Locked On Giants – Daily Podcast On The San Francisco Giants

The San Francisco Giants finally secured their first series win at home, thanks to a Rafael Devers home run, which led to a 5-0 win over the Philadelphia Phillies today at Oracle Park. Devers accounted for 4 of the San Francisco Giants' 5 RBI today, and the lineup looks far more dangerous when he is hitting for power. Meanwhile, Tyler Mahle spun 5.2 shutout innings, and the bullpen put together their second consecutive scoreless outing to preserve the combined shutout. This team still has plenty of time to turn things around, and this would be a great starting point.

The San Francisco Giants are back in the win column and suddenly have a chance to take the series — but is something bigger starting to develop? Robbie Ray continues to look like a difference-maker, while the lineup decisions from Tony Vitello are starting to turn heads. Most notably, Daniel Susac is putting real pressure on Patrick Bailey, and Vitello made it clear: “He’s earned the right to be out there for us more often.” Is a catcher controversy already brewing, or is this just smart roster management? We break down the win, what’s behind the lineup changes, the impact...

The San Francisco Giants secured their second victory at Oracle Park of the season tonight, taking down the Philadelphia Phillies 6-0, as Robbie Ray spun 6.2 shutout innings in his third start of the season. The top of the order delivered today, and the offense looked much better with Willy Adames and Matt Chapman collecting multiple extra-base hits. Even the bullpen, which still looked very shaky, held down the fort and did not surrender a single run. Plus, the San Francisco Giants seem to have found something in Daniel Susac, who recorded another three-hit game with a triple and two...

The San Francisco Giants fall to the Philadelphia Phillies again, and the early-season numbers are starting to get ugly. The Giants are now being outscored by 27 runs through 11 games — their worst mark since 1896 — and sit at 1-7 at home, something they haven’t done since their first year at Oracle Park. The offense continues to lag near the bottom of the league in nearly every category, the bullpen has become a major concern, and even when the Giants rally, it feels like they only have one push in them per game. There are still some positives, including solid outings from A...

The San Francisco Giants are off to their worst start at home in more than a quarter-century, and their bad play continued tonight as they wasted an early lead and fell 6-4 to the Philadelphia Phillies. Again, it was the bullpen that gave the game away as things quickly unraveled in the 7th inning with the Philadelphia Phillies scoring four runs to take the lead. The San Francisco Giants have questions to answer all over this roster.

Everydayer Club
If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Loc...

The San Francisco Giants drop their home series 3-1, and the early-season concerns are starting to feel real. The offense isn’t producing, the defense — including mistakes from Matt Chapman — has been shaky, and the Giants now have their worst run differential through 10 games since 1896. Frustration is already showing, with Tony Vitello getting ejected and outside criticism ramping up. So what needs to change right now? We break down the struggles, potential lineup adjustments, whether Daniel Susac deserves more opportunities, and if it’s already time to consider Bryce Eldridge. Plus, a quick look ahead to the matchup with the Phil...

The San Francisco Giants were in good shape to win this one when ace Logan Webb exited the game after seven strong innings, but the bullpen blew it in the eighth inning after giving up four runs to the New York Mets, ultimately falling 5-2. The loss marks the second consecutive series that the San Francisco Giants have dropped at Oracle Park to start the season. Tony Vitello was ejected for the first time in his MLB career in the loss.

Everydayer Club
If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it...

The San Francisco Giants have only won one game at Oracle Park so far in 2026, and they looked hapless again tonight in a 9-0 loss to the New York Mets. With just as many hits as errors in this one tonight, the San Francisco Giants never stood a chance and felt completely out of this game after an error-fueled rally for the New York Mets in the second inning plated three runs for the visitors. Clay Holmes dominated the lineup with his sinker, and the San Francisco Giants' offense never adjusted. Giants fans are still waiting for this infield...

The San Francisco Giants have been very up and down to start the 2026 MLB season, and the trend continued tonight as they struggled offensively in a 10-3 loss to the New York Mets at Oracle Park. Tyler Mahle was rocked in his second start of the season as he surrendered five runs and eight hits through five innings of work. This team is either feast or famine so far this season, and whether they find some consistency this year will likely determine if they make the playoffs.

Everydayer Club
If you never miss an e...

The San Francisco Giants jump on the New York Mets for a big bounce-back win, and there’s a lot to like. Robbie Ray battled through command issues but still delivered a gutsy outing, while Tony Vitello made a fascinating high-leverage call by going to Ryan Walker early to disrupt the Mets’ rhythm. At the plate, it was an offensive explosion led by Daniel Susac, who had a historic first career start, with major contributions from Rafael Devers, Luis Arráez, and Matt Chapman. Is Susac already forcing his way into a bigger role — maybe even part of a catcher...

The San Francisco Giants drop a messy one to the San Diego Padres, but still take the series — and honestly, that’s what matters after getting swept by the New York Yankees. We break down a game that had a little bit of everything: solid but unspectacular pitching, an offense that’s starting to show real signs of life, and some in-game tension between Matt Chapman and Casey Schmitt that got caught on camera. Chapman addressed it postgame — “We’re all brothers here… it’s all good” — while Schmitt kept it simple: “We’re trying to win games.” Plus, thoughts from Tony Vitello...

The San Francisco Giants got the bats going in a big way tonight, tallying 13 hits and plating 7 runs as they beat down the New York Mets 7-2 for their first win at Oracle Park this season. Daniel Susac delivered a 3-3 night with a walk in his first MLB start, and four other Giants had multi-hit games. Robbie Ray battled through 5.1 innings on the mound, striking out seven and holding the New York Mets to just two runs. Blade Tidwell, who was recalled from Sacramento prior to tonight's game, got a little bit of revenge tonight as he recorded...

The San Francisco Giants are rolling — the bats explode again as they win their second straight and suddenly look like a team ready to take control of the series. Every starter recorded a hit, Willy Adames continues to look comfortable at the top of the lineup, and both Adames and Matt Chapman went deep. Logan Webb wasn’t at his sharpest but battled through it to secure the win, showing why he’s still the anchor of this staff. Plus, a major long-term discussion: Buster Posey and the Giants are taking a cautious approach with top prospect Bryce Eldridge, with n...

The San Francisco Giants sealed their first series win of the 2026 MLB season as they beat the Padres for the second consecutive night, this time thanks in part to a HUGE rally in the top of the 6th inning. Willy Adames had a four-hit night, including a home run, to help out starter Logan Webb, who spun six innings of mostly quality pitching. After a shaky third inning, Webb locked in and retired ten consecutive batters. With the win, the San Francisco Giants move to 2-3 on the season.

Everydayer Club
If you never m...

The San Francisco Giants pick up their first win of the Tony Vitello era behind dominant pitching from Landen Roupp and a lights-out inning from Keaton Winn, while Harrison Bader provides early pop and the lineup shows signs of life. But the bigger story might be off the field, as the Giants officially move on from former top prospect Luis Matos, trading him to the Milwaukee Brewers after designating him for assignment. What went wrong, and why now? Plus, a full breakdown of the Tyler Fitzgerald DFA, what it says about the roster crunch, and why the Giants are...

The San Francisco Giants FINALLY picked up their first win of the 2026 MLB season as Landen Roupp was filthy on the bump tonight and Harrison Bader smashed the team's first home run of the season. The bottom of the order produced some key runs in the win as well, but Ryan Walker nearly gave it away in the ninth inning. It wasn't perfect, but it was a win, nevertheless. 
 

Everydayer Club
If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to o...

It was a brutal series for the San Francisco Giants — and the numbers say it all. Just one run over three games in a historically bad offensive stretch. On today’s Locked On Giants, we break down exactly what went wrong and whether this is just early-season noise or something deeper.

Manager Tony Vitello pointed to something unexpected — his own pre-series message possibly having an impact:

“They’ve been in fifth gear, riding hot, the entire time or too much,” Vitello said, adding that he wanted to see a “relaxed version of this group.”

“I’d kind of p...

The San Francisco Giants have had just about the worst start to the 2026 season that you could ask for, and their terrible play continued today as they fell to the New York Yankees 3-1. The win gives the Yankees a sweep over the San Francisco Giants to start the year, and the offense has been the main culprit for the bad baseball in the Bay. While the San Francisco Giants were finally able to muster more than just a couple of hits, they shrank in the biggest moments of today's game and failed to deliver the big hit they...

The San Francisco Giants entered today looking for their first run of the 2026 MLB season, and they ended today still searching for that first run as they fell 3-0 to the New York Yankees at Oracle Park. An Aaron Judge two-run blast and a solo shot from Giancarlo Stanton proved to be the difference in this one, but the biggest concern with this team, much like last season and the years prior, remains on the offensive side of the equation. Despite making major upgrades over the last few seasons, the team continues to see the same pitiful results.

After a rough Opening Night, the San Francisco Giants are already trying to move on — but how much should really be taken from Game 1? On today’s Locked On Giants, we break down the reaction to Wednesday’s loss and whether it’s something to simply throw out or a sign of things to watch moving forward.

We also take a closer look at the pressure surrounding Logan Webb and what it means for this team if too much responsibility falls on their ace. With the current roster construction, how important is Webb to keeping everything on track ea...

Opening Night didn’t go the way the San Francisco Giants hoped, as they got smacked and showed clear areas that still need work. On today’s Locked On Giants, we break down the game and what stood out — both good and bad — including candid postgame comments from manager Tony Vitello:

“This is a half-painful, half-easy press conference to do, because it was pretty straight up. Whichever phase you pick out, we just weren't as good as we're capable of being tonight. And they played well. So it worked out the way that it did.”

There were s...

The San Francisco Giants picked up right where they left off last season, with a lackluster offensive performance during a Logan Webb start and bad defense, ultimately leading to a 7-0 loss to the New York Yankees. It looked like the San Francisco Giants had something cooking early, but a squandered offensive opportunity in the bottom of the first ended up leading to a five-run top of the second for the New York Yankees. Offensively, the Giants were 0-5 with runners in scoring position tonight.

Everydayer Club
If you never miss an episode, it’s t...

Opening Day is HERE, and the San Francisco Giants have officially finalized their roster — but not without some major surprises. On today’s Locked On Giants, we break down the final cuts, including the shocking decision to DFA Luis Matos, and why this move goes beyond just spring training performance. This wasn’t about one player — it was about the bigger picture, with names like Jared Oliva, Jerar Encarnacion, and Drew Gilbert all factoring into a crowded outfield situation.

We also look ahead to the season and what to expect from this Giants team, including whether Heliot Ramos co...

The 2026 season starts tomorrow! We are joined by Javier Reyes, host of Locked On Padres to give a breakdown of what both teams need to do to be in contention this season.

0:00 What to expect from the Giants

9:00 Pitching Rotation

22:54 Under the Radar Players

#sfgiants  #FirstListen #Giants #sanfranciscogiants #sanfrancisco #baseball #mlb #tennesseebaseball #tonyvitello #freeagency #mlbfreeagency #mlbtraderumors #japanesebaseball #kbo #junghoolee #jtrealmuto #kyleschwarber #kyletucker #codybellinger #mlbdraft #ketelmarte #nicohoerner #tatsuyaimai #bryceeldridge #bobichette #loganwebb #freddyperalta #cjabrams #luisarraez #maxscherzer #worldbaseballclassic

Tune in for a detailed breakdown on the current state of your San Francisco G...

Big roster news continues to roll in for the San Francisco Giants as Opening Day gets closer. On today’s Locked On Giants, we break down the team’s decision to sign Ryan Borucki and what it means for the bullpen — including the surprising ripple effect as Joey Lucchesi is granted his release despite a solid showing this spring and a strong 2025 season out of the bullpen.

We also discuss the latest round of cuts, highlighted by top prospect Bryce Eldridge being optioned to Sacramento. What does this mean for his timeline, and how close is he really...

Los Angeles Dodgers stack their roster with stars like Shohei Ohtani, Kyle Tucker, and Edwin Diaz—can any NL West contender break their division reign? Paul Holden, Daynen Biggs, Allen Stiles, Javier Reyes, and Harry Ruiz examine the Dodgers’ spending spree, elite bullpen additions, and their rivals’ chances to disrupt the hierarchy.

Key debates feature the San Francisco Giants’ incremental upgrades, Logan Webb’s Cy Young potential, and the Arizona Diamondbacks’ youth movement fueled by Corbin Carroll and Jordan Lawlar. The crew covers San Diego Padres’ unpredictable offseason, Michael King’s breakout buzz, and the Colorado Rockies’ front office overh...

There’s a lot happening around the San Francisco Giants both on and off the field as Opening Day approaches. On today’s Locked On Giants, we dive into the latest ballpark and team news — including a surprising Wall of Fame controversy that’s starting to get attention, plus a look at what’s new at Oracle Park (yes, including the food 👀).

We also break down the latest Spring Breakout buzz, where 17-year-old international standout Luis Hernandez is already generating excitement as one of the youngest and most intriguing prospects in the game. On the roster side, more cuts hav...

Opening Day is just one week away, and the roster picture for the San Francisco Giants is starting to come into focus. On today’s Locked On Giants, we break down what to watch for in the final week of spring training — including the biggest decision surrounding top prospect Bryce Eldridge and whether the Giants will start him in Triple-A or bring him north right away. We also look at the remaining non-roster players still fighting for a spot, the wide-open bullpen competition, and a crowded outfield battle that could come down to the final days of camp.

Pl...

What do MLB scouts actually think about the San Francisco Giants right now? On today’s Locked On Giants, we break down what scouts around the league are saying about the organization’s rising young talent — including the latest on top prospect Bryce Eldridge. The expectation appears to be that Eldridge will start the season in Triple-A for roster flexibility, but multiple scouts say it might only take a month or so before he’s ready for the majors.

We also dive into the growing buzz around Jerar Encarnacion, the intriguing versatility of Jesus Rodriguez, and why some eva...

More roster cuts are coming in Giants camp as Opening Day gets closer, and the competition for the final spots is starting to tighten. On today’s episode of Locked On Giants, we break down the latest round of cuts, what they tell us about the direction of the roster, and which players might now have the inside track for those last few jobs. As Spring Training progresses, every move starts to reveal how the San Francisco Giants are shaping their roster heading into the season. We take a look at who’s still in the mix, what roles are...

A concerning development in Giants camp: Hayden Birdsong is dealing with elbow discomfort, raising early questions about the pitching depth for the San Francisco Giants as Opening Day approaches. We break down what the injury could mean, how serious it might be, and which arms could be asked to step up if Birdsong misses time.

Plus, a roster debate that’s gaining traction — should the Giants have pursued Harrison Bader more aggressively? With the outfield picture still evolving, we look at whether Bader could have been a fit and what the Giants might be prioritizing inste...

Opening Day decisions are getting closer for the San Francisco Giants, and a new roster projection from Andrew Baggarly is fueling the debate. Could young arms like Trevor McDonald force their way onto the roster? And what happens with top prospect Bryce Eldridge as the final weeks of Spring Training approach? Could Drew Gilbert and Jerar Encarnacion be left off?

We also take a closer look at an intriguing bullpen name — left-hander Juan Sanchez — whose pitch mix and development could make him a factor later this season. Plus, the Giants are leaning further into pitching analytics, and we b...

A surprising moment in the World Baseball Classic has Giants fans talking — and it might not be for the right reasons. We break down the latest WBC blunder, what it means for the San Francisco Giants and their players involved, and why international tournaments can create tricky situations for MLB teams.

Plus, a closer look at a pitcher who could play a role this season: Caleb Kilian. The former top prospect is getting another opportunity, and manager Tony Vitello may have found a bullpen role that finally unlocks his potential.

And in a nostalgic twist, a...

The biggest question in Giants camp might still be unanswered: where will Bryce Eldridge start the season? Manager Tony Vitello addressed the situation and made it clear that development is the top priority, whether that begins in San Francisco or in Sacramento. The decision may come down to the final weeks of Spring Training, but one thing sounds certain — Eldridge will be part of the Giants’ future sooner rather than later.

We break down what Vitello said about Eldridge, what the Giants are weighing with their top prospect, and why the decision might be more complicated than simp...

Opening Day decisions are getting closer, and one of the biggest roster questions for the San Francisco Giants might be the future of Luis Matos. Is there still a path for the young outfielder to make the team, or is the roster squeeze becoming too real? We break down the outfield competition and what Matos needs to show to stay in the mix.

Plus, the Giants make another pitching move by bringing back Joey Lucchesi as bullpen depth while navigating injuries. With Reiver Sanmartin expected to miss significant time and Erik Miller nearing a return, the bullpen...

Has Bryce Eldridge already done enough to force the issue? The top prospect for the San Francisco Giants is making a strong impression early in camp, and the conversation is shifting quickly from development to whether he could actually break camp with the big league roster. We break down Eldridge’s case, the roster dynamics at DH and first base, and what the Giants might realistically do with one of their most exciting young bats.

Plus, should the Giants consider adding another arm before the season? We take a look at the possibility of signing Lucas Giolito, hi...

Are the San Francisco Giants being overlooked heading into the season? Despite not getting the same national hype as some contenders, there’s a growing case that this might be one of the most underrated lineups in baseball. We break down why the Giants’ offensive group could surprise people and how the pieces might fit together in 2026.

Plus, the Giants fell big in their exhibition against Team USA, but the result hardly told the story. Young players got a rare opportunity to face stars like Bryce Harper and Aaron Judge, with top prospect Bryce Eldridge even getting a mo...

Max Scherzer is officially headed back to the Toronto Blue Jays, and with that move the pitching market may finally be settling. So where does that leave the San Francisco Giants rotation — and who’s even left on the board? We break down what Scherzer staying in Toronto means for the Giants’ short-term plans, the remaining free-agent options, and whether the front office is truly done adding arms. Plus, a deeper look at prospect Nate Furman and a data-driven offensive deep dive: which stats actually correlate most with postseason success, and where do the Giants need to improve the most...

Logan Webb is set to represent Team USA in the World Baseball Classic — but what does that mean for the San Francisco Giants? On today’s Locked On Giants, we break down Webb’s WBC outlook, the workload questions that come with it, and why this moment could elevate his national profile even further. Plus, non-roster outfielder Victor Bericoto is forcing his way into the conversation with a scorching start in Cactus League play. Is this just a hot week — or a real roster push? And with international spotlight on some stars, could this be the perfect window for the “oth...

Did we just see a glimpse of what this lineup can be? The San Francisco Giants erupted offensively, and now the conversation is shifting fast. On today’s Locked On Giants, we break down the breakout performance, why Jared Oliva is suddenly a name you need to know, and what his remaining options mean for the roster puzzle. We also discuss the minor-league pitching depth moves and take a closer look at the developing backup catcher battle as Spring Training competition heats up. Is this just early-camp noise — or are roles starting to take shape? Your Team. Every Day.