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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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