim, giving us three more young arms to know in an increasingly interesting farm system. Finally, with only nine games remaining and Logan Webb lined up to face the Dodgers, a decision on whether the Giants will let their ace finish the season should be coming soon.

The San Francisco Giants picked up their first series win away from Oracle Park since the All-Star break with a 6-5 win over the St. Louis Cardinals today at Busch Stadium. Drew Gilbert was the hero for the San Francisco Giants, clubbing a pinch-hit two-run shot in the top of the 10th inning to put his team ahead. Anthony Molina bounced back after a lackluster outing in his last appearance, rolling through 5.2 scoreless innings while striking out six. The rubber-match win today is just the second such win for the San Francisco Giants since the All-Star break.

The San Francisco Giants finally ensured they would not see triple-digit losses in 2026, as they picked up their 63rd win of the season with a 10-3 victory over the St. Louis Cardinals. Bryce Eldridge got things started with his 17th home run of the season in the first inning to give the San Francisco Giants an early lead. Blade Tidwell had a few rocky moments early in his start, but was able to wiggle out of jams with minimal damage and finished the day with what was possibly his best start in a San Francisco Giants uniform.

Could Rafael Devers really be on the move again? Buster Olney floated Devers as a potential fit for the Yankees, while Paul Hembekides suggested a return to third base could make sense, so we break down whether there's actually a scenario where the Giants would consider trading their star slugger only a year after acquiring him. Plus, San Francisco's late-season roster barely resembles the team that opened the year, with only two players from the Opening Day roster in the latest starting lineup. Is all of this movement simply about evaluating players in a lost season, or are the Giants falling back into some of the roster-churning habits of the Farhan Zaidi era? Finally, we profile pitching prospect Jacob Bresnahan after an impressive stretch in the minors.

The San Francisco Giants had a ton of opportunity to win today, but the team struggled at the plate in clutch situations and ultimately fell to the St. Louis Cardinals 2-1 today at Busch Stadium. Landen Roupp again struggled with his control and was inefficient through his 4.1 innings of work, but when he exited this game, there was still a 0 on the scoreboard for the St. Louis Cardinals. Reiver Sanmartin was unable to get out of the jam without letting a pair of inherited runners score, and the San Francisco Giants offense never delivered the key situational hit, going just 1-for-7 with runners in scoring position in the loss.

The Giants are officially shutting Rafael Devers down, with the star slugger set to undergo season-ending core muscle surgery, and that raises a bigger question with just 12 games remaining: should Logan Webb be next? We debate whether there's anything left to gain by continuing to run Webb out there after another massive workload, or whether San Francisco should protect its ace and turn the remaining innings over to younger arms. Plus, we profile Scott Bandura after his promotion to the big leagues and look at what Giants fans should actually want to see accomplished over the final 12 games of a lost season.

The San Francisco Giants found out this weekend that they are losing Rafael Devers for the rest of the season and, if that wasn't bad enough, the team was also swept in a three-game series by the San Diego Padres as they fell today 6-4. Logan Webb was not sharp today, as he was roughed up for six runs in just five innings of work. The rough start on the mound, combined with the San Francisco Giants' putrid .166 batting average with runners in scoring position today, makes the 6-4 loss seem like a minor miracle.

The Giants may be out of the race, but there's still plenty to play for down the stretch. We discuss San Francisco's opportunity to finish the season strong, play spoiler and continue building some positive momentum heading into 2027. Plus, 2026 first-round pick Jackson Flora is making an impressive first impression in pro ball, and we break down what has stood out from the young pitcher and how quickly he could climb through the Giants' system. Finally, the Giants are literally paying fans to come to Oracle Park as part of a unique ticket promotion, and we explain what's behind it and what it says about the final weeks of a disappointing season.

Tony Vitello's first season managing the Giants hasn't gone according to plan, but we're learning much more about how he views the job and where he wants to take the organization. Andrew Baggarly sat down with Vitello for an extensive Q&A, and we break down the biggest takeaways about his transition from college baseball, what he's learned during a difficult first season and his vision for the Giants moving forward. Plus, Yahoo Sports examines everything that went wrong for San Francisco in 2026 and where the organization goes from here. Finally, the Giants continue searching for pitching depth by adding Duncan Davitt, and we look at what the right-hander could bring to the organization.

The San Francisco Giants trailed by five runs headed into the 8th inning but came roaring back with a six-run, two-out rally to put them ahead for the 7-6 win and secure their first sweep of the season. Today's lineup featured only one player from the opening day lineup (Jung Hoo Lee), yet this squad is playing their best brand of baseball all season long with most of their big-name players on the shelf. In fact, since Willy Adames hit the IL, the San Francisco Giants are three games over .500. Rafael Devers got the day off today, snapping his streak of 309 consecutive games played but that did not stop Bryce Eldridge from producing at the plate again. The rookie slugger is showing you every day that he's the real deal.

The San Francisco Giants continue to get incredible power production from their 21-year-old rookie, Bryce Eldridge, and they rode his hot streak to a 2-1 win today over the St. Louis Cardinals. Eldridge cracked a first-inning home run, and Christian Koss followed it up with a solo shot of his own in the second inning. Landen Roupp struggled with his command at times today but still gave the San Francisco Giants six innings of shutout ball, marking his third consecutive outing holding his opponent to one run or less. With the win today, the San Francisco Giants take the series from the St. Louis Cardinals as they continue to play their best brand of baseball that they have all season long.

Can a strong finish to a disastrous season actually carry over into 2027? The Giants are getting an extended look at their young players down the stretch, and we discuss whether playing winning baseball in September can create any meaningful momentum heading into next season. Plus, San Francisco continues making smaller transactions involving slightly older players, raising the question of whether they're simply searching for organizational depth or identifying potential late bloomers who could stick around. Finally, we profile Lorenzo Meola, one of the more intriguing defenders in the Giants' farm system, and examine what his glove and versatility could mean for his future. MLB Pipeline currently lists Meola among the organization's best defensive prospects.

The San Francisco Giants outlasted the St. Louis Cardinals in an extra-innings battle tonight at Oracle Park, with Shay Whitcomb delivering the walk-off single in the bottom of the 11th inning. While it was a nice moment for Whitcomb, the real star tonight was Bryce Eldridge, who delivered sensational defense at first base and three RBIs for the San Francisco Giants offense. Rafael Devers also pitched in two doubles and Logan Webb regained his dominant form after his disastrous prior outing. While the game tonight had many momentum shifts and lead changes, it all worked out for the San Francisco Giants in their 60th win of the season.

The Giants dropped another series, but the final weeks of this season are becoming less about wins and losses and more about finding out who belongs in 2027. We break down the good, the bad and the ugly from the weekend, including impressive performances from Anthony Molina and Cesar Perdomo, a rough outing for Matt “Tugboat” Wilkinson and a bullpen that continues to be a major problem. With so many young players getting opportunities, has this version of the Giants actually become more watchable than expected? Plus, we revisit Buster Posey's trade deadline after MLB scouts and executives highlighted deals they liked a month later, and look at how some of the Giants' moves are aging. Finally, we preview the upcoming series against the St. Louis Cardinals.

The San Francisco Giants were on the verge of their first rubber-match victory since July, but an eighth-inning collapse by Carson Seymour spelled another come-from-ahead loss for the orange and black, final score 4-2 at Citi Field. The embattled reliever first surrendered a solo home run to start the frame and, later in the inning, gave up the back-breaking three-run bomb to Bo Bichette. The loss wraps up another disappointing road trip for the San Francisco Giants, who are a meager 6-17-2 in series away from Oracle Park this season.

The San Francisco Giants took down the New York Mets today, thanks in large part to the four home runs that Rafael Devers and Christian Koss combined to hit today at Citi Field in the 9-5 win. As a whole, the San Francisco Giants whacked six home runs in the win. Rafael Devers has been on a tear lately and continues to show why he's got the potential to be one of the best power bats in the league every year. Trade deadline acquisition Anthony Molina continues to impress on the mound, as today he tossed five innings while surrendering only two unearned runs on one hit.

The Giants continue searching for value as they build toward 2027. We break down one of the most underrated prospects in San Francisco's improving farm system and why he could become a name Giants fans need to know. Plus, the organization adds another intriguing young player in Darren Baker, bringing Dusty Baker's son into the Giants organization and giving him an opportunity to compete for a future role. Finally, could the MLB Draft Lottery actually disappear? With the current CBA expiring before the lottery would normally take place, we explain why the system could potentially change and how that could turn the Giants' terrible 2026 record into an even more valuable draft position.

The San Francisco Giants dropped their 26th series of the season as they fell to the Pittsburgh Pirates 5-2 today at PNC Park. Offensively, the team struggled mightily, as they mustered only two hits, one an infield single and the other a pinch-hit double. Obviously, the lackluster offensive effort was nowhere near enough to make up for the multitude of walks and bad defensive plays that plagued the San Francisco Giants today. Up next, the San Francisco Giants continue their road trip with a series against the New York Mets, starting tomorrow at Citi Field.

Jackson Flora is moving up. The Giants' top 2026 draft pick continues his rapid start to professional baseball with a promotion, giving us another reason to track how quickly one of the organization's most important young arms can climb through the system. We break down Flora's early development, what his promotion means and how he fits into the Giants' suddenly much stronger pitching pipeline. Plus, we look at which Giants prospects stand out in MiLB's best-tools conversation and what those individual tools tell us about the organization's improving farm system. Finally, we take a closer look at Yunior Marte, his path to the majors and whether he can establish himself as another young arm worth watching heading into 2027.

For the second night in a row, the San Francisco Giants took the Pittsburgh Pirates down to the wire, but tonight the orange and black scratched and clawed their way to a win in the 10th inning. The youth delivered again today, as Turner Hill and Bryce Eldridge both drove in runs in the extra frame to put the San Francisco Giants ahead. Rafael Devers extended his hit streak to 10 games and pushed his home run streak to three games with a first-inning blast over the center field wall.

The Giants didn't get the win, but their young players aren't going quietly. San Francisco battled all the way back from a 12-7 deficit to tie the game, and watching this team down the stretch is starting to feel a little like Hard Knocks: young players getting opportunities and essentially auditioning for spots on the 2027 roster. We break down who is making the most of those opportunities and what can still be learned over the final weeks of the season. Plus, Rafael Devers continues to swing a red-hot bat while Logan Webb has struggled recently. After another long season carrying the Giants' rotation, should San Francisco consider shutting Webb down rather than pushing him through his final starts? Finally, we take a closer look at Cesar Perdomo and what the young prospect could bring to the Giants' system.

The San Francisco Giants mounted an incredible comeback attempt tonight, only to come up short as they fell 13-12 to the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park. After Logan Webb surrendered a career-high nine runs in just two innings, the San Francisco Giants rallied all the way back from a six-run deficit to tie the game in the bottom of the eighth inning, only to lose on an errant throw to first from Osleivis Basabe with two outs in the bottom of the ninth inning, which allowed the winning run to score from third. With another walk-off loss tonight, the San Francisco Giants increased their league-leading walk-off loss total to 11.

The Giants have spent much of this lost season evaluating young talent, and with 22 rookies already appearing in the majors, it's time to figure out who has actually made the most of the opportunity. We rank the young Giants who have positioned themselves best for a role in 2027 and discuss whether cycling through this many rookies is a sign of healthy evaluation or evidence of just how many holes remain on the roster. With the final month underway, players like Bryce Eldridge and others have a real opportunity to make decisions easier for Buster Posey this winter. Plus, could the upcoming free-agent class be better than advertised? Several significant players have opt-outs or contract options that could deepen the market considerably, giving the Giants more potential avenues to improve the roster than it initially appeared.

The San Francisco Giants rallied late to beat the Atlanta Braves 7-3 today at Truist Park as Rafael Devers hit his 30th home run of the season. Jonah Cox also added a home run of his own and recorded a key RBI bunt single as well. Anthony Molina pitched exceptionally well today in the win over his former team, as he struck out five consecutive batters at one point in his second win of the season. Turner Hill also had a pivotal six-pitch at-bat that resulted in a two-run double, extending the San Francisco Giants' big 4-run rally in the 6th inning. This game was originally supposed to be played last June as the conclusion of a three-game series in which the San Francisco Giants had won the first two games, but, despite the win today, this does not count as a three-game sweep according to the Elias Sports Bureau.

Is Tony Vitello being disrespected around Major League Baseball? After another Giants series loss, Vitello revealed that his latest ejection got “personal, real quick,” with questions about his lack of professional experience apparently becoming part of the interaction. We discuss whether umpires and others around the league still view Vitello differently because he jumped directly from college baseball to managing the Giants, whether he needs to adjust his approach, and how much of this is simply something he'll have to endure until he establishes himself at the major-league level. Buster Posey has made it clear Vitello will return in 2027, while Vitello says he's willing to go through “hell or high water” to turn the Giants around. Plus, Willy Adames is officially out as his injury-plagued season comes to an end, and we take a closer look at Anthony Molina and what the Giants may have in the pitcher acquired at the trade deadline.

The San Francisco Giants had a very busy day today at Oracle Park as they split a doubleheader against the Arizona Diamondbacks, with Jeff Kent's jersey retirement sandwiched between the two games. Both Matt Wilkinson and Yunior Marte, who made his MLB debut tonight, pitched very well, and Bryce Eldridge reached base six times in his nine plate appearances during the doubleheader. The only true blemish on an otherwise delightful day at Oracle Park was Ryan Walker surrendering a game-changing grand slam to Lars Nootbar in the 7th inning of the matinee matchup.

The San Francisco Giants got decent run production tonight offensively, but the pitching staff, especially Blade Tidwell, was not very sharp in their 10-6 loss to the Arizona Diamondbacks tonight at Oracle Park. A five-run third inning put the San Francisco Giants behind early, and four more runs surrendered by Spencer Bivens in relief were just too big of a hole for the offense to dig its way out. Bryce Eldridge picked up his 15th home run of the season in the defeat, as the rookie continues to be one of the few bright spots in this miserable season.

The Giants' farm system continues to gain recognition, and this time it's the organization's infield talent getting attention. We break down where San Francisco ranks among baseball's best systems for infield prospects, which young players are driving the rise, and the big decisions the Giants will eventually have to make as more of that talent approaches the majors. Plus, the Giants are one of five MLB teams entering a new partnership with Kalshi, raising some interesting questions about prediction markets and their growing relationship with professional sports. Finally, we take a closer look at Jancel Villarroel, the young prospect acquired in the Kai-Wei Teng trade, and what he could add to the Giants' increasingly deep farm system.

The San Francisco Giants did their best to wash out the bad taste of yesterday's horrible loss as they took down the Arizona Diamondbacks 6-1 tonight at Oracle Park. Landen Roupp has struggled mightily with his location recently and, while some of those issues were present again tonight, he pitched his way out of several jams and limited the damage, surrendering just one run in six innings of work. The offense squeaked across just two runs before the 8th inning, but the San Francisco Giants added four insurance runs in their final frame at the plate to give themselves some much-needed breathing room in the ninth inning. Drew Gilbert, who has been red hot lately, crushed his 8th home run of the year tonight in the team's big 8th inning rally.

Did Zack Minasian just make his own seat significantly hotter? One day after the Giants suffered the largest ninth-inning collapse in franchise history, their GM offered a surprising defense of the bullpen, pointing out that San Francisco's bullpen ERA outside of the ninth inning ranked sixth in baseball the last time he checked. Minasian acknowledged that the ninth has been a major problem and that the front office isn't comfortable simply bringing back what it has, but after a season filled with late-game disasters, is that explanation good enough? We break down the quote, the Giants' historic collapse against Cincinnati and what it says about how this roster was constructed. Plus, we crossover with Locked On Reds to get the Cincinnati perspective on the series and where both franchises go from here, before breaking down MLB's latest labor proposal and what it could mean for the Giants.

The San Francisco Giants carried a six-run lead into the ninth inning today and appeared to be well on their way to their first sweep of the season, but the bullpen surrendered seven runs in the final frame to the Cincinnati Reds, falling 10-9. This bullpen has had to cover a ton of innings in this series, and a collapse like this felt like it was inevitable once the wheels started to come off. Logan Webb pitched well today in the loss, and the offense showed off a ton of power despite the disappointing outcome.

The San Francisco Giants picked up their first series win in the month of August today as they beat the Cincinnati Reds 3-1 at Oracle Park. Rafael Devers swatted his second home run of the series, and the offense capitalized on early mistakes and walks to jump out to a 3-0 lead. Adrian Houser got the start today but only lasted 1.2 innings before leaving with an injury. With Carson Whisenhunt's injury yesterday, this is truly the last thing the team needs at this point in the season. At least they got the win tonight.

Is Rafael Devers starting to hold up his end of the blockbuster trade? After an emotional return to Fenway Park, Devers is back with the Giants and showing signs of becoming the impact bat San Francisco expected when it acquired him. We discuss what the Giants need from Devers over the final month, what a strong finish would mean heading into 2027, and whether the conversation around the trade could begin to change. Plus, the Giants made a massive wave of roster moves as injuries continue to reshape the team and create new opportunities down the stretch. Finally, after shutting out the Cincinnati Reds 5-0 last night, the Giants look to keep the momentum going as the series continues today.

The San Francisco Giants snapped a four-game losing streak today with a 5-0 win over the Cincinnati Reds thanks to an unlikely offensive outburst against All-Star Chase Burns. Rafael Devers capped off the run production with a three-run homer in the second inning to put the San Francisco Giants up by five runs. Seven different pitchers contributed to the combined shutout in the win.

Coming off another series loss, the San Francisco Giants head to Fenway Park for Rafael Devers' highly anticipated return to Boston. Will Red Sox fans welcome their former star back—or will Devers hear boos in his first game back at Fenway? Allen is joined by Locked On Red Sox host Gabby Maljanian for a crossover episode breaking down the blockbuster trade from both sides. Did the Giants or Red Sox actually win the Rafael Devers deal? What went wrong before the trade, how has it changed both franchises, and where do they go from here? Plus, they break down the more recent Marcelo Mayer-Erik Miller trade and what each team is getting as two franchises continue to reshape their futures.

The San Francisco Giants dropped their 6th consecutive series after a 5-2 loss to the Cleveland Guardians today at Progressive Field. Disastrous defense doomed Landen Roupp and the San Francisco Giants as numerous miscues led to at least two of the Cleveland Guardians' runs. The San Francisco Giants left seven runners on base and only had two at-bats with runners in scoring position, neither of which resulted in a run or a hit. The series loss today marks the 5th consecutive series in which the team had a chance to win going into the rubber match, but the San Francisco Giants failed to do so on each occasion.

Matt “Tugboat” Wilkinson made his highly anticipated Giants debut and showed exactly why San Francisco was excited to acquire him. Wilkinson pitched well in his first taste of the majors, but did Tony Vitello pull the young left-hander too soon? We break down Tugboat's debut, what stood out about his stuff and whether the Giants should have let him work deeper into the game. Plus, Rafael Devers returns to Boston, giving us a chance to revisit the blockbuster trade that brought him to San Francisco and evaluate how it looks now. We also discuss the Giants' latest pitching addition after claiming left-hander Philip Abner and what he could bring to an organization searching for more pitching depth.

The San Francisco Giants took down the Cleveland Guardians in a combined shutout in starting pitcher Matt Wilkinson's MLB debut, final score 1-0 at Progressive Field. The win is especially sweet for Matt Wilkinson, affectionately known as "Tugboat," as he came up in the Cleveland Guardians organization before being traded to the San Francisco Giants in the Patrick Bailey deal earlier this season. Dylan Smith and Adrian Houser both were lights out in relief today, and the one run the San Francisco Giants scratched across in the 4th inning proved to be enough to get the win.

The Giants' pitching situation is becoming impossible to ignore. Between a lack of major-league depth, Hayden Birdsong's struggles and Trevor McDonald's injury, San Francisco could enter the offseason with a massive need for arms. But does that actually mean Buster Posey will spend big to fix the rotation? We break down the brutal reality of the Giants' pitching pipeline, what options they have internally, and whether their lack of depth could ultimately force the front office into an aggressive offseason. Plus, Mike Krukow believes Tony Vitello will—and should—return as Giants manager in 2027, we take a closer look at newly claimed utilityman Shay Whitcomb, and check in on the latest developments with the Sacramento River Cats.

It's time to revisit one of the most surprising Giants moves of the season: the Patrick Bailey trade. More than three months after San Francisco sent its two-time Gold Glove catcher to Cleveland, we look at how the deal has played out for both sides and whether our initial reaction should change. Patrick Bailey has become Cleveland's primary catcher, while Matt "Tugboat" Wilkinson has climbed through the Giants' system and is now reaching the majors. We break down the winners and losers so far and what still needs to happen before this trade can truly be judged. Plus, we react to the Rates and Barrels discussion about Buster Posey and the Giants' front office and another major sign of progress for the organization: MLB Pipeline now ranks San Francisco's farm system No. 5 in baseball, continuing its dramatic rise this season.

Tony Vitello's frustration with the San Francisco Giants is starting to show. After another ugly performance, Vitello compared what he saw to a “JuCo game,” and the Giants followed it with a team meeting. We break down what went so wrong, why Vitello's public criticism is becoming more pointed, and what it means when a manager starts calling out the quality of play this late in a lost season. Plus, the Giants' injury situation continues to raise questions. Willy Adames is still trying to play through his lingering issues rather than going on the IL, while new details about Matt Chapman's season-ending injury reveal just how serious his core muscle damage was. We discuss whether the Giants need to change how they're handling injured veterans with the season winding down.

The San Francisco Giants reached new lows today as the pitching staff completely imploded and issued a season-high 10 walks to the Colorado Rockies in a 13-7 loss in a game that manager Tony Vitello compared to "a JUCO game." The terrible pitching, paired with slightly less terrible but still bad defense, was too much for the San Francisco Giants to outslug despite every starting player in the lineup recording a hit in the contest. With the loss today, the San Francisco Giants are just one game ahead of the last-place Colorado Rockies.

The San Francisco Giants took down the Colorado Rockies today, 7-1, at Oracle Park, thanks in large part to Drew Gilbert's three hits and three RBI. Over his last five games, Gilbert owns a .353 batting average and seven RBI, injecting some positive vibes into a team that has been largely lifeless this season. Logan Webb did his part today as well, tallying seven strikeouts over six innings while limiting the Colorado Rockies lineup to just one run. With a win tomorrow, the San Francisco Giants could still win the series.

The San Francisco Giants have had a hard time beating the Colorado Rockies all season long, and the problem persisted tonight as they fell 5-2 tonight at Oracle Park. Kyle "Get off my mound" Freeland entered tonight's contest with an ERA over 6.50, but managed to hold the San Francisco Giants to just one run over eight innings of work. Meanwhile, Landen Roupp was not very good with his command today and ran his pitch count up quickly, while also surrendering a monstrous two-run blast into McCovey Cove. With the loss, the San Francisco Giants are just 5-6 against the Colorado Rockies this season.

With the Giants' season going nowhere and only a handful of starts remaining for Logan Webb, is there any reason to keep pushing their ace through September? We discuss whether San Francisco should consider shutting Webb—or other established veterans—down early, how that conversation compares to the criticism Blake Snell received in the past, and what the Giants actually have to gain from the final stretch of a lost season. Webb is still pitching at a high level, including eight innings of one-run ball in his most recent start. But there are still reasons to watch. The Giants are calling up 27-year-old outfielder Turner Hill after a 26-game hitting streak at Triple-A Sacramento, giving another player an opportunity to make his case for the future. Plus, San Francisco has officially been awarded the 2028 MLB All-Star Game, bringing the Midsummer Classic back to Oracle Park for the first time since 2007. We discuss what the announcement means for the Giants, the ballpark and the city as the organization looks toward a much brighter 2028 than what we're watching right now.

Buster Posey cemented his legacy as a Giants legend on the field, but his decision to take over baseball operations could ultimately add a very different chapter to his story in San Francisco. Hunter Pence believes it could take three years before this truly becomes Posey's team, and a new report from The Athletic provides a fascinating look inside his transition from franchise icon to inexperienced executive. We discuss Posey's unconventional approach, including the Giants leaving 40-man roster spots open, his reliance on the people around him, and the organization's renewed commitment to building through the farm system with a heavy emphasis on pitching. There are reasons for optimism after a well-received trade deadline and the emergence of Bryce Eldridge, but the expectations in San Francisco should remain enormous. The Giants continue to draw more than 36,000 fans per game, have significant financial resources, and one veteran agent believes they "should be the West Coast Yankees." Plus, we explain why the remaining games could matter more than they appear. With a potential lockout complicating the offseason calendar, strong finishes from veterans could create additional trade opportunities whenever baseball's transaction market eventually reopens.

The San Francisco Giants held on to a narrow lead for the majority of this game, but a few key defensive miscues combined with a lack of clutch hitting allowed the Houston Astros to steal this one away. The 2-1 loss gives the San Francisco Giants their 22nd series loss of the season and spoils Adrian Houser's great start, as he tossed six innings of shutout ball. Willy Adames exited this game with a back injury, and Tony Vitello said postgame that it is time for the shortstop to focus more on treatment instead of playing every day.

Carson Whisenhunt settled in after a rough start, Bryce Eldridge launched another home run, and nearly every young Giant made an impact. While the major league results remain difficult to watch, the focus has clearly shifted toward player development—and that's beginning to pay off. We also discuss why Baseball America now ranks the Giants' farm system No. 4 in baseball, a remarkable jump fueled by the trade deadline and recent draft. Joe Salerno and the scouting department deserve plenty of credit for reshaping the organization's future in a short amount of time. Finally, we break down new prospect Joniel Hernandez, what makes him an intriguing addition to the system, and whether there's a long-term case for moving Willy Adames off shortstop as the Giants continue evaluating their roster.

The San Francisco Giants showed some resilience tonight as they battled through a rough start to win 4-1 over the Houston Astros tonight at Oracle Park. Carson Whisenhunt had not pitched well in his last two starts, but tonight he bounced back from a bases-loaded jam in the 2nd inning and escaped, surrendering only one run over 5.2 innings. Bryce Eldridge hit another bomb, Drew Gilbert added another RBI, and the San Francisco Giants capitalized on several mistakes by the Houston Astros to generate some runs. All in all, a good night for the San Francisco Giants on the field.

The San Francisco Giants are entering evaluation season. With Matt Chapman officially set to undergo season-ending surgery and Daniel Susac also dealing with an injury, opportunities are opening up across the roster. We discuss what Chapman's absence means for the rest of the season, which young players have the most to gain, and why the Giants' focus has shifted toward finding pieces for 2027. Blade Tidwell continued to impress with another strong outing, while Drew Gilbert is beginning to capitalize on his increased playing time. We also break down the Giants' ongoing bullpen issues and why they remain one of the biggest concerns despite the organization's renewed focus on the future. Finally, we discuss six Giants players who have the final weeks of the season to prove they belong in the club's long-term plans.

The San Francisco Giants were one strike away from a win tonight, but multiple mistakes in the 9th inning let the Houston Astros tie it up and eventually win in extra innings, 6-3, at Oracle Park. Walks and wild pitches made a massive difference, as the game-tying run reached via walk and moved into scoring position after a wild pitch before a Cam Smith single drove in Nick Allen. The bullpen's collapse spoiled yet another night at the yard as Blade Tidwell, Drew Gilbert, and other developing players performed well in the team's 70th loss of the season.

Should the Giants have handled Willy Adames differently? Adames has battled a lingering injury all season but has missed only five games. We discuss whether the Giants should have been more aggressive in giving their shortstop time off, and whether trying to play through the injury has ultimately hurt both the player and the team. Plus, Buster Posey shared an interesting vision for Logan Webb's future, calling the ace a mentor for the next generation of Giants pitchers while also expressing confidence that San Francisco can return to contention sooner rather than later. What does that say about the organization's long-term plan? Finally, we take a closer look at Giants prospect Miguel Mendez and where he fits into the club's evolving farm system.

Mike Krukow is retiring, bringing an end to one of the most iconic broadcasting careers in San Francisco Giants history. In this episode, we reflect on Krukow's incredible impact on generations of Giants fans, what made him such a beloved voice of the franchise, and why his retirement marks the end of an era in San Francisco. We also break down Buster Posey's latest appearance on KNBR, discuss the Giants' improving farm system after the trade deadline—including Baseball America's updated Top 10 ranking—and take a closer look at Kaeden Kent, the newest middle infield prospect with Giants ties as the son of franchise legend Jeff Kent.

The San Francisco Giants may have accomplished their biggest goal at the trade deadline: transforming the future of the organization. With the deadline complete and another loss reinforcing that this season is about development, we discuss why Giants fans no longer have to worry about a meaningless late-season surge changing the front office's direction. The focus has officially shifted to building the next contender. We also rank the top prospects the Giants acquired at the deadline, break down why Ramon Marquez headlines the group's upside, and examine where San Francisco's farm system now stands after adding multiple high-end talents. Has Buster Posey helped turn one of baseball's weakest systems into one of its strongest? Finally, we take a closer look at Ramon Marquez's profile and why many evaluators believe he could become a cornerstone of the Giants' next wave of pitching.

The San Francisco Giants fell 6-0 to the Texas Rangers today after Carson Whisenhunt got knocked around for four runs in just 3.1 innings in his 5th start of the season. Both Carson Seymour and Tristen Beck were tagged for runs in this one as well, and all three arms have yet to show that they have what it takes to succeed at the MLB level. There were not many bright spots for the San Francisco Giants today, but the best moment for the club today was Eddys Leonard picking up his first major league hit on a double to the left field corner. The San Francisco Giants have a day off tomorrow before coming back to Oracle Park for a series against the Detroit Tigers this weekend.

The San Francisco Giants have a new-look roster, but the result was frustratingly familiar: another walk-off loss. We react to the first game of the post-deadline era, discuss some of the feedback to my overall trade deadline grade, and examine why many around baseball believe Buster Posey and the Giants came away with a strong haul despite moving several veterans. We also take a closer look at two of the newest additions to the organization, breaking down Marcelo Mayer and Osleivis Basabe, what they bring to the Giants, and how they fit into the franchise's long-term plans. With the trade deadline behind them, the focus now shifts to player development, evaluating the new core, and seeing which young players can become part of the Giants' next contender.

The San Francisco Giants were walked off for a major league-leading 10th time this season despite a key Bryce Eldridge two-RBI single to tie the game up in the top of the ninth inning, falling 5-4 to the Texas Rangers. Jung Hoo Lee, who has been playing very well lately, fell down at the warning track on a fly ball that he appeared to lose in the lights at Globe Life Field and allowed the game-winning run to score. Osleivis Basabe crushed his third home run in the last four games, and Blade Tidwell performed well in his return to the starting rotation.

The MLB trade deadline is officially in the books, and the San Francisco Giants have a new look. In this episode, we take a step back and evaluate the deadline as a whole. Rather than grading every individual move, we look at the direction Buster Posey and the front office chose, the overall return the Giants received, and what these trades say about where the organization is headed. We'll discuss my initial thoughts on the deadline, Posey's comments afterward, and whether the Giants accomplished what they set out to do. Finally, we look ahead to the rest of the season, where the focus now shifts to evaluating the young core, developing the next wave of talent, and building toward the future.

The San Francisco Giants had multiple wins today, both on and off the field, as they got a ton of deals done ahead of the MLB trade deadline and beat the Texas Rangers 5-1 at Globe Life Field. Logan Webb tossed six shutout innings, and Jung Hoo Lee cracked two home runs in the victory despite the team also saying goodbye to Luis Arraez, Robbie Ray, Tyler Mahle, Heliot Ramos, and Erik Miller today. The array of moves netted the club a solid lift to the farm system and signaled a real shift in direction for the future of the San Francisco Giants. For the first time in a long time, some hope seems to be on the horizon.

Luis Arraez is officially headed to Philadelphia, and the San Francisco Giants may have landed one of the best pitching prospects moved at this year's trade deadline. Buster Posey sent Arraez and Caleb Kilian to the Phillies in exchange for 20-year-old right-hander Ramon Marquez and reliever Marty Gair. We break down why the Giants were so aggressive in targeting Marquez, what makes him one of the organization's top pitching prospects immediately, and why many evaluators believe San Francisco got excellent value for a rental bat. We'll also discuss Caleb Kilian's inclusion in the deal, how this trade fits the Giants' long-term pitching strategy, and what it signals about Buster Posey's approach to his first trade deadline running baseball operations. Finally, with Robbie Ray, Heliot Ramos and other Giants still drawing interest, we look at what could happen next before the deadline expires.

The San Francisco Giants are officially sellers. Buster Posey made his biggest move of the deadline, sending Luis Arraez and Caleb Kilian to the Philadelphia Phillies in exchange for two pitching prospects, headlined by 20-year-old right-hander Ramon Marquez. We break down why the Giants were so high on Marquez, why many evaluators believe he could move quickly through the system, and why this trade could become one of the biggest wins of San Francisco's deadline. We also discuss the Giants' second deal, sending Tyler Mahle to the Braves, and what Anthony Molina brings to the organization. Finally, with the deadline still open, we look at what's next. Robbie Ray continues to generate interest from the Phillies, Padres, and other contenders, while Heliot Ramos remains one of the most closely watched outfielders on the market. Could Buster Posey be just getting started?

The San Francisco Giants are once again proud owners of another three-game losing streak as they fell today to the San Diego Padres, 5-4, at Petco Park. Landen Roupp was unable to locate his pitches well in his 22nd start of the season, walking four and allowing six hits over just 4.2 innings of work. Offensively, the club was able to piece together some decent run production, but it was not enough to overcome the short and not very steady start from Landen Roupp. With today being the final game before the trade deadline, we may have seen the last of Luis Arraez, Robbie Ray, and others in a San Francisco Giants uniform.

The San Francisco Giants were walked off for a ninth time this season on a Jake Cronenworth single to drive in Xander Bogaerts to give the San Diego Padres a 6-5 win at Petco Park. Things started to look good for the San Francisco Giants in the 8th inning after Osleivis Basabe roped a game-tying two-RBI double with two outs, but nobody else was able to touch Mason Miller after Basabe's extra-base hit. Meanwhile, trade buzz continues to swirl, the Harrison Bader story keeps getting worse, and recent reports of Willy Adames not fully participating in Ron Washington's defensive guru guidance all continue to make this season memorable in all the worst ways. And, for the cherry on top, the rival Los Angeles Dodgers landed Tarik Skubal literally seconds before the San Francisco Giants lost this game. Things really can't get much worse.

According to Andrew Baggarly, the Giants explored trade possibilities before Ray's latest start but ultimately held off. The decision paid off as Ray delivered another strong outing while avoiding injury, potentially boosting his value just days before the MLB trade deadline. We break down why San Francisco was willing to take the risk, Jeff Passan's report that the Giants are open to paying down part of Ray's remaining salary, and what kind of return Buster Posey could now be targeting. We also discuss why the trade market has been unusually quiet. MLB insiders report buyers and sellers remain far apart, with most executives expecting the biggest moves to come Sunday or Monday. Is the calm before the storm finally here? Finally, we cover the latest details surrounding Harrison Bader's scooter accident and what it means for the Giants moving forward.

Robbie Ray shined bright today in what was likely his final start as a San Francisco Giant, as he spun six solid innings in a 4-1 win over the San Diego Padres. It is widely expected that the team will move Ray before the fast-approaching trade deadline, but what can they realistically expect to get back for him, and where will he land when the dust settles? As for today's contest, Daniel Susac smashed his third home run in the last two days and drove in three of the San Francisco Giants' four runs, overcoming the club's continued struggles with runners in scoring position. But the question remains: Is this the last time we will see Robbie Ray in the orange and black?

Did Tony Vitello just say goodbye to Luis Arraez? Following another Giants win over the Brewers, Vitello delivered an emotional response when asked about Arraez, saying, "We don't have enough time here... He made literally everyone's day better. Every day." We break down why those comments sounded like a farewell, what they could mean with the MLB trade deadline just hours away, and whether the Giants are preparing to move one of their biggest trade chips. Plus, Giants GM Zack Minasian offered a rare look behind the scenes of deadline negotiations, revealing the organization has discussed more than a dozen players while trying to separate serious trade offers from routine check-ins. We explain what that tells us about San Francisco's approach as the clock winds down. Finally, we dive into the latest deadline intel from Jeff Passan and Jim Bowden, including potential fits for Luis Arraez, Robbie Ray, and Heliot Ramos, and whether the Giants should reconsider moving premium talent if a team like the Rays is truly willing to part with elite prospects.

The San Francisco Giants bludgeoned the Milwaukee Brewers today in a 16-3 win in the rubber match to secure their second consecutive series win on this homestand. Heliot Ramos and Luis Arraez combined for eight hits and five RBI in the win, and with the trade deadline just a few days away, a game like this might slightly boost the value of both hitters. Logan Webb was pretty solid in the win, as he gave the San Francisco Giants six innings of work while only giving up two runs. Also of note in today's game, Daniel Susac popped his first career big-league home run, then followed it up with a second homer later in the game.

The San Francisco Giants can't seem to catch a break. Just days before the MLB trade deadline, the Giants were hit with another wave of injuries. Casey Schmitt is expected to miss significant time with a torn meniscus, Harrison Bader is dealing with a scooter-related injury, and pitching prospect Trevor McDonald will undergo Tommy John surgery. We discuss what each injury means and how it impacts the Giants' plans for the rest of the season. Plus, the trade deadline continues to heat up. The Athletic breaks down the Giants' most likely trade partners and reports continued interest in Luis Arraez, while Jeff Passan casts doubt on the return San Francisco could receive for Arraez or Robbie Ray. Susan Slusser also believes Heliot Ramos is increasingly likely to be dealt before the deadline. We break down the latest reports and what they mean for Buster Posey's biggest decisions.

The San Francisco Giants came crashing back down to Earth today after a great win last night, falling 8-2 to the Milwaukee Brewers. Landen Roupp only lasted 3.2 innings tonight as he really struggled to put away hitters with two strikes, allowing many to work back in the count and eventually draw a walk or produce a hit. Meanwhile, the San Francisco Giants offense was miserable again, stranding six baserunners while going 0-3 with runners in scoring position. Bryce Eldridge provided the only positive for the team tonight with a two-run homer that trimmed the Milwaukee Brewers' lead to just six runs in the 8th inning. With the rubber match tomorrow, the San Francisco Giants still have a chance to win the series, albeit an unlikely one.

The San Francisco Giants are winning games again—but is this the exact scenario fans have been hoping to avoid? As the trade deadline approaches, the Giants are once again flirting with a late-season surge that could complicate an otherwise clear direction. We discuss why these wins may not change the big picture, why Buster Posey still needs to stay focused on the future, and whether the Giants can avoid repeating a familiar pattern. Plus, Jon Heyman reports the Giants are receiving calls on Rafael Devers, though a deal remains an extreme long shot unless San Francisco is willing to absorb a significant portion of his contract. We break down what that means, why Matt Chapman appears to be a much more realistic trade candidate, and where Willy Adames fits into the latest deadline rumors. Finally, Kiley McDaniel outlines what every contender should target at the deadline, including the type of prospects the Giants could pursue as they look to strengthen the organization's future.

The San Francisco Giants played what might have been their best brand of baseball in all of 2026 tonight in a 3-0 win over the Milwaukee Brewers at Oracle Park. Tyler Mahle tossed 6+ innings of shutout ball, and the embattled bullpen provided three innings of no-hit relief. Even the ninth inning was spectacularly uneventful with the San Francisco Giants in the field, a rare but welcome relief after much of the season has been defined by chaos in the late innings. Grant McCray provided a two-run home run to give the San Francisco Giants the offensive lift they needed to secure the win. The lone dark cloud, Casey Schmitt pulled up with a knee injury when rounding first base early in this game and he will have an MRI tomorrow.

The MLB trade deadline is just one week away, and the San Francisco Giants are beginning to reveal who could stay—and who could be on the move. According to Bob Nightengale, the Giants are telling teams that Jung Hoo Lee is not available, while Heliot Ramos could be traded before the deadline. We break down what that report means, whether moving Ramos makes sense, and how Buster Posey may be approaching the biggest decisions of his first trade deadline running baseball operations. We also recap a much-needed series win for the Giants and discuss whether it changes anything as the organization prepares for a pivotal week. Plus, we take a closer look at Giants prospect Scott Bandura and what he could bring to the organization's future.

The San Francisco Giants are receiving calls on some of their biggest stars as the trade deadline approaches. According to Jon Heyman, rival teams have checked in on Matt Chapman, Willy Adames, and Rafael Devers, while the Yankees have discussed Luis Arraez—though questions remain about how he'd fit in New York. We break down what these conversations mean, which players are actually realistic trade candidates, and what Buster Posey's front office could be planning in the final days before the deadline. Plus, Giants president Larry Baer joined KNBR and made it clear he doesn't believe a prolonged rebuild is necessary to build a winner. We discuss what that philosophy means for the organization's direction, how it could shape deadline decisions, and whether the Giants are trying to thread the needle between competing now and building for the future. Finally, we look at the latest deadline intel from Jim Bowden and Robert Murray as contenders and sellers begin to separate across Major League Baseball.

The San Francisco Giants lost again, but one moment stood out more than anything else. After Willy Adames was ejected on a controversial strike-three call, manager Tony Vitello barely reacted, raising an interesting question: is the fire that defined this team earlier in the season starting to fade? We break down the missed call, Vitello's response, and whether frustration, fatigue, or simply the reality of the standings is changing the tone around the Giants' clubhouse. Plus, with the trade deadline rapidly approaching, new reports suggest this year's market may be quieter than expected. We discuss what that means for Buster Posey, whether the Giants should adjust their approach, and which names continue to surface as trade targets around baseball.

The San Francisco Giants looked like they were going to avoid a fifth consecutive loss today, but the beleaguered bullpen blew the lead in the seventh inning after a horrific call on a Vinnie Pasquantino double led to a barrage of runs for the Kansas City Royals. The five-run inning spoiled a terrific start from Landen Roupp, who had only given up two hits and was carrying a shutout into the seventh inning before Mark Estabrook's blown call. Ultimately, the San Francisco Giants fell 5-4 in another gut-punch of a loss. Since returning from the All-Star break, the San Francisco Giants have only won one game.

The San Francisco Giants lost again—but this time, that may actually be the best outcome for the franchise. Another defeat makes it even clearer that Buster Posey shouldn't be tempted by a late-season surge that changes the organization's trade deadline plans. We discuss why the Giants need to stay committed to the bigger picture, why selling isn't waving the white flag, and how these losses could ultimately help accelerate the next competitive Giants team. Plus, Jeff Passan released his updated Top 100 trade deadline candidates, and several Giants remain firmly in the spotlight. We break down where San Francisco's biggest trade chips rank, who could generate the strongest return, and what it says about the market just days before the deadline. Finally, should the Giants already be thinking about the future behind the plate? We discuss whether catcher should become a priority as Buster Posey continues reshaping the organization.

The San Francisco Giants fell to the Kansas City Royals today, 3-2, as the offense severely lacked any type of spark and failed to generate any real scoring chances late in the loss. Tyler Mahle was pretty good through the first five innings, but lost control in the sixth, putting two runners on before being pulled for Sean Hentges, who was equally as ineffective in the inning and allowed the two runs to score. The mediocre pitching and lack of clutch hitting that have plagued this team all season long reared its ugly head again today, and we will undoubtedly see this many times again before the conclusion of this hellish season.

Another loss, another frustrating finish for the San Francisco Giants. The biggest talking point wasn't just the final score—it was the pair of bunt plays that left everyone asking the same question: what exactly happened, and who was responsible? We break down the miscommunication, whether it was an execution issue, coaching mistake, or simply a baseball play gone wrong. Plus, the trade deadline continues to dominate the conversation as scouts were in attendance with their eyes on two specific Giants. We discuss what that could mean, why Heliot Ramos continues to draw attention, and how Buster Posey could approach the deadline with rival evaluators closely watching San Francisco's roster. Finally, Bob Nightengale weighs in on the Giants' biggest trade questions, including his prediction that Jung Hoo Lee isn't going anywhere.

The San Francisco Giants lost today to the Kansas City Royals on a walk-off bunt, and this might be a new low for the orange and black. Willy Adames tied it up in the top of the 9th inning with a two-run blast, but blew it with some terrible defense in the bottom half of the inning, which led to the go-ahead run advancing to scoring position. Caleb Killian blew his second save of the season and fell to 2-6 with the loss. This team keeps inventing new ways to lose and be the most upsetting watch in all of Major League Baseball.

The San Francisco Giants let another series slip away, blowing late leads in each of the final two games against the Mariners. As the losses continue to pile up, the trade deadline is becoming impossible to ignore. We break down another frustrating series, why the Giants continue to struggle to finish games, and what these latest collapses mean for the direction of the franchise. Plus, Jim Bowden weighs in on the Giants' deadline outlook, identifying San Francisco as a team that should be active before the deadline. Which players make the most sense to move, and what kind of return should Buster Posey be targeting? Finally, top prospects Parks Harber and Bo Davidson are headed to Triple-A, another sign that the next wave of Giants talent is getting closer to the major leagues.

For the second consecutive day, the San Francisco Giants jumped out to an early lead but were unable to secure the win as they fell to the Seattle Mariners 6-3. Because Robbie Ray was only able to last through four innings on the mound, the San Francisco Giants needed to turn to long reliever Adrian Houser, who gave up three runs in three innings of relief. The loss marks the 10th time this season the San Francisco Giants have lost a road series.