Keith Law, a senior baseball writer for The Athletic, breaks down the Giants' picks in the 2026 MLB draft, including Jackson Flora and Carson Bolemon, and shares his thoughts on the team's strategy.

The Giants' draft was marked by a need for pitching, and they responded by selecting two high school pitchers in the first round. Keith Law explains that the team's approach was to take the best pitcher available, despite the risks associated with drafting high school players. 

Keith Law, a senior baseball writer for The Athletic, breaks down the Giants' picks in the 2026 MLB draft, including Jackson Flora and Carson Bolemon, and shares his thoughts on the team's strategy.
The Giants' draft was marked by a need for pitching, and they responded by selecting two high school pitchers in the first round. Keith Law explains that the team's approach was to take the best pitcher available, despite the risks associated with drafting high school players.&nbsp;

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.

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.

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The Athletic's Keith Law breaks down the 2026 MLB draft with thoughts and comps for Jackson Flora and Carson Bolemon

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With the mlb trade deadline looming, is the pressure is on for SF to make the moves to replenish the farm system? John Shea of the San Francisco Standard shares his insights on the current state the team, including the latest on Matt Chapman's no-trade clause and the potential impact of the trade deadline on the team's future.s.

With the mlb trade deadline looming, is the pressure is on for SF to make the moves to replenish the farm system? John Shea of the San Francisco Standard shares his insights on the current state the team, including the latest on Matt Chapman's no-trade clause and the potential impact of the trade deadline on the team's future.s.

John Shea weighs in on difficulty moving big contracts from SF roster and how the team can continue to develop young talent

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In Hour 4 we briefly touch on Aaron Donald considering coming back from retirement, plus John Shea with his thoughts on the All-Star game and what can be salvaged from a lost 2026 Giants season. We also chat about the decline of aging players as Golden State looks to make one last run as a fading dynasty.

In Hour 4 we briefly touch on Aaron Donald considering coming back from retirement, plus John Shea with his thoughts on the All-Star game and what can be salvaged from a lost 2026 Giants season. We also chat about the decline of aging players as Golden State looks to make one last run as a fading dynasty.

is the fading dynasty of the Warriors unsalvageable? Plus John Shea on what can be gleaned from a lost 2026 SF campaign

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Silver and Kruegs welcome Keith Law to take a dive into the Giants' recent draft picks and discuss the potential impact of the expiring CBA on the amateur draft. Keith shares his thoughts on the Giants' decision to draft pitchers and the benefits of balancing college and high school players in the same draft.

The conversation also touches on the Warriors' offseason moves, including their pursuit of Lebron James and the signing of Kristaps Porzingis. Will Golden State be competitive in a tough West this year? We chat about the grind of the NBA season and how it affects players, particularly those in their advanced age.

Silver and Kruegs welcome Keith Law to take a dive into the Giants' recent draft picks and discuss the potential impact of the expiring CBA on the amateur draft. Keith shares his thoughts on the Giants' decision to draft pitchers and the benefits of balancing college and high school players in the same draft.
The conversation also touches on the Warriors' offseason moves, including their pursuit of Lebron James and the signing of Kristaps Porzingis. Will Golden State be competitive in a tough West this year? We chat about the grind of the NBA season and how it affects players, particularly those in their advanced age.

Its a DEEP dive into the Giants' prospect pool, plus thoughts on the aging Warriors & their roster construction

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The Athletic's Keith Law breaks down the 2026 MLB draft with thoughts and comps for Jackson Flora and Carson Bolemon

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