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FP Santangelo and Susan Slusser welcome the longtime beat writer, TV reporter, podcaster and author to discuss all the recent news, including the debate over Luis Arráez's defense, plus what needs the Giants have with spring training around the corner, thoughts on Tony Vitello, and why no coaching staff yet? Subscribe on YouTube and rate 5-stars wherever you get your podcasts. Part of the Foul Territory Network. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Slow winter? Not anymore. FP Santangelo and Susan Slusser react to the biggest name to join the Giants this offseason, Arráez, who has three batting titles to his name. This creates all sorts of interesting lineup possibilities, but what happens to Casey Schmitt? And does SF now have an offense that can contend? Plus: reports from Sacramento's FanFest after chats with Willy Adames, Robbie Ray and Dusty Baker.  Subscribe on YouTube and rate 5-stars wherever you get your podcasts. Part of the Foul Territory Network. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

FP Santangelo chats with the four-time champion about his return to the Giants, what it's like to work with Posey the executive and what his impressions are of new manager Tony Vitello. Plus, Bochy breaks down the bullpen, Tyler Mahle, the art of getting tossed and much more.  Subscribe on YouTube and rate 5-stars wherever you get your podcasts. Part of the Foul Territory Network. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

FP Santangelo and Susan Slusser take a look at the Giants' big news, adding free-agent outfielder Harrison Bader, pending a physical. A look at his skill set and what the outfield alignment might look like, plus: Logan Webb at the WBC and others expected to play (including Bader), and breaking down the enthusiasm about Hayden Birdsong going into the spring.  Subscribe on YouTube and rate 5-stars wherever you get your podcasts. Part of the Foul Territory Network. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mailbag alert! Taking a look at creating interest despite a slow offseason, Posey's job status, the state of the bullpen - including Ryan Walker's interesting take - and the need for better outfield defense. Jung Hoo Lee forgot some paperwork so was held up at immigration this week, and it turns out FP Santangelo and Susan Slusser have their own travel mishap stories.  Subscribe on YouTube and rate 5-stars wherever you get your podcasts. Part of the Foul Territory Network. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In his first public appearance since getting the job, the new Giants manager amps up 6,000 fans, and in a media session, he talked about Ryan Walker and how the bullpen might look (which leads FP Santangelo and Susan Slusser into a tangent about closers' entrances). Also a look at the Hall of Fame and Carlos Beltran's brief time in SF - not remembered fondly, though that has nothing to do with him.. Plus: Susan's ballot. Subscribe on YouTube and rate 5-stars wherever you get your podcasts. Part of the Foul Territory Network. Quit overspending on wireless with 50% off Unlimited premium wireless. Plans start at $15/month at https://MintMobile.com/Territory     See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

 After LA loads up even more, will the labor talks after this season reflect the idea that baseball business is broken?  FP Santangelo and Susan Slusser discuss a potential salary floor - and ceiling, along with the possible strategies for the Giants. And SF does make news, signing the top available amateur player from Latin America. A shout out to Brandon Crawford, too, for a nice honor coming his way.  Subscribe on YouTube and rate 5-stars wherever you get your podcasts. Part of the Foul Territory Network. Get 10 free meals and a FREE Zwilling Knife (a $144.99 value) on your third box at https://HelloFresh.com/FT10FM. Offer valid while supplies last. Free meals applied as a discount on first box, new subscribers only, varies by plan. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former San Francisco left-hander Jeremy Affeldt joins FP Santangelo at the Giants' fantasy camp in Arizona to break down the current bullpen, explain what made him such an effective postseason performer and what working with Buster Posey was like - and how Posey's skills translate to the front office.  Subscribe on YouTube and rate 5-stars wherever you get your podcasts. Part of the Foul Territory Network. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Giants director of player development Kyle Haines stops by to chat with F.P. Santangelo and Susan Slusser about San Francisco's minor-league system, Bryce Eldridge's development, Hayden Birdsong's strike-throwing, potential surprises and overall philosophy.  Subscribe on YouTube and rate 5-stars wherever you get your podcasts. Part of the Foul Territory Network. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Giants made another starter signing official this week. How healthy is Tyler Mahle, and is the team done shopping? F.P. Santangelo and Susan Slusser break down the latest news and discuss possible reasons for San Francisco's quiet offseason. Are more moves coming - and if not, what's going on with the payroll? Plus: F.P. reminisces about his time playing in Venezuela.  Subscribe on YouTube and rate 5-stars wherever you get your podcasts. Part of the Foul Territory Network. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

F.P. Santangelo grills a feisty Mike Krukow about which additions he'd like to see to San Francisco's roster, they discuss their experiences with Tony Vitello so far, and Krukow provides his thoughts on possible Hall of Fame honors for Duane Kuiper. F.P. stumps for Kruk and Kuip both, going in together.  Subscribe on YouTube and rate 5-stars wherever you get your podcasts. Part of the Foul Territory Network. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Buster Posey tops our first annual list of SF honorees in predictable and not so predictable categories, F.P. Santangelo and Susan Slusser disagree on most topics, and Drew Gilbert, Bryce Eldridge and Jesus Rodriguez get some mentions along with: Who would get a Tony at the Giants' new theater? Subscribe on YouTube and rate 5-stars wherever you get your podcasts. Part of the Foul Territory Network. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Longtime Giants and MLB reporter and columnist John Shea of the SF Standard, formerly of the San Francisco Chronicle, chats with F.P. Santangelo and Susan Slusser about the Giants' season, their current needs, and Buster Posey and Tony Vitello. Plus, he remembers Willie Mays and discusses Jeff Kent showing a lot of emotion after Shea's Hall of Fame questions.  Subscribe on YouTube and rate 5-stars wherever you get your podcasts. Part of the Foul Territory Network. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

F.P. Santangelo and Susan Slusser address some of the most pressing questions about the Giants offseason as submitted by listeners. Who is the team pursuing at second base (and why?) and what does the future hold for a number of SF's youngsters, including Bryce Eldridge, Hayden Birdsong and Tyler Fitzgerald. Drew Gilbert features in one serious question and a silly one! Subscribe on YouTube and rate 5-stars wherever you get your podcasts. Part of the Foul Territory Network. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Buck Showalter, himself something of an unconventional managerial hire, chats with F.P. Santangelo about San Francisco's choice of a college coach, Tony Vitello, to manage the Giants. What challenges will there be? How long might the transition take? Plus: a look at competing in the NL West  - and how the Dodgers' spending might impact a potential work stoppage.  Subscribe on YouTube and rate 5-stars wherever you get your podcasts. Part of the Foul Territory Network. Download Cash App Today: capl.onelink.me/vFut/hap8idx8 #CashAppPod. Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App’s bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. See terms and conditions at cash.app/legal/us/en-us/card-agreement. Direct deposit and promotions provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.