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by TortureCast | September 17, 2025 · 12:46 AM

Episode #326: TortureCast live from Arizona, part 2!

Bryce Eldridge in his first MLB AB. Photo by Chad King.

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Chad and Eric were hopeful that their trip to Arizona would bear witness to the Giants leapfrogging the Mets into the third wild card position, but instead were witness to the final nail in the coffin to their postseason hopes. Although we did get to see Bryce Eldridge’s Major League debut, we also witnessed an 8-1 drubbing followed by a walk-off win for the Diamondbacks on a game which the Giants led by four runs. It was a frustrating experience, but it does give clarity to the fact that this team is not ready for the playoffs. We chat about the season that could have been and our experience at Chase Field.

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by TortureCast | September 15, 2025 · 1:10 AM

Episode #325: TortureCast live from Arizona!

Patrick Bailey walked off the Dodgers with a 10th inning grand slam that put the Giants within 1/2 game of the Mets.

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Chad traveled down to Arizona to meet Eric for a couple of Giants games, but we wrapped up the last 10 games in a special live and in-person episode! We thank the Mets for their 8-games losing streak that enabled the Giants to get to within 1 1/2 games, despite the Giants going 4-5. And, our timing couldn’t be better because Bryce Eldridge has been called up and we should be seeing him the next two nights at Chase Field. Join us for a fun and rare episode!

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by TortureCast | December 15, 2024 · 8:37 AM

Episode #309: Willie Likes Our New Willy

Dec 12, 2024; San Francisco, CA, USA; San Francisco Giants shortstop Willy Adames reacts during his introductory press conference with president of baseball operations Buster Posey (left) and manager Bob Melvin (right) at Oracle Park. Mandatory Credit: Robert Edwards-Imagn Images

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NOTE: We had some audio issues that we tried to clean up and since uploaded a new version on 12/16/24.

Chad and Willie “Dills” talk about the impact that newly signed Giants’ shortstop, Willy Adames will have on this team. The left side of the infield is pretty strong right now and the outfield is set. Second and first may have a little work, but we have assumed starters there and at catcher. Most of the discussion revolves around starting pitching and the DH. After Snell signed with the Dodgers, it’s apparent that the Dodgers are probably already better on paper than they were last year when they won the whole thing. The Giants really are relegated to shooting for the wild card at this point, but that’s all it takes. Brandon Crawford officially called it a career and we reflect for a few minutes on his contributions to the franchise and imagine all of the upcoming Wall of Fame and statue ceremonies.

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by TortureCast | November 15, 2024 · 3:32 PM

Episode #308: There’s a New GM in Town

San Francisco Giants pro scouting director Zack Minasian was one the first hires made by Farhan Zaidi, the former president of baseball operations. He is now the GM. (Photo: Kerry Crowley)

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Buster Posey and the Giants hired a general manager! Zack Minasian (his brother is also the GM of the Angles, btw) has spent six years with the Giants and prior to that, was with the Brewers organization for 15 years. He grew up in the Rangers’ clubhouse, as his dad was a clubhouse attendant. In his teens, Zack realized that he wasn’t going to make it as baseball player and set his sights on the front office. Well, he’s arrived. Randy Winn was also named VP of player development. We’ll see if positions come up for JT Snow and Rich Aurilia. Patrick Bailey and Matt Chapman won Gold Gloves. It’s Bailey’s first, Chapman’s fifth, and it’s the first time the Giants have had two or more Gold Glove winners since Crawford, Panik, and Posey in 2016. Notice how we didn’t mention the Dodgers? Wait, what?

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by TortureCast | October 21, 2024 · 10:13 PM

Episode #307: The World Series That No One and Everyone Wanted Preview

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Look. Many Giants and fans of other franchises did not want to see Dodgers and Yankees. Chad certainly doesn’t. He’s rooting for a cancelation of the World Series. But, even though Eric and Willie would never want the Dodgers to win, they are intrigued by the superstar spectacle that this is. It’s a far cry from last year’s small market, wild card World Series between Arizona and Texas. In their 12th meeting in the World Series (5 ahead of the Yankees and Giants), and their first Fall Classic together since 1981, the Yankees and Dodgers square off in a Fox wet dream. Between the US and Japan viewership, this could be the most watched World Series in a decade or more. The boys make their picks, lament about Bay Area sports in general, and wrap it up with a little Giants’ news (3 Gold Glove finalists!). We’ll be back to review the World Series and get into the hot stove season with Buster Posey commanding the ship.

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by TortureCast | February 20, 2024 · 10:54 AM

Episode #295: Soler Power

Jorge Soler is introduced to the media at Spring Training on February 18, 2024. Photo by Andy Kuno.

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The Giants officially opened up spring training this week, and we had a lot to catch up on. First and foremost, the Giants plugged in some desperately needed power by signing Jorge Soler to a 3 year, $42 million contract. He’s slotted to bat fourth and be the Giants’ primary DH. Zaidi also said that they are essentially “done” with acquisitions and trades for now, although Blake Snell is still sitting out there as a prized free agent, not to mention Matt Chapman and Cody Bellinger. The Giants traded Ross Stripling to Oakland, but their opening day rotation looks a little light. Perhaps the Giants will stand pat with signing Jordan Hicks, who will become a starter after a long stint as a flame-throwing reliever, along with a trio of young starters, until Alex Cobb and Robbie Ray come off the injury shelf. Hey, the Panda is back! But, don’t expect him to make the roster out of spring training. We also talk about numbers, jerseys, and a LOT of 49ers talk.

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by TortureCast | January 12, 2024 · 11:06 PM

Episode #294: Stop Bogarting all the FAs, Dodgers!

Jung Hoo Lee was signed and introduced by the Giants in December. Since then, they’ve traded for Robbie Ray and signed Jordan Hicks.

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We break in the new year by reflecting on the signings of Jung Hoo Lee, Jordan Hicks, and the trade for Robbie Ray. Bye Disco and Haniger, we barely knew ya! The Giants avoid arbitration with three key players, but will probably face an arbiter in February with JD Davis. The need is obvious: at least a healthy starting pitcher and some power, but the Dodgers are apparently cornering the market on everyone! There is still hope with several key free agents still available. Let’s just hope Farhan can actually make some of these happen or it’s going to be a very long year.

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by TortureCast | December 11, 2023 · 3:55 PM

Episode #293: Shohei, hei, hey…wait a minute?!

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Not that we’re shocked, but the greatest unicorn player since Babe Ruth and most prized free agent in…well, maybe forever, decided that his services should stay in southern California but with the Bums. That’s right, the ONE team we didn’t want to see him go to was the Dodgers. $700 million over 10 years. The richest sports contract in history. The Giants were reportedly on the outside of the 3 finalists, which were Toronto, Anaheim, and LA, so they didn’t really have a chance in the end. Where do the Giants pivot? There is still a lot of talent out there, and signing a few all-starts versus one unicorn can still be a better value deal, despite missing on the marketing opportunities (which, by the way, may pay for most of Ohtani’s contract in LA).

Chad and Eric try and point the ship in the right direction for the Giants to sail, but seeing Ohtani in Dodger blue for the next 10 years has us….concerned to say the least. We review the available free agents, whom the Giants have signed, yet-to-be-signed arbitration-eligible players, and review the 2023 baseball awards.

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by TortureCast | August 8, 2022 · 2:06 PM

Episode #260: Regression to the Meanest

Carlos Rodon #16 of the San Francisco Giants delivers a pitch in the first inning against the Oakland Athletics at RingCentral Coliseum on August 6, 2022 in Oakland, California. The Giants did not trade him at the deadline. (Photo by Brandon Vallance/Getty Images)

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The Giants have one of the worst records after the All Star Break at 5-12 and are almost completely out of the playoff picture. That said, they are getting a lot of their regular roster back and can make ground against the Padres starting tonight. The boys also talk about what the Giants did and didn’t do at the trade deadline, and how they may hope to compete with the Dodgers and Padres rosters in the future. Plus, Hunter Pence is going on the Giants’ “Wall of Fame” on 9/17! Remember, you can catch us live most Mondays at 12:15 pm PDT.

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