Scott Ostler and Susan Slusser take a look at San Francisco's rough homestand and especially Sunday's finale, which included 10 walks that led to eight runs. Is this the nadir? And: What did Vitello tell his team? Could the Giants lose 100 games, and does that matter? Plus: Posey declares Vitello will be back to the SF Standard - after Bob Melvin's extension was picked up this time last year, does that mean much? Do any votes of confidence in pro sports?

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San Francisco Giants manager Tony Vitello joins Jeremy Affeldt and Susan Slusser to talk about growing on the job, bouncing things off Bruce Bochy and Dusty Baker, dealing with veterans and the new emphasis on baserunning, plus handling pushback from players and what he wants to see in the final six weeks of the season. 

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Jeremy Affeldt and Scott Ostler delve into one of San Francisco's running themes this year - gauging fitness to play and when to use the IL. Could Willy Adames' latest back issue lead to more time for Christian Koss or, when he's up, Marcelo Mayer? Bright spots: Blade Tidwell, Carson Whisenhunt and Adrian Houser, all vying for next year's rotation, pick up the pace, plus the farm system gets some recognition. 

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Scott Ostler and Susan Slusser discuss Webb's standout effort Sunday against the Tigers and Willy Adames' pregame workout, which he allowed the San Francisco Chronicle to attend after questions were raised about his work ethic on a recent broadcast. Landen Roupp's response to getting lifted after three walks Saturday is also a topic, along with new infielder Marcelo Mayer, plus a tribute to longtime Bay Area sportswriter Mike Wagaman, who died Friday. 

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Jeremy Affeldt and Scott Ostler praise Mike Krukow and his 36 years behind the mic in San Francisco and also discuss Spanish language broadcaster Tito Fuente's return after major health issues, the Giants' use of an opener for the first time this year, contributions from Jung Hoo Lee, Rafael Devers and Willy Adames, plus: what it's like to sit with Buster Posey during a game.

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Scott Ostler and Susan Slusser discuss the eight rookies - plus first-year manager Tony Vitello - who will be using the final two months to show what they can do. Blade Tidwell tries to nail down a rotation spot and Osleivis Basabe is an unexpected hit, plus a look at Luis Arraez and Heliot Ramos and their first days with their new teams, Harrison Bader chat and a look at Willy Adames and how important his leadership will be.

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Jeremy Affleldt and Susan Slusser break down San Francisco's chaotic day of moves, sending away Luis Arraez, Robbie Ray, Heliot Ramos, Caleb Kilian, Erik Miller and Tyler Mahle for a host of young players. Is this a rebuild? Plus grading the haul, who will plug in some spots now - and the system boasts a Kent and a Bonds after the deadline. 

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Jeremy Affeldt and Scott Ostler break down the latest in Giants land, with Affeldt providing insight into player contracts and bizarre injuries, since Affeldt has had a few. And did Bader's new, second injury deny SF a chance to trade him? Ray, an All-Star last year, will be coveted by contenders, plus: could top pick Jackson Flora be pitching for the team next year? And: Tony Vitello has the team running - and Rafael Devers laid down a key bunt Thursday. 

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Scott Ostler and Susan Slusser look at the Giants' growing injury list and discuss how it will affect the roster going forward - plus the trade deadline, is Heliot Ramos' value dipping? Which prospects would we most want to see up? Plus an unexpected diversion into Hall of Fame talk - and congrats to Jeff Kent!

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With the Giants looking at losing one of their most significant contributors, Jeremy Affeldt and Susan Slusser examine how this might affect trade plans at the deadline and how the infield alignment shapes up, plus Tyler Mahle ups his stock and what San Francisco should be looking for in returns for trade pieces in the next week

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