SHIFTING THE FOCUS: Giants Could Punt 2027 and Build for 2028

After losing 97 games, should the Giants really approach 2027 as a contention year? San Francisco Standard columnist John Shea argues the Giants would be better served using next season to continue developing their young talent and targeting 2028, when more of their rapidly improving farm system could be ready to make an impact. We break down that argument and what it would mean for Buster Posey's offseason plans. Plus, another column takes aim at the Giants following their disastrous season, and we spotlight an intriguing San Francisco prospect heading to the Arizona Fall League.0:00 Punting 2027?13:37 CA Post RIPS the Giants23:36 AZ Fall League SleepersFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-san-francisco-giants/Locked On MLB League-Wide: Every Team, Prospects & More🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnMLBTune in for a detailed breakdown on the current state of your San Francisco Giants!Locked On Giants podcast is your daily ticket to stay ahead of the game and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and insider info for the San Francisco Giants and Major League Baseball. Hosted by Allen Stiles, a lifelong Giants fan, current radio host and digital creator that has covered the Giants for years, the Locked On Giants podcast provides your daily Giants fix with expert, local analysis, and coverage of all aspects of the Giants franchise, including game breakdowns and transactions in a data-driven way that’s rational but simple, passionate and accessible. Locked On Giants takes you beyond the scoreboard for the inside scoops on the biggest stories from within the Giants locker room and all over MLB. The Locked On Giants podcast is part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. Every Day.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!IndeedListeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast.Dose DailyReady to give your liver the support it deserves? Head to https://DoseDaily.co/LOCKEDONMLB or enter LOCKEDONMLB to get 35% off your first subscription.  Aura CybersecurityStart your free trial today at https://aura.com/aware.  Protect yourself now.Gameday Mens HealthGameday Men’s Health is a real, in-person men’s health clinic that looks at the full picture  before developing a treatment plan. Book your complimentary test and consult at https://join.gamedaymenshealth.com/reasons_to_choose_gameday-1201?utm_source=lockedon&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=MLB&utm_network=lockedon&utm_adgroup=corp&ghl_tag=national,corp5-Hour ENERGYGet candy-flavored chaos with Fruity Rainbow 5-hour ENERGY®️ Shots - available online at https://5hourENERGY.com or AmazonStanceCheck out the ICON collection from Stance—premium comfort, performance, and durability designed for whatever your day brings. Use promo Code LOCKEDON at checkout for 20% off your purchase.  Learn more at https://Stance.com.Stance. The Official Sock Partner of Major League Baseball.KALSHIFor a limited time, Download Kalshi and use code Locked On to get $25 when you trade $25. Kalshi. Trade what’s next.GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. It’s time to put your knowledge to the test with College Football Pick’Em from FanDuel.  Download the FanDuel app and play College Football Pick'Em for free. Only on FanDuel.  Join all the action at https://FANDUEL.COMFANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)#sfgiants  #FirstListen #Giants #sanfranciscogiants #sanfrancisco #baseball #mlb #tonyvitello #freeagency #mlbfreeagency #mlbtraderumors #japanesebaseball #junghoolee  #mlbdraft bryceeldridge #sanfrancisco #california #bayarea #dodgers #cubs  #nationals #a's #athletics #510 #415 #busterposey #diamondbacks #mlbtraderumors #mlbtradedeadline #rafaeldevers #bodavidson #mikekrukow #mlbplayoffs Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.ads