Silver and Laskey touch on the challenges of evaluating the MLB draft, with one caller arguing that the Giants made a mistake by not selecting more hitters. However, the hosts counter that the team's focus on pitching is a smart move, given the importance of consistent pitching in baseball. They also discuss the team's need to develop their young players and give them opportunities to shine.

<p>Silver and Laskey touch on the challenges of evaluating the MLB draft, with one caller arguing that the Giants made a mistake by not selecting more hitters. However, the hosts counter that the team's focus on pitching is a smart move, given the importance of consistent pitching in baseball. They also discuss the team's need to develop their young players and give them opportunities to shine.</p>

Papa previously hosted his own show on KNBR from 2001-2003. Papa will host the weekday 10am-2pm time slot alongside Greg Silver. Upon joining the 49ers earlier this year, Papa became the first Bay Area broadcaster to have a role with five of the region’s major professional teams. He previously served as the voice of the Warriors (TV & radio – 1986-97), Giants (TV & radio – 2004-08), Oakland A’s (TV – 1990-2003) and Oakland Raiders (radio – 1997-2017). Papa currently hosts NBC Sports Bay Area’s San Francisco Giants and Golden State Warriors Pregame Live and Postgame Live shows.

<p>Papa previously hosted his own show on KNBR from 2001-2003. Papa will host the weekday 10am-2pm time slot alongside Greg Silver. Upon joining the 49ers earlier this year, Papa became the first Bay Area broadcaster to have a role with five of the region’s major professional teams. He previously served as the voice of the Warriors (TV &amp; radio – 1986-97), Giants (TV &amp; radio – 2004-08), Oakland A’s (TV – 1990-2003) and Oakland Raiders (radio – 1997-2017). Papa currently hosts NBC Sports Bay Area’s San Francisco Giants and Golden State Warriors Pregame Live and Postgame Live shows.</p>

Papa & Silver Podcast

Giants go heavy in draft with pitching: ahead of trade deadline, will SF attempt to unload talent even popular players?

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