Giant Cocktails: A San Francisco Giants Baseball Podcast
By: Ben Henry and Matthew Henry
Language: en
Categories: Sports, Baseball
Come for the cocktails, stay for the funny alcohol-fueled rants as two lifelong San Francisco Giants fans discuss their favorite baseball team while enjoying homemade cocktails. Published every Monday and Thursday.
Episodes
Winter Meetings Review
Dec 15, 2025Wait, Jeff Kent is a Hall of Famer? Our snowbirds discuss the rather lackluster winter meetings including the draft lottery, Rule 5 draft, and the size of Buster's suite. Later they break down the Giants approach to improving the roster and why Ben won't be able to dress up as the Black Power Ranger. Also, Jeff Kent makes the Hall of Fame and Marco Luciano is a Pirate.
On the cocktail side of things, today Ben is drinking a Calamansi Margarita while Matthew is drinking a Holiday Old Fashioned. Recipes below.
Calamansi Margarita
2 oz Blanco... Duration: 01:05:19Will the Giants sign Framber Valdez, Tatsuya Imai or 3 Joe Schmoes? Plus the Looming Lockout.
Dec 01, 2025Buster is a spender but Johnson says long pitching contracts are risky. The brothers debate this conflict and discuss who the Giants will target after Buster inevitably wins. Also how will the looming lock out of 2027 impact this off-season? And yes, the lockout is most certainly coming.
On the cocktails side of things, today Matthew is drinking a Winter Daiquiri while Ben is drinking a Whinter Sour. Recipes below.
Winter Daiquiri
2 oz White Rum1 oz Lime Juice1/2 oz Rich Demerara Spiced Syrup1/2 oz Allspice DramShake all ingredients with ice until well-chilled. Strain into a... Duration: 00:55:14Coaching Staff Hires and Roster Churn
Nov 17, 2025They boys are back after two weeks so they talk about pretty much everything that's happened since they last recorded. They discuss coaches coming and going, including new hitting coach Hunter Pence Mense, how the roster churn has begun, and a little Free Agency.
On the cocktail side of things Ben is drinking an Off-Season Sludge while Matthew is drinking Manzana Reposada. Recipes below.
Off-Season Sludge
2 oz Bourbon3-4 oz Cherry Coca-ColaAdd bourbon to a highball glass with ice. Top with cherry cola. Have 2 more.Manzana Reposada
2 oz Reposado Tequila3/4 oz... Duration: 01:08:53Fixing Roster Holes & Tony Vitello's News Conference
Nov 03, 2025One signing down, 50 to go. The brothers react to the Tony Vitello introductory press conference and give their first impressions of Vitello's personality. Then they turn their attention to the holes (of various sizes) in the current roster. By the way, can you pitch?
Also, we are moving to an every other week schedule this month, so our next episode will be in two weeks. I know, it sucks and you'll miss us, but we will be on with emergency podcasts if any major news occurs. So don't worry, you'll still get our outstanding insights when they're...
Duration: 00:57:20REPOST: What Will New Manager Tony Vitello Do First?
Oct 27, 2025[We had a major audio issue with this episode so we expired it and republished with corrected audio; this is the only way we can ensure all listeners get the updated file. Our apologies for the inconvenience. It's Ben's fault. No, wait ... it's Bob's fault. Yeah. Bob did it.]
We have orange smoke. The ever faithful brothers discuss the closing of the deal with new manager Tony Vitello and then discuss his first moves as he drinks from the fire hose of information coming at him about the San Francisco Giants. Also, Matthew does a book review.<...
Duration: 00:50:53What Will New Manager Tony Vitello Do First? - REPUBLISHED
Oct 27, 2025We have orange smoke. The ever faithful brothers discuss the closing of the deal with new manager Tony Vitello and then discuss his first moves as he drinks from the fire hose of information coming at him about the San Francisco Giants. Also, Matthew does a book review.
We reference our dormant cocktail podcast The Perfect Sip a few times in this episode. If you haven't listened to it yet, you can check it out here: https://the-perfect-sip.captivate.fm/listen
Speaking of cocktails, today Ben is drinking a Bennessee Iced Tea while Matthew is...
Duration: 00:50:53Is Tony Vitello the Guy?
Oct 20, 2025Habeus procurator? Our failed Catholics ponder the possibility of the Giants hiring Tony Vitello as the next San Francisco Giants manager. Is a college coach qualified? What does Buster Posey see in Vitello? Can Buster close the deal?
On the cocktails side of things, Matthew is drinking while Ben is drinking Gimletarita Recipes below.
Gotham Grog
1 oz Planteray 3 Stars1/2 oz Appleton Estate Signature1/4 oz Planteray Xayamaca1/2 Lime Juice1 oz Spiced Demerara Syrup (cinnamon & cloves)1 1/2 oz Pineapple Juice1 oz Pomegranate Juice1 oz Hibiscus Tea (Strong)2-3 Dashes Peychaud’s BittersAdd all ingredients to a large ro... Duration: 00:51:37What Does a Manager Do Anyway?
Oct 13, 2025Seriously. We're asking. Our philosophers ponder the role of the manager: what qualities are the most important? Why have Kaplar and Melvin both failed to get this team over the mediocrity hump? Are they just filling out the the lineup card incorrectly?
On the cocktail side of things Ben is drinking a Proto-Punch while Matthew is drinking a Pink Flamingo. Recipes below.
Proto-Punch
1 1/2 oz Congac1 1/2 oz Bourbon1 oz Lemon juice2 oz of Oleo Saccharum syrup (or less, try less)4 oz of club sodaCombine the congac, bourbon, lemon juice and oleo saccharum syrup in a... Duration: 00:49:59The Big Surprises & Disappointments of 2025
Oct 06, 2025Our new cocktail podcast, The Perfect Sip, is on hiatus but new episodes are in production. (Yeah, it's taking a long time ... life, you know?) If you haven't listened yet, you can catch up here: https://the-perfect-sip.captivate.fm/listen
Speaking of cocktails, today Matthew is drinking an Apple of My Eye while Ben is drinking ... It's Just Lemonade ... Surprise! . Recipes below.
Apple of My Eye
1 1/2 oz Apple Brandy1 oz Bourbon or Rye3/4 oz Apple Spiced Demerara Syrup1/4 oz Lemon Juice3/4 oz Unsweetened Cranberry JuiceShake all ingredients with ice until well-chilled. Double strain into... Duration: 00:51:09Emergency Pod: Bob Melvin Fired
Sep 30, 2025There can be only one ... Bob. The brothers break down the dismissal of manage Bob Melvin. Were they surprised? Do they agree? What kind of manager do they want to replace him?
They took a minute or two to make simple cocktails, Matthew is drinking and Old Fashioned while Ben is drinking a Gin & Ginger Beer. Recipes below.
Matthew's Simplified Old Fashioned
2 oz bourbon¾ oz demerara gum syrup2 dashes Angostura bittersOrange peel (for garnish)Luxardo cherry (for garnish)Combine bourbon, demerara gum syrup, and bitters in a mixing glass with ice and stir until w... Duration: 00:33:41SF Giants 2025: The Roller Coaster of Mediocrity
Sep 29, 2025We'll call it ... the Negroni. Our theme park enthusiasts take stock of the 2025 season: predictions are reviewed, milestones are celebrated, tears of sorrow and tears of relief are shed over a bright red cocktail. Then they ask each other the big questions: Was this season good or bad? Should Bob Melvin be fired or retained? Did Buster make any mistakes? Can he make mistake? One thing is clear, no ERT for these thoosies; one ride on the Negroni was enough. Hit the dispatch music, Bob!
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Duration: 00:56:18A Giantless Playoffs Preview
Sep 25, 2025The Giants are playing meaningless games, but the Negroni watch is still on. Our Campari haters break down the Cardinals series in which the old rivals eliminated each other from the playoffs. Then they break down the playoffs and pick who they want to win and who they think will win.
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Speaking of cocktails, today...
Duration: 00:51:04Giants Biggest Need for 2026
Sep 22, 2025More liquor! Our mourners manage their grief as they break down the decisive Dodgers series: Eldridge breaks through, the Giants run out of pitching, and McDonald shuts 'em down (wait, who?). Then they discuss the biggest need for next year ... and not it's not offense.
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Speaking of cocktails, today Ben is drinking a Three Rum...
Duration: 00:50:56The Highs and Lows of 2025
Sep 18, 2025High hopes, low expectations. Our inebriates review the underwhelming dbag series and then review the various highs and lows of the 2025 season.
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Speaking of cocktails, today Matthew is drinking Hibiscus Gin Sour while Ben is drinking Fall on Your Face Nut* Punch. Recipes below.
Hibiscus Gin Sour
2 oz Gin3/4 oz Lime Juice3/4... Duration: 01:00:26BRYCE ELDRIDGE Promoted After Dodgers Let Down
Sep 15, 2025The Eldridge Knight is free! Our hosts guide their players characters through a breakdown of the disappointing LA series and then discuss what it will take for this team to make a meaningful run in the playoffs, which they will definitely make.
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Speaking of cocktails, today Ben is drinking a Bitter Blue Blood while Matthew...
Duration: 00:53:33The Giants Will Make the Playoffs (1/2 of Us Believe)
Sep 11, 2025It sure seems like the Mets believe. Our believer and our sourpuss breakdown the dbags series before debating whether the Giants will actually make the playoffs. Matthew brings stats, good vibes and gumption to the debate and Ben brings ... well, himself. Do the Giants have enough starting pitching? Is the bullpen up for the task? Can we trust this offense?
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Duration: 00:54:48The Exuberent Vibes of Drew Gilbert
Sep 08, 2025No puppies were diagnosed with rabies in the making of this episode. Our veterinarians break down the Cardinals series including the extension of the inexplicable reign of quality baseball before the sudden return of Verlandering and getting shut down by old pitchers. Then they celebrate the overwhelming personality of Drew Gilbert and how it has made the team more entertaining.
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Duration: 00:45:42Are the Fightin' Giants Back in the Race?
Sep 04, 2025Giants playoff chances have improved by 550% to ... 3.3% Our prognosticators break down the Rockies series, kerfluffle and all before asking the question: is there hope for the post-season after all?
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Speaking of cocktails, today Matthew is drinking an Aviation while Ben is drinking a Singapore Sling. Recipes below.
Aviation
2 ounces London Dry gin¾ ou... Duration: 00:51:42What to Look Forward to in September
Sep 01, 2025It's the last month of the season. Our optimists (Ben, is pretending this episode) break down the Orioles series and discuss what they are looking forward to seeing from the Giants in the last month of the season: early spring position battles, the young Giants outfielders, and who has to drink a Negroni.
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Speaking of...
Duration: 00:49:23Free the (Bryce) Eldridge Knight!
Aug 29, 2025Also, Jung Hoo Lee = Heliot Ramos. Our player characters break down the sweep of the Cubs including the stunning Verlander win, Devers' best game as a Giant, and the Webby/Willy one-two knock-out combo. Then they recount an interview JT Snow gave about Bryce Eldridge on KNBR which leads to a drunken shouting match over who's more mediocre: JHL or Heliot Ramos.
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Duration: 00:53:09Giants Battle to a Series Win Against Brewers Because ... Luis Matos?
Aug 25, 2025Cocktails over beer every time. Our bartenders break down the Brewers series including the triumphant return of Willy Adames, the dominance of Logan Webb and the overpowering bat of ... checks notes ... Luis Matos! Then they discuss whether this spark from Matos is a sign he's finally putting it together or if it's just a flash in the pan.
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Duration: 00:56:00Is Heliot Ramos 'against us' because BoMel is too soft?
Aug 21, 2025We can write lazy click bait headlines too! Our editors break down the Padres series so far: a winning streak!, Kai Wei Teng ... again, a Roupp-ian disaster, before boldly predicting what will happen in Verlander's start. Then they dive into the Heliot Ramos controversy and discuss the journalistic quality (or lack thereof) of some media outlets.
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<... Duration: 00:49:09Bob Gets Called Up
Aug 18, 2025Bob makes the bigs. Our proud fathers break down the Tampa Bay series and Logan Webb's mojo (or lack thereof) and then dive into a lightning round wherein they discuss the future of right field, the starting rotation, Brandon Belt disease, and Robbie Ray's 2026 mojo target.
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Speaking of cocktails, today Ben is drinking an Algonquin...
Duration: 00:46:04What Now? What's Wrong, Who's to Blame, and How to Fix It
Aug 14, 2025Warning: uncensored (and funny!) rants contained within. Our disconsolate wretches break down the drubbing of all hope by the San Diego padres before discussing where this season went wrong (the hitting, it was the hitting), who's to blame (Buster? Melvin? Adames? Chapman? Devers? Lee?), and what can be done to fix it this year and next.
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<... Duration: 00:49:46Why You Should Still Listen to Giant Cocktails in 2025
Aug 11, 2025It's our annual plea for your listenership! Our grovel-goblins prostrate themselves as they break down the Nationals series in a pleasant and interesting way, acknowledging the negative bits but only by implication. They also present reasons why you should continue to pay attention to the Giants or, more importantly, listen to the Giant Cocktails for the remainder of the season.
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Duration: 00:50:50After 4-2 Road Trip, What do the Giants Have Left in the Tank?
Aug 07, 2025A quarter tank of hope? Our Lost Boys break down the Pirates series and the roster as they take stock of what (little?) hope the Giants have for the rest of 2025 and beyond. How good is the rotation now? How about that pitching depth? Is the best bullpen in baseball still ... decent? What about right field? Oh, and will the Eldritch Knight ever be allowed to play first base?
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Duration: 00:51:49Goodbye Yaz & Camilo, Hello ... Grant McCray?
Aug 04, 2025The dust has settled on the trade deadline. A resolute Matthew consoles a heartbroken Ben as they break down the Mets series, and the trades of Camilo Doval and Mike Yastrzemski.
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Speaking of cocktails, today Ben is drinking Camilo's Farewell while Matthew is drinking a Banana Split. Recipes below.
Camilo's Farewell
1 oz Agricole rum1 oz Demerara rum1/2 oz Ginger liqueur2 dashes... Duration: 00:51:04Buster Pulls the Plug as Giants SELL Tyler Rogers, Get SWEPT by AWFUL Pirates
Jul 31, 2025**Warning: Explicit** RIP 2025. Our mourners process the demise of the 2025 season as Buster Posey declares the Giants non-contenders by trading away one of top 5 relievers in baseball.
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Speaking of cocktails, today Matthew is drinking a Bitter Buster while Ben is drinking Sh*t From My Bar. Recipes below.
Bitter Buster
2 oz Rye... Duration: 00:49:29Is the 2025 Season On Life Support?
Jul 28, 2025We need a crash cart, stat! Our doctors diagnose the damage after the Mets trucking. Ben says the patient is a goner, Matthew thinks Ben's an idiot, only time will tell who's right. Oh, and Lou Seal gets upstaged by the Crazy Crab.
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Speaking of cocktails, today Ben is drinking Strawberry Fields Forever while Matthew...
Duration: 00:52:00What If They All Get Hot?
Jul 24, 2025#doitforalexthegreat #doitforginny (Also, Matthew named this episode.) Our die-hards break down the series victory in Atlanta including the implosion and demotion of Hayden Birdsong (Kakaw?), Rafeal Devers' break out, and Justin Verlander's first Giants win (smirk). They also lightning round the trade deadline. Ben says outrageous things about Buster Posey, and Posey that cat names a cocktail.
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Duration: 00:55:10All-Star Hangover, Eh?
Jul 21, 2025100 games played, and things are looking a little iffy. The boys break down the Blue Jays series, Matthew rants about Justin Verlander, again, Ben calls out Logan Webb and Robbie Ray for being hungover, and they pick on instant replay. But let's face it, the break didn't solve the real problem: the offense.
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Duration: 00:53:15Advice From Bob of Giant Cocktails (Not Melvin ... Or Manfred)
Jul 17, 2025Matthew and Ben are there too. Yes, the boys recorded after the All-Star Game. Logan pitched well and NOTHING ELSE HAPPENED. Also the guys takes some questions from mostly fictional people and Bob, yes Bob!, gives advice to listeners questions.
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Coctail Recipes Coming Soon!
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Buster's First Draft, All-Star Break, and NOTHING ELSE HAPPENED
Jul 14, 2025This is a rant episode. We do not apologize. Our fanatical rantical hosts go off on the Giants bats as they breakdown the Dodgers series. They also discuss Buster Posey's first two draft picks and look ahead to the All-Star Game.
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Speaking of cocktails, today Ben is drinking a Spencer while Matthew is drinking something with...
Duration: 00:45:50And Patrick Bailey Walked It Off
Jul 10, 2025OK, he inside-the-park home ran it off, but whatever! The boys relish in the incredible win over the Phillies as they break down the series victory. They then discuss the key elements of the Giants slightly better offense and look ahead to the Dodgers series. Fooey those guys.
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Speaking of cocktails, today Matthew is drinking a...
Duration: 00:47:44Three All-Star Aces Over a Pair of Victories
Jul 07, 2025It's a boat! The boys break down the Sacthletics, err Vagabonds, err Athletics series and celebrate the Giants trio of All-Stars: Logan Webb, Robbie Ray and Randy Rodriguez.
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Speaking of cocktails, today Ben is drinking a Cherry Ginger Highball while Matthew is drinking a Watermelon Club. Recipes below.
Cherry Ginger Highball
1 1/2 oz... Duration: 00:51:50Guest Alex Pavlovic
Jul 03, 2025It's just for one episode, calm down. Alex and the boys discuss Alex's new book on the history of the San Francisco Giants: The Franchise including were the 2010s teams better than the 1960s teams? Were the 1993 Giants really as good as Ben says? Did the Giants lose out on Ohtani because of bidets? They also discuss the current Giants recent struggles, chicken tenders and dog collars.
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Duration: 01:06:092nd Half Kickoff! - (What White Sox Series?)
Jun 30, 2025That didn't happen. We're kicking off the second half of the season! Our hosts celebrate the good times, laugh at their ridiculous predictions and try to be optimistic about the future. Key word: try.
Join us next week when we'll be talking to NBC Sports Giants
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Speaking of cocktails, today Ben is drinking a...
Duration: 00:50:56The Old and the Cold
Jun 26, 2025Why can't we beat the worst teams? Our Sunday boaters are dodging fish sword beak mouth things while they break down the first two lousy games of the Marlins series. They also have a good cathartic rant about Justin Verlander and cover the hopefully temporary demotion of Tyler Fitzgerald.
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Speaking of cocktails, today Matthew is...
Duration: 00:42:14Schmitt Happens
Jun 23, 2025The Mighty Casey is staking his claim on 2nd base. Our two poets break down the Rafael Devers vs the Red Sox showdown and then dive deep into the rise of Casey Schmitt and the struggles of Tyler Fitzgerald and one other player that only Ben will say is bad. Hoo could it possibly Lee? Listen to find out!
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Duration: 00:48:06Rafael Devers - First Impressions
Jun 19, 2025We're not talking about the Guardians series because it's not over and that's the only reason. Our Rafael Devers apologists breakdown the Devers press conference and debut. They answer the big questions like "are you a dude?" and "would Farhan have made this trade?"
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Speaking of cocktails, today Matthew is drinking a Garden Mule while...
Duration: 00:48:08BlockBUSTER Trade: Rafael Devers a Giant for Harrison & Hicks
Jun 16, 2025What Dodgers series? The boys marvel over the Rafel Devers trade after breaking down the Dodgers series. Is Devers the big bat the Giants have been longing for or did they get fleeced? Also how does he fit into the roster?
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Speaking of cocktails, today Ben is drinking A Giant Surprise while Matthew is drinking...
Duration: 00:58:36The Rockies Suck. So Do the Dodgers.
Jun 12, 2025It's our 300th episode! Our Hall of Famers (they made me write that) break down the beginning of the Rockies series, discuss the impact of the Chapman and Bailey injuries, and look ahead to the Dodgers series.
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Speaking of cocktails, today Matthew is drinking Kiwi Mexicano aka Mexican Kiwi aka Kiwi in Mexico while Ben...
Duration: 00:48:58And They're Good Again!
Jun 09, 2025Nothing eases the pain like a 5 game winning streak. The brothers break down the end of the Padres series and (most of) the Braves series. They then use a lightning round to reflect on all of the crazy things that have made this team better ... or not?
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Speaking of cocktails, today Ben is drinking a...
Duration: 00:47:56Buster Has Had Enough: "It's Time to Go"
Jun 05, 2025It was the Tuesday Night Purple Purge. Christian Kossd: demoted. Sam Huff: gone. LaMonte Wade Jr.: gone?! The brothers break down the overhaul of the Giants bench and departure of the great Late Night LaMonte. Ben even put together some compilations of some of Wade's bets moments as a Giant. Links right here:
Late Night LaMonte's Biggest Hits
LaMonte Wade Jr.'s Top 10 Giants Home Runs
All of LaMonte Wade Jr.'s Giants Home Runs
But first they break down the first 3 games of the Padres series: Wilmer gets testy! Webb...
Duration: 00:50:47Who's On First? Is a Change Imminent?
Jun 02, 2025Seriously. We're not doing a bit. Our comedians break down the Marlins series: the offense is still anemic, the starters were good and bullpen was elite. So, same old, same old. Then they discuss the recent chatter in the Giantsphere about the first base situation. Is a change imminent?
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Speaking of cocktails, today Ben...
Duration: 00:49:39Laughter is Therapy, Come On In
May 29, 2025Because this offense is laughable. Our quacks break down the Tigers series: the pitching was great, the offense was not. Later they do a "therapy" session where Matthew revels in the great pitching and Ben wallows in the woeful hitting.
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Speaking of cocktails, today Matthew is drinking a Gentleperson’s Sour while Ben is drinking a Dr...
Duration: 00:50:071/3 Season Review
May 26, 2025That's right, the season 33.333% over. Our bean counters break down the National series (the usual, good pitching not much hitting) before turning their attention to the 1/3 season review. Can the Giants actually win the West? In this economy? Is Patrick Bailey a liability or the best player on the team? Will Adames ever show up?
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Duration: 00:51:40Where Have You Gone Jung Hoo?
May 22, 2025Well that was royally mid. (Sorry, couldn't resist.) Our anti-monarchists briefly reference the very blah Royals series, sing the praises of Hayden Birdsong (KAKAW!), feign shock at Justin Verlander's move to the IL, and lament streaky offense. Then, they do the unthinkable and call out Jung Hoo Lee. (Someone has to!) Also, they discuss how the Giants can get better but they don't say the "T" word.
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Duration: 00:50:52The Wins WilFlo
May 19, 2025It's Wilmer Flores' world, the rest of us are paying rent. Our squatters break down the series against the City-less Vagabonds: Wilmer mashes, Wilmer walks, Heliot rallies the troops. Oh, Logan Webb and Land Roupp are there too. And the bullpen! Always the bullpen. Then the brothers tell you which 2025 Giants Jersey's you should be buying starting with ... Spencer Bivens?
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Duration: 00:49:22Christian Koss & the Slightly Above Average Giants
May 15, 2025Someone tell that Lawlar kid to get his head out of his ... the boys breakdown the Arizona series, the rise of Christian Koss and finish asking the question: are the Giants good or bad? (It's not mediocre, we promise.)
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Duration: 00:51:50Look, We Didn't Say They Don't Have Problems
May 12, 2025We admit it; it's our fault they were swept. The boys break down the dismal offense, the good pitching and the outstanding play of Heliot Ramos in the Twins series. Then they declare that its "Not Early Anymore" and take overdue stands on the first base situation, the Birdsong and Harrison miss-use, and the closer controversy. (Wait, I thought Ben said there isn't a closer controversy?)
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Duration: 00:49:08It's OK to Admit the Giants are Good
May 08, 2025Subtitle: Giants Tame the Cubs; No Cubs Were Harmed During the Playing of the Baseball ... Except for Ryan Pressly who was definitely psychologically traumatized. Our zoologists revel in the series victory over the Cubs including Tuesday's historic Verlandering. And Matthew tries to get Ben to admit that the Giants are just good. No buts, no regressing to the mean, no Outs Above Average.
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Duration: 00:50:00Adames Levels the Rockies
May 05, 2025The Willy vibes have been great but this is even better. Our mountaineers break down the Rockies series including the continuing rise of Willy Adames and the surge of ... checks notes ... Luis Matos?! They also discuss the position player depth problem and what can be done about it mid season; Trades? Call ups? Or is it just "hope they get better"? Oh no. It's the last one, isn't it?
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Duration: 00:49:03Giants Get Padred & Mystery 1st Inning Woes
May 01, 2025Well, that was a dose of reality. Our chagrined hosts reluctantly review the Padres series the good, the bad and the inadequate. Then they turn their gaze to the starting pitchers. Have the boys been too hard on them? No. But it might not be anyone's fault.
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Duration: 00:50:17The First Place San Francisco Giants
Apr 28, 2025Well that was fun! The brothers try to catch their breaths after Heliot Ramos' wild run around the bases as they break down the Rangers series. Later they reflect on the first 1/6th of the season (I'm not calling it a month, no matter what Ben says); what went well, what could be better and what it means for the rest of the season.
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Duration: 00:48:29Are the Giants Fielding their Best Roster?
Apr 24, 2025There is no closer controversy! Our worrywarts break down the Brewers series (Birdsong! Doval! WILMER! Adames? Hicks? WALKER?!) and then ask the questions:
Are the Giants fielding their best roster?What will it take for young starters like Hayden Birdsong, Kyle Harrison and Carson Wisenhunt to get a shot?Why are the Giants using Sean Hjelle to dominate washed up AAAA players?Will Christian Koss become our new closer? (OK, maybe not that one.)Our new cocktail podcast, The Perfect Sip, is on hiatus but new episodes are in production. (Yeah, it's taking a long time...
Duration: 00:49:00A Swift Kick to the Pistachios (Not Sponsored)
Apr 21, 2025Well, that sucked. The brothers gamely break down the Angels series including the resurgence of the starting rotation, the return of David Villar, and Ryan Walker's first blown save. They then take a deep breath and look at the big picture by breaking down the the strengths, weaknesses and unknowns of the 2025 Giants.
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Duration: 00:50:13Phitzgerald Phells the Phillies
Apr 17, 2025t.fitzgerald has joined the chat. Our mods discuss the offensive outburst of Tyler Fitzgerald as they break down the first 3 games of the Phillies series. Then it's a lightning round! Is the starting rotation OK? Is Randy Rodriguez's arm going to fall off? Is Ben getting a new tattoo? Has anyone seen Luis Matos, Christian Koss or Sam Huff? All that and of course a Wilmer Flores fact. See you inside.
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Duration: 00:48:58Jung Hoo Lee Takes New York
Apr 14, 2025MVP Jung Hoo Lee? The boys marvel at the exploits of JHL, break down the Yankees, and attempt to solve the Hayden Birdsong problem. Ben also declares when you can stop saying "it's early", Matthew drops more Wilmer facts and they perform a musical number. Yes, really. Our apologies.
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Duration: 00:47:06Justin Verlander and the Purple Pushovers
Apr 10, 2025So these uniforms are an homage to NYU? Wut? Our fashionistas discuss the purple controversy, the nearly disastrous Reds series and the Justin Verlander blues. They also sing for the unsung heroes of the bullpen until Ben ruins it by crying about Camilo.
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Duration: 00:45:04Are the 8-1 Giants for Real?
Apr 07, 2025Best team in baseball! The TV Star and the Old Man break report back about the home opener, review the Mariners series, and ask the critical question: Are the Giants for real? You known what Matthew will say, but perhaps Ben will surprise you.
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Speaking of cocktails, today Ben is drinking a Rye Smile while Matthew is drinking a Matt Chai-pman. Recipes below.
Rye Smile
1 1/2 oz... Duration: 00:44:12Opening Week Reactions (Do it for Ginny)
Apr 03, 2025(Originally titled: "Do it for Ginny") Pitching, defense and Wilmer Flores. The boys react to the 5-1 opening road trip including the excellent starting pitching, the equally good relief pitching and the offensive exploits of Ramos and Flores. Then they also discuss how the great start impacts their expectations for the season. And they pay tribute to Ben's recently departed furry friend. Do It for Ginny!
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Duration: 00:49:29Opening Day & 2025 Predictions
Mar 27, 2025It's season 5 of Giants Cocktails. Our veteran podcasters throw a new coat of paint while they breakdown the Opening Day roster and make full season predictions. Will a Giant hit 30 home runs? Will Ramos & Fitzgerald regress to the mean? Will Matthew predict 90 wins again? Can Ben hold his "positivity" for one more episode? (Yes!, No!, 90? Try 100!, Of course not.)
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Duration: 00:50:54The Ultimate Episode ... of Spring
Mar 24, 2025The injury troll has arrived. The boys discuss the injuries to Jung Hoo Lee and Jerar Encarnacion and how the Giants will cover the open roster spot. They also review a busy week including some big roster decisions, more money in the Giants pocket and maybe yours. Finally they say goodbye to season 4 of Giant Cocktails and tease season 5.
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Duration: 00:59:272025 Roster & Lineup Predictions
Mar 17, 2025Opening Day is almost here. The brothers celebrate by attempting to predict the Opening Day roster and starting lineup. Will Kyle Harrison start in Sacramento? Is Jerar Encarnacion the DH? Can anyone guess the last three bullpen spots?
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Speaking of cocktails, today Matthew is drinking a Greta Garbo while Ben is drinking Spring Cocktail #4. Recipes below.
Cocktail
2 fl oz Light white rum1/4 fl oz Luxardo... Duration: 00:58:00Eldridge Demoted, Roupp Lit Up but Optimism Reigns?
Mar 10, 2025The boys discuss the reality checks delivered to Bryce Eldridge, Landon Roupp ... and Giants fans. Was this the plan for Bryce Eldridge all along? 12 PA and one start? Is Landon Roupp still the front runner for the 5th spot? Was he ever? Then they pivot to the good news: the lineup is starting to rake! Adames! Chapman! Lee! Is this team better than everyone thinks?
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Speaking...
Duration: 01:01:26Checking in on the Regulars. So far so good?
Mar 03, 2025Spring Training is 10 games old. The boys check in on the the regulars to make sure everything's OK. Is Jung Hoo Lee struggling coming off of injury? Is Adames a bust? Is LaMonte Wade Jr.'s .182 BA a good thing? (No, No ... and yes?). They also discuss the fifth starter battle and unintentionally discuss the 4th outfielder battle and the backup middle infield battle.
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Duration: 01:01:59Early Spring (Over)reactions
Feb 24, 2025The Giants are going 162-0! The boys dissect the first two games and make season long predictions from way too little information. Is the battle for the fifth spot in the rotation already settled? Will a Giant win MVP and ROY?! Is robots taking over the world actually a good thing? Well, according the one brother the answers are yes, yes and yes. Obviously.
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Duration: 01:02:14Spring Training Position Battles
Feb 17, 2025Spring has sprung! So the boys are breaking down the position battles. Will Matos and Luciano be blocked in Sacramento? Will Kyle Harrison start the season in AAA?! Does Ben think every player on the Giants is named Carson? (Probably, possibly, unfortunately.)
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Duration: 01:01:14Take Your Fangraph Projections and Shove 'Em
Feb 10, 2025Did we really need a bunch of computers to tell us the Giants are mediocre? The brothers react to the Fangraph season and player projections after they celebrate the end of the football season. Later Matthew presents a sure fire winning strategy for the 2025 Giants. Ben is not impressed, but will you be?
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Duration: 00:59:22The Giants Could be Good If ...
Feb 03, 2025We're calling it: It's Spring baby and we're back! In this episode we're reviewing the off-season changes, the current roster and staying positive by listing all of the ways the Giants could be good this season. At no point do we suggest that they're doomed. (OK, Ben is his usual self, but he tries to be positive.)
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Speaking of cocktails, today Matthew is drinking a Cosmopolitan while Ben...
Duration: 01:02:27Off Season Check In & Justin Verlander Reactions
Jan 17, 2025It's time to check in and see how the old Giants are doing ... oh, much older! The brothers are back to pass judgement on the Justin Verlander signing and the off season overall. Good? Bad? Or just meh?
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Speaking of cocktails, today Matthew is drinking a 20th Century while Ben is drinking a Ye Ole Lander Recipes below.
20th Century
1 1/2 oz Gin1/2 oz Lillet Blanc1/2... Duration: 01:02:19The 12,000 Days of Corbin Burnes
Dec 23, 2024Has he signed yet? The brothers discuss the interminable wait for the signing of the Corbin Burnes, what it means for the rest of the off-season if he does sign with the Giants, and just how much money are the Giants going to spend anyway. Also at the end of the show they pay homage to the one-of-a-kind Rickey Henderson. Gone too soon.
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Duration: 01:00:13Emergency Podcast: Giants Sign Willy Adames*
Dec 08, 2024*Pending physical. (Too soon?) In Buster Posey's first off-season the Giants give out the largest contract in team history to solve their shortstop problem. The brothers discuss how good of a player Willy Adames is, what this signing says about the Posey era, and what work the Giants still have left to do this off-season.
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Duration: 00:57:32Less Payroll + Less Analytics = More Wins?
Nov 25, 2024Less is more, right? The rumors say Buster is going cheap by cutting payroll and the boys are talking about it. They also review the hires Posey has made and what it means for the culture of the team. Who's making the lineup? Computers? Or Bob Melvin?
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Speaking of cocktails, today Matthew is drinking a Boukman Daiquiri while Ben is drinking mull spiced port. Recipes below.
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Happy Hour Returns: The Revenge of Turkey
Nov 22, 2024OK, it's a cross post with The Perfect Sip. Mostly. The boys do talk some baseball at the beginning. Oh, and they'll be back on Monday to talk about how the Giants definitely aren't signing Soto. In this episode they have ridiculous discussions about olive loaves and Ben makes a joke about eating a national icon. It's your typical mayhem really. The cocktails are good though. Recipes below. (Didn't have Randy Winn as VPPD on my bingo card.)
White Picket Fence
3 oz Spiced Whiskey Milk Punch2-4 oz Sparkling Cider0-2 oz Club SodaPour the milk... Duration: 00:45:45Off-Season Expectations & The All 2nd Millenium Team
Oct 28, 2024It's quiet out there. But not in here! The brothers are yelling about evil baseball players, bad parents, and stinky garbage. And that's just the first ten minutes. Later they set their own expectations for the off-season and then they announce the All Time Team for the last 25 years. Left Field and Catcher are real tough.
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Duration: 01:10:16Can This Offense be Fixed in One Winter?
Oct 22, 2024The brothers come to the grim realization of the big job Buster Posey has in rebuilding the Giants offense. They try to predict who will be at each of the 13 roster spots to begin the season. We should hope they're wrong.
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Speaking of cocktails, today Matthew is drinking ----- while Ben is drinking ------. Recipes below.
Heart & Hearth
1 1/2 oz Bourbon1/2 oz Allspice Dram1/4 oz Cynar3/4... Duration: 01:03:102024 Coaching Performance or Lack Thereof
Oct 14, 2024Did Bob Melvin and his staff make Farhan's roster better? The brothers are discussing the coaching staff today including why fans can never truly understand the dark art of MLB coaching, where the 2024 Giants needed the most coaching, and the one area that definitely needs to get significantly better. Finally they discuss why the 2025 staff will be a lot different not matter what the internal evaluations will be.
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Duration: 00:53:54The Buster Posey Vision
Oct 07, 2024Buster asked for the ball. The brothers discuss how the appointment of Buster Posey went down, what about the current team made him want to ask for the job, and what these early days will look like for him. They also participate in a coup and Matthew asks a close friend for help.
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On the cocktail side of things Matthew is drinking an Herbal Hot Toddy while Ben is drinking a Venus Gin #2 Old Fashioned. Recipes below.
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Zaidi Fired Posey Hired
Sep 30, 2024BuPo is the new HOBO! Excuse me, Buster Posey is Mr. President of Baseball Operations. The brothers break down the firing of Farhan Zaidi and why it needed to happen. Then they turn the page and look forward to the second Buster Posey era. How will this impact his legacy? Will this make it easier to sign free agents? What other changes need to be made?
On the cocktail side of things Matthew is drinking whiskey neat and Ben is drinking a glass of wine. Recipes not below.
Duration: 00:34:18Homeostasis: 2024 in Review
Sep 30, 2024Well, that happened. Our scientists review the completely disappointing but entirely predictable slightly below mediocre season of baseball that was played by the 2024 San Francisco Giants. They give out high level grades to the players, coaching staff and front office. Then they give out MVP, Unsung Hero and Most Disappointing Awards to the players for all of 2024. Finally they review their awful preseason and mid-season predictions.
Also, Ben is really sorry about the dog story. He'll never let that happen again.
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Duration: 01:08:422025 Starting Rotation Preview + Zaidi Decision Already Made?
Sep 26, 2024It's all over but the crying. But just who will be crying when the season is over? Our sad sacks discuss the recent news that Giants ownership has already decided the fate of HOBO Farhan Zaidi, Zaidi's assessment of the team and the quickly advancing career of Bryce Eldridge. They also preview the state of the 2025 starting rotation. Who's your 5th starter? Roupp or Birdsong?
In the lightning round @coleslunch delivers Donovan Walton a meal, Ben's dog gets a new toy and Matthew goes off the rails.
On the cocktail side of things Ben is...
Duration: 00:36:052025 Bullpen Preview and Winning When it Doesn't Matter
Sep 23, 2024Where has this team been ALL YEAR?! The brothers discuss the Giants finally playing well when the games only matter to the other side. Then they break down that state of the bullpen heading into next year. Yes, Ben says ridiculous things about Camilo Doval. Fan boys are gonna ... fan?
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On the cocktail...
Duration: 01:03:442025 Infield Preview & Zaidi Watch
Sep 19, 2024Hey, a series victory! Well, the brothers are looking ahead to 2025 anyway with a preview of next year's infield, but first they check in on the fallout of the the Atlantic story about Zaidi.
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In the lightning round the socks come off, haters gonna hate, Ben gets back on the fence and Matthew has his head in the clouds.
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Duration: 00:37:42Posey Takes Charge
Sep 16, 2024Is BuPo the new HOBO? Giant Cocktails is derailed mid-episode by the breaking news that Buster Posey took over the Matt Chapman extension negotiations as ownership grew impatient with Farhan Zaidi and Scott Boras. The brothers discuss this new world order and what it might mean for the organization and the Zaidi regime. Oh, they also discuss the new low point of the season on Saturday.
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On the cocktail side of things Matthew is...
Duration: 00:54:142025 Outfield Preview & Farhan Only Guaranteed Through Next Year?
Sep 12, 20243 hits off Civale, 11 off Rea. How 2024. Time to look to next year! Our prognosticators discuss the very young, very athletic and very inexperienced crop of outfielders the Giants will have next year. They also discuss the surprising news that Farhan and BoMel are only guaranteed through 2025. How will this impact the roster decisions and free agent pursuits?
In the lightning round Matthew becomes a cove keeper, Ben trashes a kid's ice cream bar, and we're all thrown a curve ball. Oh, and they refuse to let a joke a die.
On the cocktail side of...
Duration: 00:34:01Matt Chapman Extension & Grant McCray Arrival
Sep 09, 2024Are you buying a Matt Chapman jersey? Our shoppers discuss the contract extension of Matt Chapman. Is this a good deal for fans? They also revel in the Grant McCray outburst and discuss the young players finally getting a chance to play.
Also, the new cocktail oriented podcast The Perfect Sip is launching September 17th! You can subscribe now in your podcasting player of choice.
On the cocktail side of things Matthew is drinking a Corpse Reviver #2 while Ben is drinking a French 75. Recipes below.
Corpse Reviver
1 oz Gin1 oz Dry Orange... Duration: 00:57:31Young Players Called Up. Will They Play?
Sep 05, 2024It's the good, bad and the ugly today. First our cowboys announce that their new podcast is launching imminently. Then they review the recent good performances of Mason Black and Tristan Beck and the bad look of the haphazard call ups of Marco Luciano and Luis Matos.
Things get ugly in the lighting round when Ben gives acting advice, Matthew doesn't want to start over, and we all get lost in the desert.
On the cocktail side of things Ben is drinking a Jungle Bungle while Matthew is drinking a Without Faculty. Recipes below.
<... Duration: 00:36:04Repost: Defensive Standouts & Roster Updates
Sep 02, 2024REPOST: Hey, Ben here, I uploaded the wrong audio file when I published this week's Monday episode because I'm a dope. This new upload will ensure everyone gets the correct file. Sorry for clogging the interwebs and your feeds.
Forget losing to the Marlins, it's time to look for good news! Our spelunkers go deep and discuss the defensive greatness of Matt Chapman and Patrick Bailey. They then break down the roster and speculate on its implications for the off season.
On the cocktail side of things Matthew is drinking The Fall of Fig while...
Duration: 01:00:28Defensive Standouts & Roster Updates
Sep 02, 2024Forget losing to the Marlins, it's time to look for good news! Our spelunkers go deep and discuss the defensive greatness of Matt Chapman and Patrick Bailey. They then break down the roster and speculate on its implications for the off season.
On the cocktail side of things Matthew is drinking The Fall of Fig while Ben is drinking a Lost in the Jungle. Recipes below.
The Fall of Fig
2 oz London Dry Gin (Fig Infused)1/2 oz Benedictine1/2 - 3/4 oz Fig Syrup1 oz Lemon Juice2 Dashes Cardamon BittersAdd all ingredients into...
Duration: 01:00:28Bob Melvin Roasting and Month 5 Review
Aug 29, 2024Has Bob Melvin been a bad manager this year? In this Midweek Review our farmers sharpen their pitchforks while discussing the performance of Bob Melvin. Then they review the month 5 MVPs, Unsung Heroes, Most Improved and nominate candidates for next month's Most Improved. I bet you can guess which manger made that list.
In the Lightning Round the farmers go to jail, Matthew goes golfing, and Ben gives investment advice.
On the cocktail side of things Ben is drinking a Martini while Matthew is drinking an Embassy Cocktail. Recipes below.
Martini (5:1)
2 oz... Duration: 00:37:01RIP 2024 Giants
Aug 26, 2024It's not over. But it's over. Our sad dads discuss the Giants < >
On the cocktail side of things Matthew is drinking a Sunny Day while Ben is drinking a Hank's Coupe. Recipes below.
Sunny Day
2 oz London Dry Gin3/4 oz chamomile-lavender syrup1/2 oz lemon juice1/4 oz Lillet Blanc2 dashes lavender bittersLemon wheel for garnish (the sun)Add all ingredients to a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake for 10-15 seconds until well-chilled. Double strain into a chilled coupe glass. Garnish with a lemon wheel on the rim of the glass.
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Duration: 01:01:00Slightly Better Than the White Sox
Aug 22, 2024Did that series seem close? It did, right? Our investigators debate the missed opportunity of the White Sox series, map the paths past the Braves and Mets to the Playoffs, and finally ask what was Plan A if signing Chapman and Snell was Plan B?
Then in the lightning round Matthew casts Hex, Austin Slater has his biggest hit of the year for the Giants, and Ben jumps out of a moving vehicle.
On the cocktail side of the things Ben is drinking a 2024 Giants while Matthew is drinking a Tequila Old Fashioned. Recipes below.<...
Duration: 00:34:16Why the Giants Will Still Make the Playoffs (and A's stuff)
Aug 19, 2024The last Bay Bridge Series has been won. Will anyone miss it? More importantly will the Giants miss the playoffs? Our A's haters discuss the legacy of the Giants-Athletics rivalry and what the A's moving will mean for the Giants. They also try to keep hope alive by breaking down how the Giants can definitely still make the playoffs.
On the cocktail side of things Ben is drinking a Blabbey while Matthew is drinking a Verdant Whisper.
Blabbey
2 oz Gin1 oz Lillet Rose1 oz Freshly Squeezed Orange Juice1 dash Angostura bitters2 brandied cherries and... Duration: 00:59:23Tyler Fitzgerald's Weakness & the Giants Softness
Aug 15, 2024Yep. Tyler Fitzgerald has a weakness and the Giants' weakness might just be that that they're too weak. Our exercise gurus are discussing Runners in Scoring Position and how it has hurt the Giants and why its so pronounced. They also review the departure of Marco Luciano and the arrival of Grant McCray.
In the lightning round Ben gets magnanimous, an impossible choice is made, and Matthew puts the pedal to the metal.
On the cocktail side of things Ben is drinking a Phoenix Doval while Matthew is drinking a Giant Slayer.
Phoenix...
Duration: 00:35:19The Giant Surge, Camilo Doval, and the Melvin-Zaidi Disconnect
Aug 12, 2024Get in winners, we're taking this bandwagon to the playoffs! Right? Our bandwagon dwellers discuss how the Giants have been demolishing cupcake teams like Matthew gobbles Luxardo Cherries. Then Ben gets a little rabid discussing the demotion of Camilo Doval. Finally the boys ponder the obvious difference of opinions between Melvin and Zaidi. By the way, has anyone seen Marco Luciano recently?
On the cocktail side of things Matthew is drinking a while Ben is drinking a Justice for Camilo.
Antibes
1 1/2 oz Gin1/2 - 3/4 oz Benedictine2 oz Grapefruit JuiceAdd all ingredients...
Duration: 00:57:14Playoff Chances and Revamped Lineup
Aug 08, 2024Tyler Fitzgerald will carry the Giants to the playoffs! (It could happen.) In this Mid-Week Review the brothers discuss who's doing the heavy lifting on the offense and who's being carried before turning their attention to the Giants playoff chances now that the Giants are winning some games.
In the lightning round Ben hopes for disaster, Matthew forgets his toothbrush, and we all enjoy a summer evening.
On the cocktail side of things Ben is drinking a Bitter Gin & Tonic while Matthew is drinking a Tiki Old Fashioned. Recipes below.
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Duration: 00:35:10Blake Snell Domination, Roster Review and Prospect Failures
Aug 05, 2024A no-hitter sure is a great distraction from mediocrity. Our hosts discuss Blake Snell's no-no and the Red series before diving deep into a review of the roster post trade deadline. Then they finish with a good ol' fashioned under-informed rant about the Giants ability to evaluate prospect readiness.
On the cocktail side of things Matthew is drinking a My Tie while Ben is drinking a Banana Daiquiri. Recipes below.
My Tie
2 oz White Rum3/4 oz Orange Brandy (Grand Marnier)1/2 oz Orgeat Syrup1 oz Lime Juice2 dashes Peach BittersPut them all...
Duration: 01:01:49Trade Deadline Aftermath
Aug 01, 2024Well, that was underwhelming. In this Mid-Week Review our hagglers discuss the trades of Jorge Soler, Alex Cobb, the acquisition of Mark Canha and the promotions of Marco Luciano and Hayden Birdsong. Also what do all of these moves mean for the rest of the roster, especially Thairo Estrada and Wilmer Flores?
In the lightning round Ben blows a gasket, Matthew gets traded, and, oh, there's a train wreck.
On the cocktail side of things Ben is drinking a Ginger Old Fashioned while Matthew is having the a Last Word.
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Duration: 00:36:21