KNBR Podcast

Giants President of Baseball Operations Buster Posey joins the show to answer tough questions after last night’s Opening Night letdown. He addresses the pregame theatrics and whether they were a distraction, plus explains key roster decisions, including keeping Jerar Encarnacion over Luis Matos.

Marcus Thompson, lead columnist for The Athletic, joins the show to share his thoughts on MLB’s season opener, the Netflix broadcast experience, and the Warriors clinching a spot in the NBA Play‑In Tournament. Insightful perspective from one of the Bay Area's best.

San Francisco Mayor, Daniel Lurie joins the show to recap the Giants game from last night and discuss the city being showcased to an international audience. He also talks about being a mayor of the people — including heading out to the bleachers to take in the game with fans.

HOUR 4 - Jameis Winston continues to be an elite content machine, and we react to his hilarious quotes from Netflix last night. Plus, Warriors insider Marcus Thompson joins the show to break down the Dubs securing a Play‑In Tournament spot.

HOUR 3 - San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie joins the show to recap last night’s Giants game and discuss the city being showcased to an international audience. Plus, you have to hear this KNBR caller claiming to be a former Giant — easily one of the most awkward and uncomfortable calls in Murph & Markus history.

HOUR 2 - More reaction to the Giants’ Opening Night loss as frustration sets in early. Giants President of Baseball Operations, Buster Posey joins the show to answer big questions about what went wrong, key roster decisions, and where the team goes from here after a rough season opener.

HOUR 1 - The Giants drop a dud on Opening Night against the Yankees. Logan Webb explains what went wrong and why New York hit him again, while Tony Vitello reacts to his first loss as a big‑league manager. A sobering start to the season with plenty to unpack after Game 1.

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 manager, Tony Vtello. The conversation touches on the team's roster, the importance of bullpen management, and the pressure on Vtello to get off to a good start.

JD and Kyle Har break down Gui Santos' career night as the Warriors come back to beat the Nets.

Copes, D-Pop and the KNBR crew dive into the 2026 season, discussing the team's chances and key players. They weigh in on the pressure to perform, naming Rafael Devers, Logan Webb, and Jung Hoo Lee as players with significant expectations. The guys also discuss the bullpen, questioning the reliability of Ryan Walker and Landon Roupp. 

Copes, D-Pop, Murph, Markus, Silver, and JD dive into the 2026 season, discussing the team's new direction under Tony Vitello. They explore the impact of Buster Posey's leadership and the team's decision to go with an unconventional manager. The guys also break down the roster, discussing the addition of Rafael Devers and the departure of Luis Matos. They touch on the bullpen, questioning whether the team has enough arms to compete. With a mix of optimism and skepticism, the crew weighs in on what to expect from this new era of Giants baseball.

The guys dive into the team's lineup, with a focus on the hitting components and the potential for a deep lineup. They also discuss the pitching staff, including the starting rotation and bullpen, and how it might impact the team's overall performance. With a mix of optimism and skepticism, JD shares his thoughts on the team's prospects and what it will take for them to succeed.

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' pitching staff, including Logan Webb, and the potential for a strong season. With the team's high expectations, Papa and Silver explore what defines success for the Giants this year.

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 one's identity and the value of a genuine leader, referencing Tony Vitello's approach to managing the Giants.

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 roster. The hosts also take calls from listeners, including Aston, who emphasizes the need for the Giants to make the playoffs this year.

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 and Willie Adames. With the Giants' pitching-heavy lineup and bullpen in question, Stephanie weighs in on the challenges Vitiello may face this season.

We go back in time with Darren Chan — and this is pure radio gold. The longtime Giants producer and engineer unveils classic Giants songs, jingles, and commercials you haven’t heard in decades. Sit back, relax, and enjoy one of the greatest segments ever produced. DC absolutely cooked!

Legendary sports agent, Scott Boras joins the show to share his unique perspective on the game of baseball. He opens up about growing up a Giants fan, idolizing Willie Mays, and gives candid thoughts on the possibility of a MLB lockout. Insightful, historical, and must‑listen baseball conversation.

Friend of the show and actor, Nick Turturro joins us straight out of New York with hilarious takes on the Yankees. He weighs in on Team USA coming up short in the World Baseball Classic, MLB’s new gimmicky rules, and Opening Night on Netflix. Loud, honest, and must‑listen radio.

Giants legend Hunter Pence joins the show to preview the 2026 Giants season and share excitement about MLB’s unprecedented coverage on Netflix. Pence breaks down expectations for the year ahead and what this unique broadcast means for the future of baseball.

Mike Krukow joins the show to share his thoughts on Opening Night in San Francisco, preview the Giants’ 2026 season, and discuss the expectations around getting back to the playoffs. Insight, optimism, and classic Krukow perspective as Giants baseball is officially underway.

Giants legend Will Clark joins the show to preview the 2026 Giants season and gives his unfiltered thoughts on Bryce Eldridge being sent back to the minors. You have to hear what he says about critics of Luis Arraez — classic Will Clark, funny and honest as ever.

HOUR 4 - We recap a wildly busy and entertaining show featuring great takes from the hilarious Nick Turturro and Giants legend Will Clark. Then, super‑agent Scott Boras joins the show to share his unique perspective on the game of baseball, its stars, and its future. A must‑listen conversation to close it out.

HOUR 3 - Hunter Pence joins the show to preview the 2026 Giants season and discuss MLB’s unprecedented coverage coming to Netflix. Plus, friend of the show Nick Turturro stops by with hilarious takes on the Yankees and Opening Night — straight from New York. You have to hear this one!

HOUR 2 - We answer the biggest questions heading into the Giants’ 2026 season as Mike Krukow joins the show to preview the year ahead. Plus, Darren Chan takes us back in time with classic Giants songs, jingles, and commercials you haven’t heard in decades. Absolute radio gold — DC cooked!

HOUR 1 - Opening Night is finally here — are you ready? We bring you the biggest pregame show ever as Giants legend Will Clark joins the show to kick off a historic day at the ballpark. The energy is high, the season is here, and Giants baseball is officially back!

Sportsphone Full Show: Bill Laskey breaks down the Giants last exhibition game being an 8-2 win vs the Sultanes, & he also dives into the 26-man roster with Dave Tobener & a season outlook with Tony V. 

Niners Nightly Full Show: Carlos Ramirez breaks down the Niners free agency moves, signing they still need to make, and some draft prospects that they should hone in on in April. 

A Sound Soiree featuring Casey Schmitt and Logan Webb, Steve Kerr and Kyle Shanahan, plus we discuss the Giants' roster moves, including the expected waiver of Luis Matos and the addition of Jared Oliva, plus a very special crap section

Tim's Tuesday Takes and Trivia is all about the Giants upcoming season. The guys also touch on the pressure on manager Tony Vitello and the expectations surrounding the team's performance. With the season just beginning, the guys break down the Giants' chances and what fans can expect from this year's team.

Hour 2 is all about the San Francisco Giants. We discuss the team's expectations for the upcoming season, with some fans feeling optimistic and others feeling frustrated. Adam shares his thoughts on the team's new manager, Tony Vitello, and what he hopes to see from him this season. 

George Kontos joins the show to discuss the San Francisco Giants' upcoming season. He shares his thoughts on the team's identity, highlighting the potential of their lineup and the importance of solid pitching and defense. Kontos also dives into the bullpen, discussing the question marks surrounding the team's relief corps and the need for players to step up. He also talks about the rotation, praising the additions of Tyler Mahle and Adrian Houser.

In this episode of Dirty Work, Adam Copeland and Derek Papa dive into the world of baseball as the new season kicks off. They discuss the Giants' lineup and pitching, with a focus on the bullpen, which is a major question mark going into the season. Adam shares his thoughts on the team's identity and how it will be shaped by the pitching and lineup. They also talk to George Kontos, a world champion with the Giants, about the team's strengths and weaknesses, and get his take on the bullpen and starting rotation.

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 and wins a Cy Young award? Silver, Krueger, and Slusser break it all down.

Sam Amick joins Silver & Krueger following the horrific sight of Moses Moody's torn patellar tendon at the end of last night's win in Dallas. Silver wonders how this will impact the expected return of Steph Curry before the end of the season, as well as the Warriors' plans for constructing a competitive roster for next season. The guys also discuss the disconnect between the Milwaukee Bucks and Giannis Antetokounmpo as their agendas have diverged in recent weeks, and why the 65-game minimum for award eligibility should be revised.

In this episode of Papa and Silver on KNBR, hosts Larry Krueger and Greg Silver revisit a discussion with MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred about the future of baseball. They dive into the topic of the ghost runner, with Rob sharing his thoughts on the pitch clock and its impact on the game. The conversation also touches on the evolution of baseball, including the hiring of college coaches as managers and the increasing use of analytics. Paba and Silver share their opinions on the ghost runner and the changing landscape of baseball, making for a lively and thought-provoking discussion.

Hour 3: In this episode of The Sports Leader, Larry Krueger and Greg Silver discuss the San Francisco Giants' upcoming season. They dive into the team's expectations, with some fans feeling optimistic about the new season. Buster Posey's leadership and the team's young players are highlighted as key factors in their potential success. The hosts also discuss the importance of patience and giving the team time to develop its young talent. They're joined by Susan Slusser, a San Francisco Chronicle reporter, who shares her insights on the team's spring training and the potential for a strong season.

Hour 2: In this episode of The Sports Leader, Larry Krueger and Greg Silver dive into the latest NFL news. They discuss the 49ers' decision to let Brian Robinson walk, a running back who saw limited action last season. Larry shares his thoughts on the team's potential replacements. The guys also touch on the Trent Williams situation, with a deadline looming for the 49ers to restructure his contract. Additionally, they discuss the Giants' upcoming season, including their new manager Tony Vitello and the team's chances of making a strong start.

Hour 1: In this episode of the Sports Leader, Larry Krueger and Silver discuss the devastating injury to Moses Moody, a key player for the Golden State Warriors. They weigh the pros and cons of Steph Curry's potential return to the court, considering the team's current struggles and the impact on their future plans. The conversation also touches on the Warriors' offseason decisions, including the possibility of trading Draymond Green and the team's need for a youth movement. With the NBA playoffs on the horizon, the guys analyze the Warriors' chances and the implications of their decisions.

MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred joins the show for a must‑hear interview covering Opening Night, recent rule changes, the World Baseball Classic, and the future of the sport. He also debunks the “baseball is dead” narrative. Wide‑ranging, revealing, and unprecedented — hear it from the Commissioner himself!

49ers Insider, Matt Maiocco joins the show to break down San Francisco adding another offensive lineman and what it means for the roster. He also provides the latest on Trent Williams’ contract situation and where negotiations stand as the offseason continues.

Duane Kuiper joins the show to preview Giants Opening Night tomorrow and Opening Day on Friday as baseball returns to San Francisco. He also shares insight on Bryce Eldridge’s future and why he’s better positioned for long‑term success than ever before. Giants baseball is officially back!

HOUR 4 - MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred joins the show for an unprecedented interview covering Opening Night, recent rule changes, and the future of the game. Afterward, Murph & Markus react to the conversation and break down what it all means for baseball heading into the new season.

HOUR 3 - 49ers insider Matt Maiocco joins the show to discuss San Francisco adding another offensive lineman and what it signals moving forward. Kyle Shanahan weighs in on the team’s offseason additions. Plus, the guys get ready for a must‑hear interview with MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred.

HOUR 2 - Will Giants utility infielder Casey Schmitt hit 20 home runs this season? The guys debate it. Plus, Duane Kuiper joins the show to preview Opening Night tomorrow and Opening Day on Friday as Giants baseball officially returns. Get ready — it’s go time at Oracle Park.  

HOUR 1 - Bryce Eldridge smashes another opposite‑field home run, reigniting the debate over the Giants sending him back to the minors. Buster Posey addresses the controversial decision. Plus, the Warriors beat the Mavericks, but lose Moses Moody to a knee injury.

JD and Kyle Har break down Moses Moody exiting from the game with a scary knee injury in the Warriors' overtime win against the Mavs.