Locked On Giants – Daily Podcast On The San Francisco Giants
1,343 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 months ago - ★★★★★ - 282 ratingsLocked On Giants podcast is your daily ticket to stay ahead of the game and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and insider info for the San Francisco Giants and Major League Baseball. Hosted by Ben Kaspick, a lifelong Giants fan and former RotoGraphs and Beyond the Box Score contributor, the Locked On Giants podcast provides your daily Giants fix with expert, local analysis, and coverage of all aspects of the Giants franchise, including game breakdowns and transactions in a data-driven way that’s rational but simple, passionate and accessible. Locked On Giants takes you beyond the scoreboard for the inside scoops on the biggest stories from within the Giants locker room and all over MLB. The Locked On Giants podcast is part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. Every Day.
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Buster Posey among key San Francisco Giants potential free agents after 2021
September 09, 2021 19:07 - 30 minutes - 28 MBOn today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks about what's to come after the season for the 90-50 San Francisco Giants. It's been a magical season in 2021, but what will happen when it ends? The team has several key potential free agents, including Buster Posey, Brandon Belt, Kevin Gausman, Kris Bryant, Anthony DeSclafani, Donovan Solano, Alex Wood, Johnny Cueto, and others. Ben discusses who he thinks will be back, and some potential free agents from outside the organization w...
Late-Game LaMonte leads San Francisco Giants to sweep, 90th win
September 09, 2021 00:46 - 27 minutes - 19 MBOn today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks about the San Francisco Giants' series sweep in Denver. LaMonte Wade Jr. had a huge, go-ahead hit in the Giants' 9th-inning comeback, and Evan Longoria delivered a knockout punch. Earlier in the game, Brandon Crawford's three-run homer tied the game after the Giants had been shut out through five. The night prior, Logan Webb's streak of 14 straight starts allowing two runs or fewer came to an end, but he went seven strong and allowe...
San Francisco Giants' magic number down to 9 as Kevin Gausman, offense roll in Denver
September 07, 2021 18:50 - 25 minutes - 17.4 MBOn today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick details the San Francisco Giants' dominant win in Denver. Kevin Gausman was highly effective with a mid-90s fastball, and the offense exploded for four home runs. Darin Ruf, Buster Posey, and Thairo Estrada (twice) went deep in the win. The Giants' bullpen, the subject of much conversation after two bullpen games over the weekend, appears well rested after Gausman went seven, and Caleb Baragar, John Brebbia, and Dominic Leone closed out t...
San Francisco Giants beat LA, take back first place
September 06, 2021 18:43 - 29 minutes - 20.4 MBOn today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick discusses the San Francisco Giants' weekend series win over the Los Angeles Dodgers. The Giants entered this critical season series finale with first place on the line, and they left town back in first place after winning two of three. Anthony DeSclafani was fantastic on Friday, bucking the trend of getting beat up by the Dodgers. Jake McGee blew a 9th-inning save chance, but the Giants won the grinding game on an extra-innings error by T...
Inbox: Would Logan Webb be the San Francisco Giants' Wild Card starter?
September 03, 2021 19:19 - 27 minutes - 18.6 MBOn today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick answers listeners' questions about the state of the San Francisco Giants. Among the questions asked and answered are: Are we pretty certain at this point that Logan Webb would be the Wild Card game starter if we ended up in the Wild Card slot? What would the Giants need to do to give Darin Ruf more at-bats? Would they have to move LaMonte Wade to center and take away ABs from Mike Yastrzemski even vs righties, or take away ABs from Alex D...
Logan Webb delivers 14th straight gem as San Francisco Giants pull back into first-place tie
September 03, 2021 00:26 - 28 minutes - 19.5 MBOn today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick details the San Francisco Giants' much-needed win against the Brewers in the series finale on Thursday afternoon. Logan Webb delivered his 14th straight start allowing two runs or fewer, a remarkable achievement. Darin Ruf had a huge hit after an enormous replay review on Kris Bryant went the Giants' way. Thairo Estrada capped the rally with a three-run homer against one of the game's best relievers, Devin Williams. Ben also talks about W...
Are the San Francisco Giants falling apart?
September 01, 2021 18:52 - 29 minutes - 27.6 MBOn today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks about the San Francisco Giants' difficult finish to the month of August, yet their surprisingly great overall numbers in the month. Despite the rough finish, the Giants enter the month of September in first place in a division almost everyone thought would be dominated by the Dodgers and Padres, and they're tied with the Rays for the majors' best record. Johnny Cueto struggled in his return from the IL, the defense was sloppy, and s...
Alex Wood tests positive for COVID-19, Giants dominated by Brewers pitching
August 31, 2021 19:04 - 29 minutes - 27.1 MBOn today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick details the latest with the San Francisco Giants. Prior to Monday's series opener with the Milwaukee Brewers, Alex Wood was placed on the COVID-19 IL, and Johnny Cueto was placed on the COVID-19 protocol list. Cueto is ill but has tested negative for COVID-19. The Giants cannot afford to lose both starters for an extended period. Their rotation has been wobbly lately anyway, and losing 40% of their starting staff as September rolls in doe...
San Francisco Giants' magic number down to 17
August 30, 2021 19:10 - 28 minutes - 26 MBOn today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks about three things we learned this weekend with the San Francisco Giants. The Giants' magic number was reduced to 17, and the playoffs are very much in sight. Logan Webb continued to look like an ace, but Kevin Gausman continued his inconsistent second half and Anthony DeSclafani was hit hard in his first game off the injured list. The Giants' upcoming schedule is a bit daunting, but they've been able to keep winning lately despite ...
Brandon Belt homers twice after losing his gradma, Giants rout Mets
August 25, 2021 19:04 - 25 minutes - 23.6 MBOn today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick details the San Francisco Giants' crushing win over the New York Mets. Brandon Belt homered twice after losing his grandmother earlier that day. The Giants added four home runs to their MLB lead and are on pace to shatter their franchise record. The Giants also guaranteed they would not have five losing seasons for the first time in franchise history with win No. 81 last night. On the mound, Sammy Long was brilliant over 5.1 innings, fill...
The key performers behind the 2021 Giants' success
August 24, 2021 18:55 - 30 minutes - 28.3 MBOn today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick discusses the key performers on the MLB-best San Francisco Giants. Last week he talked about the team numbers that have led to the team's success, and today he describes the individual players who have made such an impact. Buster Posey and Brandon Crawford have had monster seasons worthy of MVP consideration, but what about lesser known players like LaMonte Wade Jr.? What about Mike Yastrzemski? On the pitching side, he discusses Kevin Ga...
Giants make pinch-hit history as LaMonte Wade Jr., Donovan Solano stun A's
August 23, 2021 19:09 - 31 minutes - 29.1 MBOn today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks about three things we learned this weekend with the San Francisco Giants. The first thing we learned was that the Giants set pinch-hit history with late, dramatic pinch homers by LaMonte Wade Jr. and Donovan Solano. The second thing we learned was that Logan Webb continued his stretch of dominance and has emerged as a front-line starter, and that Kevin Gausman continued to struggle. Finally, we learned that Evan Longoria and Anthony...
The Giants are baseball's best at the 3/4 mark—how'd they do it?
August 20, 2021 19:27 - 28 minutes - 25.9 MBOn today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks about the San Francisco Giants' key statistics at the season's 3/4 mark. Buster Posey and Brandon Crawford have fueled a potent offense, and their defense hasn't hurt either. On the pitching side, the Giants put the ball on the ground and limit free passes, which makes them a top-10 unit in the league overall. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.co...
Giants mailbag: Time to be concerned about Mike Yastrzemski?
August 19, 2021 19:05 - 26 minutes - 24.9 MBOn today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick answers questions from listeners about the state of the San Francisco Giants. Among the questions asked and answered are: Mike Yastrzemski really hasn't hit at all. are they concerned about him? Is there any discussion about Yastrzemski and his struggles? Sure seems like he can’t catch up to hard stuff, especially up in the zone. He consistently fouls off good pitches to hit, swings through hard stuff up, and soft stuff in the dirt. Looks...
Logan Webb's gem propels Giants to series win vs. Mets
August 19, 2021 01:34 - 22 minutes - 20.9 MBOn today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick details the San Francisco Giants' last two games against the New York Mets. Logan Webb was brilliant again on Tuesday, continuing his breakout season and leading the Giants to a win. Webb has a 1.64 ERA in his last 11 starts, and has allowed two runs or fewer in in all of them, tying a franchise record. Tommy La Stella and Evan Longoria homered in support of Webb. On Wednesday, Anthony DeSclafani had to exit in the second inning with ri...
'It feels right': Kris Bryant homers twice, expresses desire to stay with Giants
August 17, 2021 19:02 - 26 minutes - 24.2 MBOn today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks about the San Francisco Giants' win over the Mets, and Kris Bryant's stated desire to stay with the Giants. Bryant said that being with the Giants "feels right," and hinted at his desire to sign an extension, even before he reaches free agency at the end of the season. Ben explores what a Bryant extension might look like, and adds it onto potential deals for Buster Posey, Kevin Gausman, and Brandon Belt. Support Us By Supporting O...
Giants extend Brandon Crawford, a move that's a win for both sides
August 16, 2021 19:04 - 25 minutes - 23.2 MBOn today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks about three things we learned this weekend with the San Francisco Giants. The first thing we learned is that Brandon Crawford signed a two-year, $32M extension to stay in San Francisco. Crawford is enjoying a career year at age 34, and the deal is a win for both sides. The second thing we learned was that the Crawford extension gives the Giants roster flexibility, particularly regarding what they'll do this winter with an all-time s...
Logan Webb, LaMonte Wade Jr. impact the Giants' present and future
August 13, 2021 19:05 - 24 minutes - 22.2 MBOn today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks about the San Francsico Giants' 7-0 win over the Rockies on Thursday night at Oracle Park. Logan Webb was fantastic again, firing six shutout innings and nearly hitting a grand slam. LaMonte Wade Jr. hit another home run, raising his season total to 15. When the Giants acquired Wade Jr., people wondered if he'd ever hit for power, and he has put those questions to rest. Finally, Ben discusses the Giants opening up a five-game lead i...
Giants add to league lead in home runs and wins, but what's the level of concern with Kevin Gausman?
August 12, 2021 19:14 - 20 minutes - 19.3 MBOn today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick details the San Francisco Giants' 7-2 win and series sweep of the Arizona Diamondbacks on Wednesday night. Kevin Gausman started off great, but ended up losing his command in what amounted to another shaky outing. Buster Posey, LaMonte Wade Jr., Brandon Crawford, and Alex Dickerson hit home runs. Prior to the game Johnny Cueto was placed on the IL and Thairo Estrada was recalled. The bullpen tossed four scoreless innings to close out the ...
Giants shrug off blown leads, win anyway behind Buster Posey's huge night
August 11, 2021 19:03 - 24 minutes - 22.7 MBOn today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks about the San Francisco Giants' resilient 8-7 win against the Arizona Diamondbacks on Wednesday night. Kris Bryant delivered the walk-off in the 9th, Buster Posey wasn't retired in five plate appearances, Brandon Crawford, Brandon Belt, and Mike Yastrzemski scorched the ball. Alex Wood was brilliant early but fell apart in the 6th. Jake McGee blew a save, allowing his first earned run(s) since May 30th. But the resilient Giants shru...
Giants mailbag: Am I right to have given up on Alex Dickerson and Austin Slater?
August 10, 2021 19:16 - 25 minutes - 23.2 MBOn today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick answers questions from listeners about the state of the San Francisco Giants. Among the questions asked and answered are: Am I right to have given up on Alex Dickerson and Austin Slater? Do you think poor outfield play (Slater/Dickerson) will result in a call up from Triple-A? Heliot Ramos is the obvious OF we all think of, but Joe McCarthy’s OPS is almost 1.000. What pending free agents are returning next season? Sean Hjelle just got pro...
Brandon Belt homers 4 times as Giants win another series vs. a contender
August 09, 2021 19:10 - 28 minutes - 26.5 MBOn today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks about three things we learned this weekend with the San Francisco Giants. The Giants proved they can contend with anyone, winning another series against a top team. Brandon Belt and Tommy La Stella returned to the lineup and made an immediate impact. Kevin Gausman was placed on paternity leave and then reinstated, leading to Aaron Sanchez being DFA'd. Steven Duggar and Thairo Estrada were optioned so the Giants could add pitching de...
The Giants landed a star in Kris Bryant, but will they regret missing on Max Scherzer?
August 06, 2021 19:00 - 30 minutes - 28.1 MBOn today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick looks back on the trade deadline from the San Francisco Giants' perspective. Along with Locked On Diamondbacks' Millard Thomas, he talks about the Giants landing Kris Bryant, and the impact of Max Scherzer heading to the second-place Dodgers. Both the Giants and Padres were rumored to be interested in Scherzer, and Ben and Millard discuss what it means that both teams missed and that Scherzer—and Trea Turner—landed with the reigning World...
Kris Bryant, LaMonte Wade Jr. propel Giants to miraculous 9th-inning comeback win
August 06, 2021 03:23 - 28 minutes - 26 MBOn today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks with Locked On D-backs host Millard Thomas about the San Francisco Giants' miraculous comeback win in Arizona on Thursday afternoon. Kris Bryant and LaMonte Wade Jr. came through with huge hits as the Giants erased a four-run 9th-inning deficit. The Giants' bullpen also came through with six scoreless innings after starter Alex Wood was only able to go four innings. Merrill Kelly was great for Arizona through eight innings, but the ...
What the Giants' addition of Kris Bryant, Dodgers' addition of Max Scherzer means for NL West
August 04, 2021 19:02 - 28 minutes - 26.3 MBOn today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks about what the San Francisco Giants' acquisition of Kris Bryant, and the Dodgers' acquisition of Max Scherzer, means for the NL West in 2021 and beyond. He's joined by Javier Reyes from Locked On Padres, and the two talk about each team's deadline, including the Padres' heartbreak over thinking they were getting Scherzer, only to see him go to their biggest rival. They also discuss the deadline as a whole, and some interesting new t...
Alex Dickerson breaks out, Buster Posey comes through in Giants' resilient win vs. D-backs
August 03, 2021 19:01 - 25 minutes - 23.3 MBOn today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks about the San Francisco Giants' resilient 11-8 win over the Arizona Diamondbacks on Monday night in Phoenix. In the second game of the Kris Bryant era, the Giants jumped out to a 7-1 lead behind a breakout game from struggling outfielder Alex Dickerson, who hit a grand slam. Jay Jackson struggled in relief, but José Álvarez, Tony Watson, and Jarlín García had clutch outings. Ben also discusses the Giants' impending roster crunch. S...
Kris Bryant homers in debut as Giants win series vs. AL-best Astros
August 02, 2021 19:01 - 23 minutes - 21.9 MBOn today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks about three things we learned this weekend with the San Francisco Giants. Kris Bryant made his Giants debut and it was a lovefest all the way around. He was immediately embraced by the fans, and he gushed about his experience so far and how he grew up a Giants fan and always saw himself playing here at some point. Bryant homered in his debut and helped the Giants win their series against the Astros. Logan Webb was fantastic on Sunda...
Giants acquire Kris Bryant in blockbuster trade
July 30, 2021 23:15 - 21 minutes - 19.6 MBOn today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick discusses the San Francisco Giants' acquisition of star INF/OF Kris Bryant from the Chicago Cubs. In the biggest move of the Farhan Zaidi Era, the Giants landed Bryant in exchange for minor league prospects Alexander Canario and Caleb Killian. Bryant is under club control for the remainder of the 2021 season, after which he will become a free agent. Bryant can play third and first base while Evan Longoria and Brandon Belt work their way b...
Giants shut out Dodgers as trade deadline looms
July 30, 2021 00:05 - 23 minutes - 21.5 MBOn today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick discusses the San Francisco Giants' series win over the Los Angeles Dodgers. Prior to the game, Brandon Crawford and Aaron Sanchez were activated off the injured list, and John Brebbia was optioned, and Mike Tauchman was designated for assignment. Johnny Cueto and pitched beautifully. He was helped out by Jarlín García striking out Cody Bellinger in a dicey situation in the sixth. Dominic Leone, Tyler Rogers, and Jake McGee shut the door...
Cody Bellinger's airmail, Logan Webb's gem propel Giants to exhilarating win over LA
July 28, 2021 19:11 - 24 minutes - 22.9 MBOn today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks about the San Francisco Giants' exhilarating win over the Dodgers on Tuesday night at Oracle Park. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order. BetOnline AG There is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonlin...
Inbox: Are the Giants primed to make a major move at the trade deadline?
July 27, 2021 19:13 - 24 minutes - 22.5 MBOn today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick answers questions from listeners about the state of the San Francisco Giants and the upcoming trade deadline. Among the questions asked and answered are: Tom Verducci said he thinks the Giants are primed to make a major move, similar to when the Astros traded for Zack Grienke. Who do you think that could be? Craig Kimbrel and/or Kris Bryant? Joey Bart for Max Scherzer or Kimbrel? Realistic or no way? How important is it for any addition a...
LaMonte Wade Jr. is the Giants' latest diamond in the rough
July 26, 2021 18:56 - 22 minutes - 21.1 MBOn today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks about three things we learned this weekend with the San Francisco Giants. The first thing we learned is that LaMonte Wade Jr. is having a breakout season. He hit two more home runs and a double on Sunday, bringing his isolated power up to an elite level. He appears to be the Giants' latest diamond in the rough finding. The second thing we learned is that Kevin Gausman had another bad start, and the Pirates gave the Giants all kinds...
Giants stun Dodgers again with insane 9th-inning comeback
July 23, 2021 19:01 - 24 minutes - 23 MBOn today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick details the San Francisco Giants' insane and drama-filled comeback win against the Los Angeles Dodgers on Thursday night in LA. Darin Ruf's check swing no call will forever live in infamy. LaMonte Wade Jr's two-out single was probably the biggest hit of his young career. Jason Vosler's great plate appearance and even better secondary lead was essential. When all was said and done, the Dodgers were left kicking and screaming and the Giants...
Wilmer Flores stuns Dodgers, Tyler Rogers shows resilience in Giants' comeback win
July 22, 2021 19:00 - 26 minutes - 24.9 MBOn today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick discusses the San Francisco Giants' thrilling comeback win over the Los Angeles Dodgers. Wilmer Flores delivered a clutch two-run home run off Kenley Jansen in the 9th inning, and Tyler Rogers shut the door in the bottom of the 9th, one day after blowing a save and suffering a walk-off loss. Manager Gabe Kapler said he couldn't wait to get Rogers back out there, and he wasn't kidding. Buster Posey got things started with a pinch-hit sing...
Tyler Rogers, John Brebbia falter as Giants suffer crushing walk-off loss
July 21, 2021 19:03 - 24 minutes - 22.5 MBOn today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks about the San Francisco Giants' crushing walk-off loss against the Los Angeles Dodgers. Tyler Rogers and John Brebbia coughed up runs, and the Giants blew a 6-1 lead. Alex Dickerson, Mike Yastrzemski, LaMonte Wade Jr, and Thairo Estrada homered, and Alex Wood pitched pretty well, but the bullpen could not hold back LA's bats, and Will Smith hit a walk-off three-run homer in the 9th. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built Bar...
Brandon Crawford lands on IL, but Buster Posey homers in return as Giants beat LA
July 20, 2021 19:01 - 23 minutes - 21.3 MBOn today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks about the latest with the San Francisco Giants. Prior to the game, Brandon Crawford was placed on the 10-day IL with an oblique strain. Thairo Estrada figures to get everyday playing time at shortstop. Buster Posey and Kevin Gausman returned, and Posey made his presence felt right away with a first-inning two-run homer. Gausman was not sharp, lasting only three innings, but the bullpen picked him up with six shutout frames. The Gian...
It's time to be concerned about the Giants' outfield
July 19, 2021 19:07 - 23 minutes - 21.7 MBOn today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks about three things we learned this weekend with the San Francisco Giants. The first thing we learned is that the Giants' bats went quiet in St. Louis, and the outfield is becoming an area of concern. Austin Slater, Alex Dickerson, Mike Tauchman, and Steven Duggar are all going through rough patches. Only Mike Yastrzemski has been productive lately. The second thing we learned is that Kevin Gausman was placed on the family medical ...
Kevin Gausman leads Giants into second half with playoffs in sight
July 16, 2021 19:02 - 28 minutes - 26.4 MBOn today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks with Locked On Cardinals host Lucas Smith about the San Francisco Giants and Cardinals' upcoming series. The two discuss the pitching matchups, which will feature Kevin Gausman, Anthony DeSclafani, and either Johnny Cueto or Alex Wood for the Giants, and Adam Wainwright, Kwang Hyun Kim, and Wade LeBlanc for the Cardinals. They also discuss the keys to the Giants' success so far, what each team's biggest needs are at the trade deadli...
Inbox: How will the Giants manage their impending roster crunch?
July 15, 2021 19:09 - 22 minutes - 21.1 MBOn today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick answers questions from listeners about the state of the San Francisco Giants. Among the questions asked and answered are: The Giants are a couple weeks out from when the roster will officially “crunch." Who on the active roster do you see gone by trade, option, or DFA? BABIP is a an indicator of lucky or unlucky hitting. Is there an equivalent for indicator for left-on-base ? Is seems like the Giants have left a ton on base, and maybe i...
First-half stats that tell the Giants' story
July 14, 2021 18:55 - 25 minutes - 20.4 MBOn today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks about the San Francisco Giants' statistical rankings in key categories at the All-Star break. The Giants have been one of baseball's best offensive teams, lead by strong seasons from veterans Buster Posey, Brandon Crawford, Evan Longoria, and Brandon Belt. But they've also had help, as the likes of Mike Yastrzemski, Darin Ruf, and Steven Duggar have been very good as well. The Giants have also been a great defensive team, with Mike ...
Handing out midseason awards for MLB-best Giants
July 13, 2021 18:56 - 22 minutes - 17.8 MBOn today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick hands out Giants midseason awards. The MVP award realistically could have gone to three different Giants. Brandon Crawford, Kevin Gausman, and Buster Posey all had phenomenal first halves, but only one can win! Ben also talks about the Giants' Cy Young, which could go to Gausman, Anthony DeSclafani, Tyler Rogers, or Jake McGee. Most surprising player comes down to LaMonte Wade Jr, Evan Longoria, Steven Duggar, and Curt Casali. Finally, th...
Zaidi: Giants prioritizing starting pitching at trade deadline
July 12, 2021 19:00 - 21 minutes - 17.4 MBOn today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks about three things we learned this weekend with the San Francsico Giants. Club president Farhan Zaidi met with the media on Friday, and talked about how he is prioritizing starting pitching at the trade deadline. The Giants have several outstanding starters, including Kevin Gausman, Anthony DeSclafani, Alex Wood, and Logan Webb, who returned to action on Friday and pitched very well on a pitch limit, but Zaidi is concerned about dep...
Giants mailbag: Who are the best and most realistic trade targets?
July 09, 2021 19:17 - 23 minutes - 19.3 MBOn today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick answers questions from listeners about the state of the San Francisco Giants. Among the questions asked and answered are: Who are the best and most realistic trade targets, and who would we have to give up? Are we willing to sell the farm for Max Scherzer or Jose Berrios? Are we going to go get Joey Gallo or another elite bat? Gallo and Kyle Gibson seem to make a ton of sense for the Giants. Would the Giants be able to swing a trade for b...
Alex Wood, power bats help Giants salvage game vs. Cards, increase division lead
July 08, 2021 19:03 - 22 minutes - 18.3 MBOn today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks about the San Francisco Giants salvaging a game in the series finale against the Cardinals. Alex Wood tossed seven brilliant innings, Mike Yastrzemski got in the Cardinals' starting pitcher's head, and the Giants offense broke through for five runs after setting the table seemingly every inning. Yastrzemski, Donovan Solano, and Darin Ruf had big hits, and Tyler Rogers got Nolan Arenado to ground into a huge double play in the 8th in...
Cardinals have had edge over Giants in this series, and that's a concern
July 07, 2021 19:05 - 23 minutes - 19.1 MBOn today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick breaks down the San Francisco Giants' second consecutive loss to the St. Louis Cardinals. As he has seemingly done a hundred times, Nolan Arenado delivered a big blow that put the Giants on their heels right away. He and Paul Goldschmidt have continued to haunt the Giants even after leaving the NL West. Johnny Cueto didn't have his best start, and the Giants offense could not battle all the way back despite numerous chances. Ben also tal...
Giants waste brilliant Kevin Gausman start, need to take advantage of upcoming schedule
July 06, 2021 18:58 - 22 minutes - 18 MBOn today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick breaks down the San Francisco Giants' disappointing loss to the Cardinals, and takes a look at what to make of the upcoming schedule. Kevin Gausman took a no-hitter into the 7th, but Kwang Hyun Kim ultimately outdueled him as the Giants offense couldn't get anything going against the Cardinals' left-handed starter. Alex Dickerson homered in the 8th, which bodes well for the next two games against right-handed starters. Johnny Cueto starts...
Austin Slater breaks through, two more Giants are All-Stars, and Buster Posey narrowly avoids disaster
July 05, 2021 18:58 - 23 minutes - 18.8 MBOn today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks about three things we learned this weekend with the San Francisco Giants. Austin Slater had been slumping mightily, but he picked the perfect time to break through. His clutch hitting helped the Giants win three of four in Arizona. Meanwhile, Kevin Gausman and Brandon Crawford were named National League All-Stars. It's Crawford's third selection and the first for Gausman. Finally, we learned that Buster Posey narrowly escaped disast...
Time to panic about Giants' losing streak, Alex Dickerson's struggles?
July 02, 2021 18:55 - 25 minutes - 20.3 MBOn today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks about the San Francisco Giants losing their fourth straight game last night, this one to the Arizona Diamondbacks. Johnny Cueto was ill and did not pitch well, allowing five runs in five innings. Alex Dickerson continued to struggle hitting in the middle of the lineup. LaMonte Wade Jr. went hitless again at the top of the order. Is it time to panic about the Giants' first four-game losing streak of the season? Things won't get any e...
Inbox: Should the Giants trade for Joey Gallo?
July 01, 2021 19:04 - 23 minutes - 19.2 MBOn today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick answers listener questions about the San Francisco Giants. Among the questions asked and answered are: Considering big bats like Mike Yastrzemski and Alex Dickerson still haven’t gotten it going at the plate, could the Giants pursue a big bat at the deadline? Maybe someone like Joey Gallo. He fits the Farhan profile. Will Farhan Zaidi trade for proven commodities, or for his usual potentially hidden gems? Will team control be a primary co...
The Giants have an 8.5-game lead on playoff spot despite sweep in LA
June 30, 2021 19:04 - 22 minutes - 18.3 MBOn today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks about the ramifications of the Giants getting swept by the Dodgers in this two-game series. The Giants held the Dodgers to six runs in two games, but Dodgers pitching was better. San Francisco couldn't get a big hit with runners on base. Despite the losses, the Giants have an 8.5-game lead on a playoff spot. Before the game, Thairo Estrada was recalled from Triple-A and Mauricio Dubón was optioned for the first time since joining th...