Papa & Silver Podcast

The conversation shifts to the 49ers, where Larry and Todd discuss the team's handling of wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk. They analyze the situation and weigh in on whether the 49ers should keep him or trade him, considering his recent behavior and comments. The hosts also discuss the importance of maintaining a healthy culture in the quarterback room, citing the example of Mac Jones and his positive impact on the team.

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In Hour 3 Todd and Larry discuss the up and down offense of the Giants, who seem to hit better on the road than at home. We also jump into the Warriors philosophy ahead of the NBA draft and whether "not getting younger" is a sound strategy for an aging team

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In Hour 2 we shift to the 49ers offseason; should the team make a big move to win now or wait for the future? We discuss rumors surrounding SF, including a potential trade for star defensive end Maxx Crosby. They discuss the pros and cons of making a move, and how it could impact the team's chances in the NFC West. As the team builds a stronger roster, they still have some question marks, particularly in the secondary and tight end positions.

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With a career spanning over two and a half decades, Stanford Steve has worked his way up the ranks, from cutting highlights for radio to becoming a staple on ESPN's SportsCenter with Scott Van Pelt.

One of the highlights of the episode is the Steve's thoughts about his favorite sporting events, including a memorable experience at Madison Square Garden during the NBA Finals. He also shares his thoughts on the current state of sports, including the rise of online betting and its impact on the industry.

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Larry Krueger and Todd Husak sit in for Greg and Greg and they're joined by Stanford Steve, who shares his thoughts on the US Open and the latest sports news. But first, the guys take a moment to talk about what it means to be a dad and how it's the best job in the world.

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In Hour 4 we take a slight deviation to the 49ers: should the 49ers get creative in offseason to add another tight end or more pass rush? Given injury to George Kittle and total ineffectiveness on defensive line, should SF use cap space to bolster what could be thinnest position groups on the team

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The Lovable Losers Mentality: A Giant Problem- Larry Krueger and Dieter Kurtenbach explore the idea if the lovable losers mentality has taken hold on the giants fanbase. The team's lackluster performance has left fans scratching their heads, from the team's poor management to the fans' acceptance of mediocrity, do you believe the team is "okay" with losing?

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Larry Krueger and Dieter Kurtenbach chat all things Giants baseball, tackling topics from the team's season-long performance to the fan base's expectations. We chat about the current record and tthe fan base's apathy, with some fans seeming to accept mediocrity as an okay answer. 

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Its Kruegs and Dieter on a Thursday: the fellas jump into the world of the San Francisco Giants, discussing their current struggles and the potential for a rebuild. With a record of 31-43 and a significant gap between them and the Dodgers, the Giants are in a spot to trade away talent, particularly players like Logan Webb and Luis Arraez. We also touch on the need for a clear plan and a willingness to make tough decisions, rather than just reacting to the current situation. T

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John Shea of the San Francisco Standard joins Silver and John Dickinson on the latest buzz surrounding the Giants, and gives his thoughts if SF should move on from Logan Webb and other pricey talent as SF hits the road in Atlanta

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George Kontos shares his thoughts on the Giants' pitching staff and the challenges of facing lineups multiple times as starters struggle to go late in games and the bullpen as a whole has been leaky. He also discusses the importance of getting ahead of hitters and the key to success for the Giants' bullpen. 

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JD and Silver continue to discuss the NBA offseason, specifically the potential of LeBron James to the Golden State Warriors. We give you your "World Cupdate" and are joined by Giants analyst and former reliever George Kontos, who shares his insights on the team's pitching staff and the importance of getting back on track. K

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After a thrilling NBA finals, the offseason is in full swing, and the biggest question on fans' minds is: what's next for the Warriors in the draft and in free agency? Sam Amick of The Athletic takes a spin around the NBA, including his thoughts on  theSpurs' disappointing loss in the NBA Finals and the challenges they face in making changes to their roster. Sam shares his thoughts on the team's decision to stick with the status quo and trust the process, despite the struggles of star player De'Aaron Fox. The discussion also touches on the Warriors' plans for t...

Hour 3 we continue our conversation about the potential to move on from high priced talent and comparable players with bad contracts that could be available on the trade market. Silver and JD discuss the pros and cons of each move, weighing the benefits of shedding costly contracts against the potential risks of losing valuable players.

We also chat with Sam Amick of the Athletic on the latest news and rumors from the NBA world. Sam shares his insights on the Spurs' plans, the Warriors' interest in Lebron, and the latest on Giannis' potential trade. He also discusses...

With the trade deadline looming, the Giants are looking to shake things up; Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle weighs the possibilities of trading away some of their top players but is against trading Logan Webb as SF continues to struggle. How active will the team be remains to be seen, but Susan suggests the team should be willing to listen for offers

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In Hour 2 we touch on the potential trades of several key players, including Logan Webb, Luis Arraez, and Matt Chapman. JD and Silver weigh the pros and cons of being active ahead of trade deadline, while the audience chime in arguing that it's time to shake things up and others believing that the team can still turn things around.

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The Giants are making it known that they are open to trading three of their highest-paid position players: Devers, Chapman, and Adames: who would YOU move on from? And is Logan Webb also on the block? Given SF struggles, JD and Silver weigh the value of moving talent for prospects and the message it gives the fanbase.

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The Warriors are looking to make some big moves this offseason, and one of the most intriguing possibilities is bringing in superstar LeBron James. But would it be a good idea for the Warriors to offer him the mid-level exception, given their need to infuse youth into their roster? Monte Poole of NBC Sports Bay Area weighs in on the pros and cons of this potential move.

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As the NBA offseason begins, should the Warriors target aging stars or try to get younger, as window continues to shrink for Steph Curry and other aging stars. Monte Poole of NBC Sports Bay Area joins the show with his thoughts on potential free agents; we discuss the latest on the Giants potential to move talent before MLB trade deadline.

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The Giants' record of 69-93 is a far cry from expectations; Eno Sarris of The Athletic breaks down the impact of the Devers trade on the team's roster and performance. He discusses how the team's missteps can be attributed to Devers not living up to his individual expectations, and how this has led to a ripple effect on the rest of the roster. He also discusses the importance of player development and how it has affected the team's pitching.

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Silver and JD debate the Giants' record and the impact after the Rafael Devers trade one year ago. We discuss the team's pitching woes, the emergence of young players, and the potential for a rebuild or reset. Eno Sarris shares his insights on the team's analytics and player development, offering a unique perspective on the team's strengths and weaknesses.

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The Giants' front office made a big splash last year with the acquisition of Rafael Devers, but it's clear that the move hasn't paid off as expected. The team's record has suffered, and fans are left wondering if the team is truly committed to rebuilding or if they're just trying to compete with a flawed roster. We discuss a lost season as the front office decides how to attack the roster problems

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It's been a year since the Giants made the move to acquire Rafael Devers, but since then, the Giants have gone 69-93, 24 games below .500. It's been a tough season, and it's left many fans wondering what went wrong. In Hour 1 we take a closer look at the Devers trade and its impact on the team.

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ESPN play-by-play broadcaster Mark Kestecher breaks down NBA Finals Game Fours' pivotal moments and discuss the factors that contributed to the Knicks' victory. From the Spurs' mistakes to the Knicks' bench performance, we attempt to answer if it was more a collapse or a comeback...or a little of both. We also touch on the topic of youth in the NBA, highlighting the impressive skills of players like Victor Wembanyama and O.G. Anunoby.

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In the final hour of the week, Silver and Kruegs answer some mail- very hard hitting questions, before we welcome in radio voice of ESPN's NBA coverage Mark Kestecher on the NBA finals and a final trivia question of the week about...sauce?

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The Giants are looking to have a huge weekend vs the struggling Cubs and will try to carry over momentum from 11-10 comeback win Wednesday: we discuss the keys to making the effort to maintain some semblance of momentum that has eluded the team all season

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Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area joins Krueg and Silver to discuss the latest on Brandon Aiyuk's situation. With just a few weeks away from training camp, we discuss what options exist for the team regarding Aiyuk. We also touch on the timeline for the return of George Kittle and the thin TE room behind him.

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With the Giants' performance not lining up with their expectations, questions arise if they should trade away their ace, Logan Webb, and what other players could be jettisoned off the roster to replenish the farm system.

Meanwhile, the 49ers are gearing up for the football season, as we discuss the latest on George Kittle's health update. Kittle's aiming to return for week one, but Krueg raises concerns about rushing him back from a torn Achilles injury. The team's decision to not address the tight end position in the offseason has left many fans scratching their heads.

Greg Silver is joined by Larry Krueger who comes in HOT on Bryce Eldridge and building around young talent. We discuss trading veteran pitching given early season woes, and get Larry's thoughts on the lack of bullpen available for Tony Vitello.

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The Knicks launch a massive comeback in Game 4 to take a commanding 3-1 lead in the NBA playoffs; we dissect what happened to the Spurs and head from NBA pundits around the league as New York takes a commanding 3-1 lead.

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Silver and JD continue the discussion of San Francisco's pitching struggles and the importance of making moves to improve the bullpen. They also touch on the recent performance of Bryce Eldridge, who has been a bright spot for the team, and how his consistent playing time has led to improved results. We also explore the idea that the Giants may be waiting too long to make moves, and that dealing players like Logan Webb could be a sign of forward thinking. They discuss the potential benefits of trading Webb now, rather than waiting until closer to the trade deadline...

Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle discusses the impressive performance of Bryce Eldridge, who's been on a tear since his call-up in May. The show dives into the impact of Eldridge's hot streak on the team's offense and the potential implications for the future.

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JD and Silver discuss the Giants' impressive comeback win and the emergence of young star Bryce Eldridge. They're joined by Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle, who shares her insights on the team's recent performance and the impact of Eldridge's impressive play. We touch on the team's pitching struggles and the bullpen disarray while exploring the idea of trading players like Logan Web and Robbie Ray to bring in new talent and set the team up for future success. 

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Marcus Thompson of The Athletic breaks down an epic Game 4 Knicks comeback, as the Spurs blow a 29 point lead late at Madison Square Garden. We chat defensive meltdowns, poor shot selection, and how the series could be over.

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Yesterday was a day for the ages in the world of sports, with two incredible comebacks that will be remembered for years to come. The New York Knicks staged the biggest comeback in NBA Finals history, overcoming a 29-point deficit to take a 3-1 lead in the series. Meanwhile, the San Francisco Giants pulled off an equally stunning comeback, winning a game from a 9-1 deficit in the 8th inning. We chat all things Bryce Eldridge after a hell of a day of sports.

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John Shea of The San Francisco Standard speaks to the ongoing struggles of Willie Adames and Rafael Devers as Giants continue to fall further under .500, while giving praise to Jung Hoo Lee and his incredible hot streak that has opened fans' eyes. 

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George Kittle aims to be back for Week 1 in Australia; JD and Silver recap a furious Game 3 in New York last night, and we get three of Tim's "Six Pack" to end Tuesday

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Kylen Mills of NBC Sports Bay Area joins Silver and JD for a discussion that centers around the team's decision to put Keaton Winn in a high-leverage situation despite appearing in 2 straight games.  We also touch on the importance of Bryce Eldridge's consistent performance and the potential implications for the team's lineup.

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Should Tony Vitello gone with Logan Webb in 9th last night? We hear from the starting pitcher, plus the "stat pack of crap" as the numbers behind last night's loss are ugly.

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The Giants' bullpen struggles continue to plague the team as we continue to react in hour 2. The Giants' bullpen has been a major issue all season, and last night's game was no exception in another blown save. The callers share their thoughts on the team's bullpen and the role of the pitching coach in preparing the relievers. The hosts also discuss the team's roster construction and the impact of ownership's decisions on the team's performance.

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