The Giants could face a tough decision with their pitching rotation with imminent return of Logan Webb, given Trevor McDonald's impressive 2026 start. Our conversation touches on the idea of a six-man rotation and the possibility of trading a veteran starter to make room for McDonald. We also discuss the importance of sample size and how it's affected the team's decisions. Daniel Susac joins the show to chat about his hot start and Rule 5 experience.

<p>The Giants could face a tough decision with their pitching rotation with imminent return of Logan Webb, given Trevor McDonald's impressive 2026 start. Our conversation touches on the idea of a six-man rotation and the possibility of trading a veteran starter to make room for McDonald. We also discuss the importance of sample size and how it's affected the team's decisions. Daniel Susac joins the show to chat about his hot start and Rule 5 experience.</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

The Giants continue roadie in Arizona and inch closer to .500: Daniel Susac joins on his hot 2026 start

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