Locked On Giants – Daily Podcast On The San Francisco Giants

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...

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...

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 pros...

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...

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 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...

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...

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 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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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 Sa...

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...

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 wh...

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 be...

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...

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...

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 do...

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...

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 ho...

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...

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...

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.

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The San Francisco Giants had failed in their previous five attempts to win a fourth consecutive game this season and had a sixth shot tonight to reach the mark for the first time in 2026. As you could probably have guessed, tonight's result was the same as the previous attempts, as the San Francisco Giants fell 4-3 in extra innings to the Seattle Mariners. Logan Webb was lights out early on, but unraveled in the 7th inning after giving up a three-run blast to Cole Young. The San Francisco Giants still have a chance to win this series with a...

The San Francisco Giants started the second half on the right foot as they crushed the Seattle Mariners in a 7-0 shutout victory. Landen Roupp spun seven shutout innings, his second dominant start in a row, while only allowing two hits. Willy Adames smashed a seventh-inning grand slam to put the game out of reach, but Bryce Eldridge put the San Francisco Giants on top in the fifth inning with a two-run blast of his own. Jason Foley made his debut for the San Francisco Giants tonight as well and tossed a scoreless inning ending in a strikeout. Overall...

The second half of the season is here, and everything the San Francisco Giants do from this point forward could shape the franchise's future.

John Shea outlined the biggest storylines facing the Giants over the final months, beginning with the looming trade deadline and which players Buster Posey could move. We break down the biggest decisions ahead, including the futures of Luis Arraez, Robbie Ray, Adrian Houser, and the veterans who could reshape the roster before the deadline.

We also discuss what the Giants should experiment with down the stretch. Should Jung Hoo Lee move...

Luis Arraez has made it clear he wants to stay with the San Francisco Giants—but could his public comments also influence the trade market?

With the deadline approaching, Arraez reiterated his desire to remain in San Francisco, even as his name continues to appear in trade rumors. We break down what his comments really mean, whether they could affect how other teams approach negotiations, and if Buster Posey and Zack Minasian should seriously consider an extension instead of a trade.

We also continue our look at the Giants' 2026 draft class, profiling right-hander Kaden Waechter an...

Could Luis Arraez actually stay in San Francisco?

With trade speculation surrounding the Giants continuing to build, Arraez revealed he's open to signing an extension with the organization. We break down what that could mean for Buster Posey and Zack Minasian, whether an extension makes sense for a team that's currently out of contention, and how it could impact the Giants' deadline strategy.

We also continue our breakdown of the Giants' 2026 MLB Draft class, taking a closer look at first-round pick Carson Bolemon. What makes him an intriguing prospect, and how does he fit into...

The first half of the San Francisco Giants' 2026 season is officially in the books, and it's time to take an honest look at where this franchise stands.

Who exceeded expectations? Who disappointed? We hand out first-half report cards, highlighting the biggest positives—including Bryce Eldridge's arrival, Logan Webb's ace-caliber season, Robbie Ray's resurgence, Casey Schmitt's breakout, and Jung Hoo Lee's outstanding first half.

On the other side, we examine the biggest reasons the Giants find themselves out of contention. From inconsistent pitching and underperforming stars to the off-field distractions that dominated headlines, we break down wh...

The San Francisco Giants FINALLY got their first series win over the Colorado Rockies in the 2026 season with a 3-1 win today at Oracle Park. Trevor McDonald bounced back from his career-worst start in his last outing, spinning seven innings of one-run ball. Grant McCray caused some chaos on the basepaths in the 8th inning, leading to the go-ahead run scoring on a Colorado Rockies error. The bullpen held it down, and the San Francisco Giants appear to have a new strategy for handling the 9th inning.

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The San Francisco Giants collected a rare comeback win today as they beat the Colorado Rockies 4-2 after falling behind early on. Tony Vitello was ejected in the third inning after a balk call against Tyler Mahle, and the team seemed to play with a greater sense of urgency afterward. Speaking of Tyler Mahle, he was excellent today as he spun seven innings and only gave up one run. This team is in desperate need of a leader in the clubhouse, and this is a perfect time for Tony Vitello to step up. 
 

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