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Baseball is back—and so is Giants Postcards.

In our debut episode, former Sports Illustrated baseball editor Connor Grossman and KNBR's Kerry Crowley talk all things San Francisco Giants, including opening week overreactions, small sample sizes, and whether any of this is built to last.

They trade takes on Wilmer Flores's 108 home run pace, Jordan Hicks’s future as a starter, Willy Adames’s Pablo-like energy, and why Justin Verlander just being here is kind of amazing.

Plus: Melky flashbacks, Opening Day left fielder trivia, and 2025 predictions.

Join Connor Grossman and KNBR's Kerry Crowley as they dig into early days of the 2025 Giants and try to figure out who the heck these guys are. Here's what's on tap:

—The best and worst things they saw last week.

—When it's time to stop tipping your cap.

—Buster Posey and the power of patience

—Would you extend anyone on this Giants team?

—The City Connect jerseys are like the NBA Cup courts.

Jung Hoo Lee is electric. The Giants rotation? Not so much.
In this episode of Giants Postcards, Connor Grossman is joined by KNBR's Kerry Crowley to break down Jung Hoo Lee's surge, the lack of help from his teammates, and the questions swirling around the Giants rotation.
They also revisit the magic of 2010, Kerry's behind-the-scenes beat stories (including one player who didn't like his negativity), and wrestle with a big-picture question ahead of Brandon Crawford Day: Should the Giants retire his number?
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The Giants have more wins than any team in the American League and yet, it feels messy. Too messy.

Connor Grossman and KNBR’s Kerry Crowley break down the good, the bad, and the confusing, from closer controversies to lineup imbalances to the launch of Tyler Rogers' All-Star campaign.

They dive into Ryan Walker’s blowups, the Giants embodiment of their questionable slogan “Nothing Like It," and which blown saves still haunt them years later.

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The Giants tripped up against the Padres, but Giants Postcards is still on its feet.

Host Connor Grossman and KNBR’s Kerry Crowley break down the wild ride of Heliot Ramos’s Little League home run, debate which reliever has the most F-U energy, and wonder aloud about how bad it's going to be for a few Giants hitters.

Plus:

• Giants perpetually playing from behind

• Willy Adames getting picked on and picked off

• The irony of Nick Ahmed's appearance on Brandon Crawford Day

• Is the balanced schedule good for baseball?

Connor Grossman and Kerry Crowley return after a series loss to the Royals to unpack another unpredictable week of Giants baseball, featuring Wilmer Flores’s Ruthian run—and a very, very questionable hit. They also cover who should fill Justin Verlander’s spot in the rotation, fringe Hall of Fame candidates in today's game (11:09), and admit games they left early.

They also dig into:

— Logan Webb’s rare clunker (8:00)

— Patrick Bailey's brilliant throw vs. Bobby Witt Jr. (21:53)

— Carson Wisenhunt's rising case for a call-up (24:10)

— The view from national writers: Are the Giants contenders—or just hanging on? (34:30)

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Giants Postcards is back, and the SF Giants might be ready to shake things up.
Connor Grossman and KNBR’s Kerry Crowley dig into the state of the team after forty games, including Jordan Hicks’ latest meltdown, lineup changes that may not go far enough, and the looming decisions Buster Posey will have to make as the Giants’ new shot-caller.

They also break down:

—Why moving Hicks to the bullpen isn't as easy as it sounds

—Heliot Ramos’s big moments—and big mistakes

—What to expect with looming injury returns. Does Lamonte Wade Jr. still have a place on the team?

—Reminiscing on whether the era of great ejections is behind us

In this episode of Giants Postcards, Connor Grossman and Kerry Crowley dig into the San Francisco Giants' cratering offense, the black hole at first base, and whether coaching deserves more blame than it’s getting. (8:39)

Also in this episode:

— Willy Adames vs. Barry Zito: a comparison no one asked for (13:22)

— Who starts Game 3 of a (pretend) playoff series? (23:00)

— A tale of two teams: elite pitching, mediocre hitting (28:55)

— A very boring, very correct change at closer (41:30)

— What’s it like watching a game from Buster Posey's suite? (44:22)

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The Giants are the hottest team in baseball—but their offense? Still frozen.

In this episode of Giants Postcards, Connor Grossman and Kerry Crowley dig into an eventful week of razor-thin wins and a record stretch of close games. They unpack Buster Posey’s first roster shakeup and what to make of hitters who reference Oracle Park as part of their struggles (36:10).

Also covered:

— Chapman’s unforgettable homer (on the final strike, from a boat) (15:15)

— Fitzgerald’s puzzling pickoff and the ghost runner gamble (28:56)

— Who should be the Giants' All Star? And remember the Ballot Stuffing Era of 2011-2015 (43:33)

— Talking to Barry Bonds about his long home run at Yankee Stadium (58:07)

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You want to hear about the trade—we want to talk about the trade.

In this episode of Giants Postcards, Connor Grossman and Kerry Crowley break down the blockbuster that shook baseball: Rafael Devers is a San Francisco Giant. They reveal where they were when they found out (Kerry was covering ... cricket?) and break it all down:

— What Devers brings to the offense right now (14:36)

— The Giants history of missing on free agents (19:07)

— What Posey has that Farhan Zaidi never did (28:19)

— The Giants' new roster-building philosophy (38:00)

— Where will Devers play? Somewhere. We think. (41:31)

Plus: The short list of the best Giants hitters since 2007, what the Giants will miss in Kyle Harrison, and more.

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The Giants are falling fast. Their offense is ice cold, and the bullpen is cracking under pressure. So why now—of all times—did Buster Posey pick this moment to back Bob Melvin publicly and exercise his 2026 contract option?

Connor Grossman and Kerry Crowley break down the team’s brutal stretch, the timing (and message) behind Posey’s vote of confidence (9:00), and whether or not this is actually the truest version of the 2025 Giants.

They also cover:

— Panic rankings: Adames, Bailey, Lee (35:54)
— Looking back at the Devers trade (45:45)
— Giants All-Star predictions: Who makes the cut? (49:20)

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What just happened?

Connor Grossman and Kerry Crowley break down one of the wildest plays in Giants history: Patrick Bailey’s walk-off inside-the-park home run to beat the Phillies. Baseball rarely delivers lightning bolt moments like this—and this one struck deep. Connor was there (Kerry left early!), and they relive every angle of the chaos. (22:41)

They also dive into:
— Breaking down Duane Kuiper's and Dave Flemming's calls of Bailey's inside-the-parker (35:18)

— What's behind Justin Verlander's struggles? Or is it the struggles of the 25 guys around him? (46:53)

— The disaster in middle relief (52:48)

— The mini-saga between Rafael Devers and Will Clark (57:42)

— Bryce Harper explains why he didn't sign with the Giants. Do we believe him? (1:04:10)

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Connor Grossman and Kerry Crowley react to a surprising trade deadline for the San Francisco Giants as the team ships out Camilo Doval, Tyler Rogers, and Mike Yastrzemski. After years of standing pat around .500 and the trade deadline, Buster Posey's front office finally took a stance.

They unpack what the moves say about Posey’s long-term vision, why this deadline felt different, and how the Giants are all-in on their core—not this season.

Plus:

—Where do the Giants go from here?

— Why the Doval trade didn’t stack up to the Rogers deal

— What Yaz’s departure means for the outfield’s future

— Posey’s shift from “memory-making” to pragmatism

— Our favorite memories from each #ForeverGiant

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Connor Grossman and Kerry Crowley return with a jam-packed episode as the trade deadline looms. The Giants are definitely in the playoff race, but with their pitching depth evaporating and defensive miscues piling up, what should Buster Posey do at the deadline—and what will he do?

They unpack where things stand (9:41), the possible moves, and why the possibilities are wide-open (45:03).
Plus:

— The time Connor left Bruce Bochy's office too soon (6:34)

— What happened to the Giants pitching depth? (13:44)

— Heliot Ramos and what it means to be in fielding slump (22:46)

— Is the Giants' next manager already on the coaching staff? (37:13)

— Rafael Devers's resurgence (37:59)

—Could the Giants have had a Jacob Misiorowski? (54:34)

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Connor Grossman and Kerry Crowley dive into the Giants' existence as a .500 team. Perfectly average, almost always, for the better part of a decade. So what’s really keeping the San Francisco Giants stuck in place?

They talk about how the team got here (again), what it means for the future, and the possible path out. Plus, fallout from the trade deadline, bullpen uncertainty, and whether top prospect Bryce Eldridge should get the call.

Also in this episode:
— A rant about rinse, repeat, .500 (6:51)
— The Giants' miserable track record of first-round picks (15:52)
— How do the Giants replace what they lost at the trade deadline? (34:30)
— The bullpen bridge to Randy—can it be rebuilt? (34:55)
— Will Buster Posey's major league debut influence how when he decided to call up Bryce Eldridge? (49:00)

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Connor Grossman and Kerry Crowley return to assess the final, painful twist in the Giants’ 2025 season. Just days after a walk-off grand slam revived playoff hopes, the Giants did what .500 teams do.

Connor and Kerry break down the Giants' September run, why the rotation collapsed when it mattered most, and how they should approach free agency. Plus, they take stock of Bryce Eldridge’s arrival, Opening Night 2026, and the ever-shifting MelvinMeter.

Choose your topic:
— What can you take from this September run? (10:59)
— What do you do about the starting rotation? (17:27)
— Do you regret the trade deadline deals? (24:35)
— Is now the right time for Eldridge? (30:44)
— MelvinMeter update: Is Bob back next year? (37:21)

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Connor Grossman and Kerry Crowley return to unpack their October vacation plans. Since the Rafael Devers trade, the Giants haven’t just struggled—they’ve scored the fewest runs in baseball. It’s been a bizarre, frustrating stretch filled with bad defense and even worse hitting.

They also debut the MelvinMeter™️ and dare to bring up Bruce Bochy.

Plus:
— The growing gap between the Giants and the Dodgers and Padres (5:04)
— Examining the shockingly bad numbers since the Devers trade (10:28)
— Do you really believe in the farm system? (20:05)
— Which players are worth keeping outside the core? (27:00)
— Is Melvin leaving starters in too long? (39:53)
— MelvinMeter, Hallberg buzz, and Bochy whispers (44:35)

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Connor Grossman and Kerry Crowley try to make sense of the Giants’ freefall, as they lose 13 of 14 at home for the first time since the team moved to San Francisco. From lifeless losses to confusing comments from players and coaches, this stretch has fans (and hosts) wondering: what is this team, really?

They also get into:
— How angry should you be right now? (18:09)
— The Giants say they don't have any answers (25:23)
— Did the Giants ever have an identity? (33:21)
— How to build an Oracle Park-proof roster (53:05)

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Connor Grossman and Kerry Crowley return for the offseason edition of Giants Postcards—because the playoffs belong to someone else.

The guys break down what led to Bob Melvin's firing, what it says about Buster Posey’s urgency to win, and who’s emerging as a favorite to take over. They also dig into Posey’s timeline as an executive and why Connor thinks Posey's vision may be more short-term than people think.

Plus:
— Why Posey made the call to fire Melvin (5:14)
— An old catcher emerges as the favorite (14:41)
— How important is this decision? (22:32)
— How long is Posey planning to stay in his role? (29:48)
— Behind the scenes of Kerry's interview with Posey (36:53)
— Picking one free agent crush (42:30)

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Connor Grossman and Kerry Crowley are back to cover the latest unconventional chapter for Buster Posey’s Giants. Tony Vitello will be the Giants' next manager, the first skipper ever to jump from college to the pros with no coaching experience in MLB.

It’s a swing that feels equal parts inspired and insane. Maybe Vitello’s edge and energy is exactly what the Giants need. Or maybe a veteran-laden roster will want nothing to do with it. We'll find out real soon. Here's what else is on tap:
8:43 — Should Buster Posey build to beat the Dodgers?
17:58 — What drew the Giants to Tony Vitello?
27:29 — Who’s going to be on the coaching staff?
29:41 — How much of Gabe Kapler's influence lingers on?
37:36 — Why Connor’s more interested in Giants coverage than ever

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Connor Grossman and Kerry Crowley are back, live(ish) from San Francisco. They dive straight into the biggest Giants question of the winter: should the team trade Bryce Eldridge? With a win-now core, the guys debate whether the Giants can afford to wait — or whether Eldridge’s peak value is too good to pass up.

They also sort through Tony Vitello’s growing coaching staff, from Justin Meccage’s Pirates baggage to the wonderfully absurd arrival of hitting coach Hunter Mense. Plus: Rule 5 roulette, a few old free-agent heartbreaks, and a couple listener reviews to wrap things up.

On today’s postcard:
— The Eldridge decision and the Giants’ timeline (3:38)
— Tony V’s staff (and that name… Hunter Mense) (10:19)
— No Rule 5 protections — what does it say? (44:49)
— Free-agent misses that still haunt (49:28)

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Connor Grossman and Kerry Crowley return for an offseason edition of Giants Postcards.

Kerry shares his first impressions of Tony Vitello, who sounded sure of himself even if he's not sure what to do next. No bold promises, no new identity—just a whole lot of energy. Connor wonders what that means for a team whose expectations somehow never seem to change.

They also unpack the tricky path ahead this winter, highlighted by their need for a closer and the precarious nature of paying for an expensive one. Remember Mark Melancon? We'll find out together what Buster Posey's playbook is.

Here's what else is on tap:
5:17 — Takeaways from Tony Vitello’s introduction
17:02 — Do you sign a closer for big money?
25:23 — Giants ownership dishes on Bochy, payroll, and more
38:18 — Yamamoto vs. Bumgarner, World Series kings
42:14 — Watching the Dodgers win an epic Game 7

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Connor Grossman and Kerry Crowley are back with a Jeff Kent Hall of Fame episode… that quickly becomes a Barry Bonds episode. Kent is officially Cooperstown-bound, but the real story is the Hall of Fame’s increasingly calculated effort to keep out Bonds, Clemens, and any suspected steroid user.

Connor argues there’s a way to honor the truth of baseball history without pretending the steroid era didn’t happen, and the Hall’s current strategy is the opposite of honesty.

Once the soapbox gets put away, Connor and Kerry dig into what actually happens at the Winter Meetings, the Giants’ search for pitching, Buster Posey’s carefully vague updates, and the bizarre reality that the Giants managed to get nothing for Marco Luciano.

On today’s postcard:
— The Hall of Fame's quiet war on Bonds, Clemens, etc (7:46)
— What actually happens at the winter meetings (21:40)
— What's the plan for Buster Posey and the Giants? (27:06)
— No return for Marco Luciano? No one? (38:35)
— Favorite giveaways for 2026, and a thank-you to you (45:22)

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Connor Grossman and Kerry Crowley return and try to make sense about why a conversation about the San Francisco Giants now has to be a conversation about private equity.

The guys unpack why the Giants are reportedly shying away from big deals, how deferred money and managerial payouts factor in, and what role the team’s new private equity partners may (or may not) be playing behind the scenes. Plus, listener reactions to Kerry’s Hunter Greene trade idea, and whether a win-now roster can actually afford to wait.

On today’s postcard:
— Kerry defends his Bryce Eldridge trade idea (3:40)
— Why the Giants don't plan to spend big, according to Andrew Baggarly's latest story (7:24)
— Rolling back the memories as Connor clears out his bobblehead collection (28:08)

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Connor Grossman and Kerry Crowley are back for Giants Postcards’ first episode of 2026 — and the Giants are already confusing them. Reports suggest San Francisco is aggressively pursuing a second baseman in the trade market, which leads to a bigger question: why there, and not where the Giants actually seem thin?

Connor and Kerry dig into how far the Giants have drifted from the “pitching and defense” identity that has defined winning baseball in San Francisco. They also take stock of a rotation built on durability questions, a bullpen full of “guys,” and how the Giants' fortunes have turned in Latin America.

The conversation then turns to football—and why being a 49ers fan right now only makes a decade of Giants .500 baseball feel more frustrating.

Listen up:
— Why are the Giants chasing second basemen? (3:55)
— The Giants are panning for gold in the bullpen (18:58)
— A rotation short on innings ... and upside (26:19)
— How have the Giants landed top Latin American prospects? (34:10)
— What the 49ers can teach the Giants (39:17)

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Connor Grossman and Kerry Crowley are back.

The guys break down another up-and-down stretch of baseball, starting with one of the strangest (and most “Giants”) plays you’ll ever see from Willy Adames . They also highlight the actual bright spots, including Heliot Ramos’ big swing and Caleb Killian’s quietly dominant relief work.

On the flip side, there’s plenty to unpack: Tyler Mahle’s rough outing against Cincinnati, ongoing offensive inconsistencies, and the uncomfortable reality that certain weaknesses just keep showing up.

Connor and Kerry also run through a series of early-season “what matters more” questions and take a look ahead to the Dodgers series.

On today’s postcard:
— The debut of the “Tip Your Cap” list
— Adames’ absurd, unforgettable play
— Killian’s emergence and bullpen bright spots
— Mahle, Houser, and rotation concerns
— Early-season stock report across the roster
— Dodgers fans taking over Oracle (again)

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Connor Grossman and Kerry Crowley are back to break down a very Giants week—the kind where everything happens and none of it makes complete sense.

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Connor and Kerry try to make sense of a team that looks lost one series and strong the next, and what it says about who they really are.

They start with the highs, including Rafael Devers’ long-awaited breakthrough moment — a swing that finally felt like the reason he’s in San Francisco — before getting into the lows, headlined by a brutal decision by Matt Chapman that had Connor seeing red.

From there, the guys dig into the bullpen uncertainty, early roster surprises like Daniel Susac’s emergence vs. Patrick Bailey’s struggles, and the challenge of covering a team that feels wildly inconsistent from game to game.

Plus, a few early Tony Vitello observations.

On today’s postcard:
— Devers' biggest home run as a Giant (so far) (3:36)
— How do you split time between Daniel Susac and Patrick Bailey? (9:44)
— Who sets the lineup, Tony V or the front office? (15:21)
— Why did Chapman try to steal second base? (22:05)
— Landon Roupp deserved better (28:28)
— Early reads on Tony V (32:23)

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Connor Grossman and Kerry Crowley are back—and so are the Giants. After getting swept by the Yankees, Connor fired off a stream-of-consciousness newsletter filled with a few absurd observations and questions. Now, with a series win over the Padres in hand, it’s time to revisit those questions and figure out what actually matters.

Are the Giants headed for another .500 season? Can this veteran lineup handle velocity? Is Luis Arraez a defensive liability… or not? And is the bullpen actually... fine?

Connor and Kerry dig into the answers. It’s part overreaction, part reality check — and a snapshot of where the Giants stand after a bizarre opening week.

On today’s postcard:
— Jung Hoo Lee and the endless groundout (5:18)
— What can we make of the bullpen? (12:45)
— Are the Giants too hold to handle the heat? (18:39)
— Is Luis Arraez good at defense? Is Luis Arraez bad at defense? (22:48)
— The ambiguity of ball-strike challenges (29:20)
— Is Tony Vitello overwhelmed? (38:30)

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Connor Grossman and Kerry Crowley are back for Opening Day with a full 2026 Giants preview. They look ahead to the season by asking the big questions: how does this year end, what will define the Giants’ success (or failure), and how much faith should you have in a pitching staff full of uncertainty? There’s optimism around a deeper lineup and Tony Vitello’s presence, but the bullpen looms as the storyline that could make or break the season.

They also make their predictions—from final record to home run leader to trade deadline activity—and discuss whether Buster Posey will push his chips in if the Giants are remotely close to the race this summer.

On today’s postcard:
— Favorite Opening Day memories
— How will the Giants season end?
— What's the story of the season going to be?
— Biggest unanswered questions heading into 2026
— Predictions: Tony V ejections, Eldridge home runs, and more.

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Connor Grossman and Kerry Crowley are back with a full spring check-in—from Oracle Park food news to roster decisions that are starting to come into focus. With Opening Day around the corner, the roster is mostly set, leaving the real intrigue on the margins.

The biggest storyline: Bryce Eldridge is likely headed to Triple A. Connor and Kerry explain why it’s the right call, how Jerar Encarnacion’s late surge changed the equation, and why the Giants may actually be threading the needle between development and contention.

Plus, a look ahead to the Giants’ upcoming Wall of Fame ceremony honoring Buster Posey and the championship core, and why it’s still a little strange to separate Posey the franchise legend from Posey the executive.

On today’s postcard:
— The Giants' embrace of 9/9/9
— Why Eldridge to Triple A makes sense
— Jerar’s surge and the final roster battles
— Building (and questioning) the bullpen
— Stories from Spring Training

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Connor Grossman and Kerry Crowley are back to discuss the San Francisco Giants, the reigning Kings of Spring. Fresh off last year’s Cactus League title, the Giants are once again piling up wins — and hits — in Arizona. The numbers are eye-popping.

So what actually matters?

Connor and Kerry run through the top storylines and examine who's stock is up, and who's down. It's good news for Bryce Eldridge, Christian Koss, and Michael Fulmer. The news is less good for Hayden Birdsong and Jerar Encarnacion.

They also touch on Patrick Bailey’s unique value in the ABS Era, Phil Cuzzi’s retirement, and a few spring oddities that make this time of year so fun.

On today’s postcard:
— Why the Giants’ spring offense has been ridiculous
— Stock up: Battle for the backup infielder spot (6:06)
— Stock up: Bryce Eldridge (9:27)
— Stock up: The out-of-options bakeoff winner (15:52)
— Stock down: Hayden Birdsong (25:46)
— Stock up: Patrick Bailey challenging balls and strikes (37:23)

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Connor Grossman and Kerry Crowley are back and yes, the Kool-Aid is flowing.

The guys break down what has them excited heading into 2026: an offense that should be above average (finally), a full season of Rafael Devers launching balls into the cove, Bryce Eldridge’s continued development—including some curious work in the outfield—and the simple fact that the Giants are back in the national conversation.

The guys also hit on how Vitello might handle the pressure of bullpen management, the impact of the World Baseball Classic, and what to expect from ball-strike challenges this season.

On today’s postcard:
— What we’re most excited about in 2026 (5:56)
— Is spring training a good learning ground for Vitello? (28:58)
— Why is Eldridge working in the outfield? (32:19)
— How will the Giants handle the new system of challenging balls and strikes? (39:39)

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Connor Grossman and Kerry Crowley are back to make sense of two Giants moves that say a lot about what this team wants to be in 2026. Harrison Bader’s deal makes a lot of sense. Luis Arraez’s… does not. And yet, here we are.

The guys break down why Bader fits cleanly into the Giants’ roster, why Arraez is already conjuring memories of The Belt Wars, and how the Giants' biggest mistake is who they didn't sign.

Connor and Kerry also confront the scary reality that Buster Posey’s Giants appear to be planting their flag as an offense-first team. How's that going to go?

On this episode of Postcards:
— Breaking down Bader and Arraez's deals (3:44)
— What's Casey Schmitt's future look like? (18:38)
— The real issue with Arraez's signing (24:12)
— What will the identity be of the 2026 Giants? (29:49)
— The Giants' three sentences on Beltran, non-roster invitees, and more (39:26)

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Connor Grossman and Kerry Crowley are back after one of the clearest signals yet that the Giants know this season is slipping. Following another lifeless offensive stretch, Buster Posey pulled the last lever he could and called up Bryce Eldridge and Jesus Rodriguez—moves that say a lot more than the transaction wire alone.

Connor and Kerry break down what the promotions really mean: the Giants’ expensive veteran core hasn’t done enough, and Tony V has to deliver that message to them.

Plus: the latest additions to the “Tip Your Cap” list and an amusing story about Connor interviewing the late Yankees broadcaster John Sterling.

On today’s postcard:
— What led to Eldridge and Rodriguez's arrival (11:31)
— Why these moves are Posey's last lever (25:40)
— Who are the Giants without Logan Webb? (35:50)
— Tip Your Cap, and remembering John Sterling (40:57)

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Connor Grossman and Kerry Crowley are back after series win over the Dodgers and Marlins — featuring comebacks that showed both the best and most confusing parts of this Giants team.

The guys dig into what’s working, starting with Lee’s surge at the plate and whether he’s the obvious answer at leadoff for a team that still feels like it doesn’t have one. From there, they zoom out to bigger questions about identity: what does a Tony Vitello team actually look like, and are we starting to see any real traits emerge?

They also get into the growing spotlight on Rafael Devers. From his struggles against velocity to his lack of availability postgame, it’s not the start the Giants envisioned for a franchise cornerstone.

On today’s postcard:
— Bailey's big swing against the Dodgers (11:04)
— The worst moments of the week (16:03)
— What does a Tony V team look like? (26:37)
— Can Jung Hoo Lee stay hot? (36:16)
— The curious case of Rafael Devers (40:23)

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Connor Grossman and Kerry Crowley are back after one of the strangest and most revealing weeks of the Giants season, featuring a Patrick Bailey trade, another baserunning blunder, and the unexpected rise of “Babe Haase.”

The guys start with Willy Adames’ brutal mistake against the Dodgers and the larger question it raised: what do Tony V and the Giants stand for?

Then comes the stunner: Patrick Bailey is out. Connor and Kerry unpack why Buster Posey may have never fully bought into Bailey, how the trade represents a sharp break from the Farhan Zaidi era, and whether the move is bold, shortsighted, or both.

There’s also the increasingly strange handling of Bryce Eldridge, who was called up to supposedly play every day but is instead being used more like a bench bat.

And somewhere in the middle of all that chaos, Eric Haase turned into Babe Ruth for a night at Dodger Stadium.

On today’s postcard:
— Why is Eldridge on the bench? (8:30)
— Inside the Saturday Night Massacre (15:45)
— The birth of Eric "Babe" Haase (20:02)
— More adventures on the basepaths (26:18)

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Connor Grossman and Kerry Crowley are back after a brutal stretch that effectively ended the Giants' season.

The guys conduct a mini-autopsy of the 2026 Giants, examining how a veteran-heavy roster built to contend became one of baseball's biggest disappointments. They debate the incorrect assumptions made by Buster Posey's front office and try to figure out what comes next for this team.

Can the Giants sell another year of the same roster to fans without embracing a larger reset?

On today's postcard:

• What happened to the Giants? (4:08)
• Worst assumption made by the front office? (18:59)
• What's next for this team? (28:31)
• Can the Giants stomach a rebuild? (32:37)
• Will Tony V return next year? (36:48)

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Connor Grossman and Kerry Crowley are back. Fresh off a trip to Omaha for the College World Series, Connor joins Kerry to discuss a Giants team that suddenly sounds willing to listen to offers on key players.

The guys break down why Logan Webb remains the most fascinating name in all of this, why they still can't envision the Giants trading him, and what it would mean if the organization seriously considered moving on from cornerstone veterans.

They also discuss the Giants' continued struggles at Oracle Park, why an offense-first approach still feels like a poor fit for San Francisco, and the challenges facing a team staring down 23 consecutive games.

Plus: Connor shares observations from the College World Series, the Giants' recent wins over Atlanta, and thoughts on the controversy surrounding Pride Night.

On today's postcard:
— Logan Webb 🤝 Sunday afternoons in SF (3:55)
— Why can't the Giants win at home? (14:35)
— Who should the Giants trade? (24:35)
— What would a Webb extension look like? (30:45)
— Pride Night fiasco (34:22)

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Connor Grossman and Kerry Crowley are back after one of the most memorable Giants wins in years.

Bryce Eldridge capped the team's biggest comeback since moving to San Francisco with a walk-off grand slam. What does it mean for today, tomorrow, and 2027?

Connor and Kerry relive where they were for the moment, break down Jon Miller's marvelous call, and discuss what it means for a fan base that has spent years waiting for a homegrown star to break through.

They also dig into another frustrating bullpen loss in Chicago, revisit the concerns they had about the relief corps back in spring training, and examine whether Tony Vitello's long-term future in San Francisco is really as uncertain as some have suggested.

Plus: another round of Tip Your Cap, a tribute to Wrigley Field, and why Ryan Feltner, Miles Mikolas, and friends continue their quest to become Cy Young candidates exclusively against the Giants.

On today's postcard:

• Bryce Eldridge's historic walk-off grand slam
• Jon Miller making his mark
• Could Jung Hoo Lee be playing himself off the roster?
• Tony Vitello and the never-ending dance with college baseball
• Another update to the Tip Your Cap and the Wall of Fame

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Connor Grossman and Kerry Crowley are back after one of the strangest and most uncomfortable weeks the Giants have had in years.

What started as a press conference with Buster Posey quickly spiraled into an organizational headache. Connor and Kerry unpack the entire sequence—from Posey's "baseball questions only" stance, to Devers' explanation and criticism of the media, to Tony V's leadership style and whether his handling of the situation inspires confidence.

On today's postcard:

• Buster Posey's difficult press conference
• Devers' response to the Miami controversy
• Tony Vitello's comments and leadership
• The Giants' latest blown save
• Victor Bericoto can save us all

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Connor Grossman and Kerry Crowley are back as trade season draws near.

The guys debate Luis Arraez's future in San Francisco, whether Heliot Ramos has become a legitimate trade chip, and which veterans could be wearing different uniforms by next month.

They also revisit one of the week's biggest blunders. Connor questions Tony Vitello after Matt Gage threw 51 pitches before landing on the injured list, adding to a growing list of players battling injuries after being pushed to their limits. Are the Giants creating problems of their own?

On today's postcard:

• Heliot Ramos's unforgettable night (6:15)
• The rise of Victor Bericoto (10:22)
• Matt Gage's 51-pitch disaster (15:10)
• What happens at the trade deadline? (23:18)
• Another update to the Tip Your Cap list (31:13)

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Connor Grossman and Kerry Crowley are back after the All-Star break. The guys open with some reflection on why the Home Run Derby has become the main event, and why the game itself feels more like a Broadway production than a competition.

Then they dive head-first into the draft. With five top 100 prospects in Baseball America's rankings, Connor and Kerry dig into what the organization needs to get right after years of drafts that didn't deliver.

They also map out what a successful second half actually looks like—less circus, more baseball—and which surprise storylines are worth watching as the season enters its final stretch.

On today's postcard:
— Breaking down the Giants' draft class (9:27)
— What will make for second-half success? (34:27)
— Who should the Giants seek in trades? 46:34)
— An early look at the 2027 schedule (49:28)

Connor Grossman and Kerry Crowley are back after another frustrating week for the Giants, who remain the only team in baseball that still hasn't won four consecutive games.

Why have the Red Sox and Phillies turned their seasons around while the Giants continue to spin their wheels? Connor and Kerry dig into that before unpacking another Willy Adames head-scratcher. How do you reconcile rooting for a likable person who happens to be a maddening player?

The guys also get into the pros and cons of a rebuild, sparked by the latest comments from Lightyears Larry. And lastly, a trip down memory lane to revisit one of the most memorable weeks of the 2021 season.

On today's postcard:

• What the Red Sox and Phillies have that the Giants don't (1:45)
• Willy Adames's (mis)adventures (8:54)
• Bryce Eldridge's continued emergence (16:58)
• The case against a rebuild (27:04)
• This Week in 2021 Giants (36:50)

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Connor Grossman and Kerry Crowley open with the news Giants fans knew was coming but weren't ready for. Connor reflects on what Mike Krukow meant to him not just as a broadcaster but as a teacher—how hundreds of hours of listening shaped the way he watches baseball today.

Then it's on to a major story on Buster Posey published this week by The Athletic, which gave Connor and Kerry plenty to dig into: why Buster took the job in the first place, what he might want to go back on, whether he's surrounded himself with people who challenge him, and what the future of the Tony Vitello era actually looks like.

On today's postcard:

• What Mike Krukow means to us (0:37)
• Takeaways from the Buster Posey deep dive (17:03)
• Favorite memories from Giants' newest Wall of Famers (41:44)

Connor Grossman and Kerry Crowley are back with a deadline day recap. Five trades, one message: Buster Posey is building for the 2030s.

The guys break down what they liked, what they're dreaming on, and what still needs to get fixed. Then the circus comes to town. The Giants have more controversy and sagas to sift through, with yet again a lot more questions than answers.

On today's postcard:
— How did the Giants do with their must-trade players? (4:37)
— How do the Ramos and Miller deals stack up? (11:32)
— The circus comes back to town (34:00)