Papa & Silver Podcast

Hour 4: In this episode of the Sports Leader, John Dickinson and Silver discuss the Giants' rough start to the season. They dive into the team's struggles and potential turning points, including the importance of trusting players and making adjustments. The guys also weigh in on the Padres' impressive season so far and what the Giants can learn from their approach. With a mix of analysis and humor, John and Silver break down the la...

Hour 3: The Giants' season got off to a rocky start, with a 0-3 record. Hosts Greg Silver and John Dickinson break down the weekend's games, discussing the team's struggles at the plate and the importance of making contact. They also touch on the recent roster moves, including the trade of Luis Matos to the Brewers. The guys take calls from listeners, including Mark, who shares his thoughts on Tony Vitello's overthinking, and Big E...

In this episode, Maria Guardado, a reporter for MLB.com, joins the show to discuss the Giants' slow start to the season. They dive into the team's struggles at the plate, including a shutout loss and a lack of production from key players. Maria shares her insights on the team's decision to stick with manager Tony Vittello, despite some questionable moves, and the importance of giving players confidence and time to adjust. They also...

Hour 1: The Giants got off to a tough start, getting swept by the Yankees in their opening series. Silver & JD break down the team's struggles at the plate and the concerns surrounding their offense. The guys take calls from listeners, debating who's to blame for the team's poor start. It's a lively discussion that gets to the heart of the Giants' early-season struggles. Maria Guardado of MLB.com stops by to shares her ins...

In this episode, we're joined by Randy Winn, the VP of Player Development for the San Francisco Giants. Despite last night's tough loss to the Yankees, Randy shares his thoughts on the importance of perspective and not overreacting to a single game. He recalls his own playing days, including a tough opening series with the Seattle Mariners, and how it's a marathon, not a sprint. We also dive into the development of young players li...

In this episode, Justice Delos Santos joins the conversation to break down the Giants' season-opening loss to the Yankees. He shares his thoughts on the team's performance, highlighting both the positives and negatives. From Logan Webb's rough start to the bullpen's potential, Justice weighs in on what the Giants can take away from the game. He also discusses the importance of Jung Hulee's development and the potential for a breako...

Hour 4:  In this episode of Sports Leader, Papa and Silver Now, Larry Krueger fills in for Papa as they discuss the Giants' Opening Day loss to the Yankees. The guys dive into the game's highlights and lowlights, including Logan Webb's performance and the team's struggles to score. They also talk to Buster Posey about the game and what it means for the season ahead. Plus, they share some positive notes from the bullpen, includ...

Hour 3: Silver & Krueger discuss the San Francisco Giants' opening day loss to the New York Yankees. They dive into the team's performance, focusing on the pitching and hitting. Logan Webb's seven-run outing and the Giants' inability to score any runs at home are major concerns. The hosts also touch on the importance of Jung Hoo Lee's potential breakout season and the Giants' need for consistent offense. They also discuss the b...

Hour 1: Silver & Krueger's Reaction Show is back, and they're breaking down the Giants' tough opening night loss to the Yankees. Larry Krueger, who's got some thoughts on the game and the Netflix broadcast. They dive into the Giants' struggles at the plate, the Yankees' impressive offense, and the bullpen's promising performance. They also discuss the importance of not overreacting to one game and the long season ahead. Plus, t...

Hour 2:The Giants' opening night loss to the Yankees had fans buzzing. Silver Krueger break down the game, discussing the team's defensive struggles and the impact of Tony Vitello's managerial decisions. They also dive into the lineup, questioning the placement of Chapman, Devers, and Ramos. Larry Krueger shares his thoughts on the team's offense, citing concerns about strikeouts and the lack of big boppers in the outfield. The guy...

In this episode, Stephanie Apstein joins the Sports Leader to discuss the Giants' new manager, Tony Vitiello. They dive into the unconventional hire and how it's sparking conversation around the league. Stephanie shares her initial thoughts on Vitiello's background and what drew the Giants to him. They also discuss the importance of relatability and humility in a manager, especially when dealing with superstars like Raphael Devers ...

In this episode of the Sports Leader, Silver & JD discuss the Giants' Opening Day lineup and the implications of their decisions. They dive into the team's new manager, Tony Vitello, and how he's shaping the team's culture. They also talk to Sports Illustrated's Stephanie Apstein about her recent piece on the evolution of the manager position and the challenges of managing superstars. The conversation touches on the Giants' pit...

In this episode of Papa and Silver, John Dickinson fills in for Greg Papa as they dive into the Giants' opening night matchup against the Yankees. Matt Mayoko joins the conversation, sharing his thoughts on the Giants' offseason additions and the 49ers' moves. Casey Schmidt stops by to discuss his spring training experience and the team's expectations for the upcoming season. The guys also touch on the importance of staying true to...

In this episode of the Sports Leader, John Dickinson fills in for Greg Papa as they dive into the highly anticipated matchup between the Giants and the Yankees on Opening Night. The conversation touches on the expectations for the new manager, Tony Vaitello, and the team's chances of making a successful season. They discuss the importance of bullpen management, the impact of a full year of Raffi Devers, and the team's overall roste...

In this episode, Silver & John Dickinson discuss the upcoming Giants opener with John Shay of the SF Standard. They dive into the unique production of the game, which feels more like a neutral site event despite being at Oracle Park. John shares his observations on the pre-game festivities, including a drone show and a game ball delivery system. They also discuss the Giants' bullpen management and the challenges of the new mana...

The San Francisco Chronicle's Susan Slusser joined Silver & Krueger to preview the highly anticipated Giants season, which gets going tomorrow night as they welcome the New York Yankees to Oracle Park. Susan shares her observations on the crisp play under Tony Vitello's squad throughout the cactus league and the team's goals of showing more aggressiveness in the outfield. Could this be the year that Logan Webb breaks through an...