Glen Kuiper joins Giants Warmup with Kerry, Marty & Sandra G before the start of the series finale vs the Yankees

KNBR Podcast11mApril 7, 2026

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The KNBR Podcast kicks off the series finale against the Yankees with a lively pre-game discussion featuring Glenn Kuiper, Kerry, and Sandra Gee. The hosts analyze the Giants' early-season struggles, particularly their lack of runs in the first two games, with Kuiper humorously noting that he ate more bacon at a Giants function than the team had hits. They debate key in-game decisions, including whether to pinch-hit for Jung-Hoo Lee and whether to pull Robbie Ray after a controversial strike call helped Aaron Judge. While Kuiper and Kerry express differing views on the timing of substitutions and matchups, they agree that Tony Vitello’s managerial style—balancing aggression and tradition—will be a central story of the season. The conversation highlights the tension between sticking with starters and adapting to matchups, especially against elite pitchers like Max Fried and Will Warren. The episode ends on an optimistic note, with a confident prediction that the Giants will finally score a run in this game.

Key Takeaways
1

Early-season offensive struggles are a concern, but managerial decisions will reveal more about Tony Vitello’s philosophy than the results.

2

Pinch-hitting decisions, especially against elite hitters like Aaron Judge, are a key point of debate and will be closely watched.

3

Robbie Ray’s performance and pitch count are under scrutiny, but his overall talent and spring training form justify keeping him in the game.

4

Matchups matter—especially with lefty-righty dynamics and the threat of power hitters like Judge and Stanton.

5

The Giants’ approach to in-game strategy may evolve from past eras, signaling a new chapter under Vitello and Posey’s leadership.

Chapters
0:00
2 min

Pre-Game Energy and Early Struggles

The hosts set the scene at the ballpark, discussing the Giants’ offensive drought and Glenn Kuiper’s humorous take on the team’s lack of hits compared to his bacon intake at a pre-game event.

2:00
3 min

Jung-Hoo Lee and the Pinch-Hitter Debate

I would not agree with you guys on that. I think if you're pinch hitting for your starting right fielder who's hitting fifth and today's hitting first in the fifth inning of game two of the season because you haven't scored a run yet, I'm not sure that's a good strategy to go with.

Highlight
5:00
5 min

Robbie Ray vs. Aaron Judge: The Critical At-Bat

I just tip my cap to Judge on his knowledge of the strike zone there.

Highlight
10:00
2 min

Tony Vitello’s Managerial Identity in the Making

We're really going to learn about how Buster Posey, Zach Manassi, and Vitello want this organization and its philosophies to manifest themselves on the field.

Highlight
High-Impact Quotes
We're really going to learn about how Buster Posey, Zach Manassi, and Vitello want this organization and its philosophies to manifest themselves on the field.
Kerry11:10
Viral: 90.0
I would not agree with you guys on that. I think if you're pinch hitting for your starting right fielder... I'm not sure that's a good strategy to go with.
Glenn Kuiper3:59
Viral: 85.0
I just tip my cap to Judge on his knowledge of the strike zone there.
Kerry7:17
Viral: 78.0
Speakers

Hosts

MartySandra Gee

Guests

Glenn KuiperKerry
Topics Discussed
Tony Vitello's Managerial Style95%In-Game Managerial Decisions90%Matchup-Based Substitutions88%Giants Offensive Struggles85%Bench Usage and Pinch Hitting82%Robbie Ray's Performance80%Pitching Matchups Against Elite Hitters78%Aaron Judge's Strike Zone Awareness75%
People & Brands

Kerry

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12xPositive

Glenn Kuiper

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8xPositive

Tony Vitello

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8xPositive

Robbie Ray

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7xPositive

Aaron Judge

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6xPositive

Jung-Hoo Lee

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6xNeutral

Vince Colonnese

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4xPositive

Gerard Encarnacion

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4xPositive

Will Warren

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2xNeutral

Goldschmidt

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2xNeutral

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