George Kontos, a Giants World Series champ, joined the show to discuss the team's recent series against the Cubs. He shared his insights on the Giants' performance, highlighting their resilience and ability to bounce back from a tough loss on Saturday. Kontos praised the team's pitching, particularly Dylan Smith, who earned a save in a crucial game at Wrigley Field.
The conversation touched on the importance of defined roles in the bullpen, with Kontos noting that the current Giants' pen is still figuring out its identity. He also discussed the team's young pitchers, including Trevor McDonald, who has shown promise but still needs to develop his skills. Kontos emphasized the need for McDonald to learn how to turn over lineups and adapt to different situations.
The discussion also delved into the changing landscape of pitching philosophy, with Kontos noting that the focus has shifted from velocity to location, movement, and overall ability to get outs. He shared his own experiences as a player and how the game has evolved over the years.

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