SF Giants Broadcaster Interview: Duane Kuiper

[@LAQIII]

Us Giants fans are so blessed having such amazing TV Broadcasters, nothing like having Kruk & Kuipe on tv ❤️🙌⚾️

[@disneydanny2]

indeed. I noticed on the most recent road trips, that Dave has been Kuip's Play-by-play backup. I thought Jon was #2 and Dave was #3? Not that I'm complaining , I like having Dave on the TV side.

[@LAQIII]

@@disneydanny2 I agree with you also, Dave has been doing a good job during road trips, our Broadcasters are the only MLB Team that I can think of that switch from TV & Radio during the season, hands down the best TV / Radio crew ANY MLB Team has..

[@disneydanny2]

@@LAQIII it might just be me, but Dave seems to make the switch from radio to TV easier than Jon. When Jon calls games on the TV, he seems to be a bit more descriptive than he needs to be.

[@LAQIII]

@@disneydanny2 with Mr. Jon Miller he wants you to know how your surroundings & atmosphere is at the ballpark for those who are visually impaired I believe, he probably gets feedback from fans & Jon likes to describe more things to fans then normal broadcasters.

[@rufust.firefly4890]

@@disneydanny2 MIller is a zero as far as I am concerned.

[@ADoc1980]

Kuip is a national treasure. We're so damn lucky that he's part of the Giants family.

[@ldfreitas9437]

Yes, he and Kruk are great announcers. Problem lately is the Giants hitters doing nothing and the bull pen games are now turning into losses, as though anyone but Kapler and Zaidy knew it was not sustainable.

[@SanderAnderon]

Kruk 'n Smooth are so special that most days it doesn't even matter if we win or lose, just the luck of getting to listen to them is enough. I miss them after the last game each fall so much I rewatch some games over the winters to get through till the springs.

[@kathipierce2743]

I became a Giants fan at a late old age lol ~ I have my favorites on the team but as the years go by I have added to that list. But the best part of the games is listening to Kuipe and Kruk. They are a great team. Love them both 🤗

[@dougmorse599]

I wanna say thank you for the job well done since I arrived in San Jose in 95 .I have since left in 2020 ,now in Arizona mesa Chandler area but I didn't know about your treatment adsense and was surprised to hear in the interview ....now more surprised about your loss as well .truly sorry for your loss .....but thankful your back as I have listened to many highlight reels ...I have enjoyed your call for many years and your teams to broadcast with have been pretty high-end talent ,great career .....Isay a handful of thank yous and the highest form of respect one man can show another man .....a salute to you sir .....thank you Duane for your time your call and your love of the game......legendary to the Bay area

[@EricWBurton]

We are beyond lucky to have Duane and Mike in the booth. Those two are a huge part of why I fell in love with the Giants and baseball in general. Their positivity and love flows through the airwaves and covers you like a warm blanket. Duane's ability to paint a picture with his words and make your heart leap with the cry, "He hits it high! He hits it deep!" is legendary. Mike's insightful, silly, and wholesome color commentary is the perfect compliment. If I could meet anyone in the Giants organization, it would be these two. I think a lot of us Giants fans would be eternally grateful to the baseball gods for blessing us with those two legends, but they deemed to bless us even further with the addition of Dave Flemming and Jon Miller! These two are legends themselves, talented broadcasters and exceptionally skilled in their craft. An embarrassment of riches in the broadcast booths! I hope I never take it for granted.

[@wsegen]

driving the NL teams to candlestick. Waiting for the players to come out and get on the bus, Kuiper was always there signing autographs, leaning against the wall, cigarette hanging out. He was great.

[@stevepipe-b5b]

What a great interview. Thanks so much, Amy G, for doing this and to Kuip for making me smile. Wonderful!

[@doodlepops707]

I've watched them both play at candlestick, met Kruk at my winery in Sonoma county back in 97. Nicest guy. They are a legendary duo. The best in the business. I'm so happy they got to call three championship.

[@thekanthalkid4273]

Kruk and Kuip's were the voices of my childhood. I remember growing up I sometimes was more interested in their conversations than the game itself. We are so lucky to have such amazing broadcasters, both are HOFers!!!!

[@sarastitt4081]

Kruk and Kuip are simply the best that ever was. I treasure every minute I get to listen to them, and I miss them like crazy in the off-season. ❤️

[@SEAclub007]

Duane and Amy are such class acts! This is so warm and wonderful

[@denisenelson3664]

I can't love this enough. Kruk and Kuip are treasures and I love nothing more than to listen to them talk about baseball. Thanks for the interview, Amy!

[@scottcass4243]

Two of the best broadcasters in baseball.

[@daveschlom4033]

I think we all have the same basic feeling here. That we have been so lucky for so long to have this man in the booth with his best friend. They can take a clunker of a game and entertain you anyway. Especially when there are fun things happening with the fans for them to comment on. They are so good at that! And when the game is a really good one, none better than Kruk and Kuip to keep you riveted. They are loved.

[@dtominator]

👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼Great job, Amy. Thanks for a exceptional interview. I love the 4 Giants broadcasters. It's hard to decide whether to watch TV or listen to the radio. They are all so good and having fun with each other. What a treat to listen.

[@daveschlom4033]

As someone who does interviews for a living and considers himself fairly good at it, what I love about Amy G is that she is not afraid to let us know that she loves this man deeply. It comes across not just in her moments of touching his arm but her wonderful, relaxed questions that tee it up for Kuip. This is really a treasure. Thank you Amy! And God Bless Duane Kuiper. His picture hangs in my recording studio. I ask for his virtual blessing at the start of every interview I do.

[@AlainChiu]

Thinking back, Kruk and Kuip are the reason I became a Giants fan.

[@rickjay4639]

Kruk and Kuipe have been such a pleasure to listen to great broadcasters

[@aoshposh2278]

Man it was so nice to see Kruk back in the day. How refreshing. Love these 2!😊

[@bigshash9946]

Great team. Smooth delivery, easy on the ears. They know the game and share their wisdom. I learn something every time I listen to them.

[@Andreealvhe]

We Giants fans are so blessed to have a broadcast team consisting of Kuip, Kruk, Jon, Flemming, etc. It’s unbelievable! Whenever I have to listen to other teams’ broadcasts it just doesn’t feel as entertaining

[@corygullette2269]

He's a fantastic broadcaster. Truly one of the best.

[@henlolneh]

Krukow's voice is so damn distinct. It definitely has deepened out as he aged but my lord Kuip sounds like a COMPLETELY different man in his later years!! Regardless, we have the GOAT commentators! Don't ever take a game they call for granted folks!

[@Mr.Derogatory316]

Both age was the reason why but also because of Barry Bonds not in the game anymore and not that many Giabts players since Barry Bonds Jeff Kent and Ellis Burks hitting a ton of homeruns 30+ , 40+ or even more no more since those days are gone

[@henlolneh]

@@Mr.Derogatory316 what ? im so confused...

[@mrennie25]

You guys need to make this a running series. Krukow, Miller, Fleming. Track down Bochy for an interview. They are all full of so many stories

[@samuelfrick3475]

Duane Kuiper is simply one of the all-time greats!

[@iamyourleaderr2979]

I was worried 2020-2022 for both Kruk and Kuip. I know they have battled serious health problems and to be honest it wasn't looking good. BUT this year they have been incredible and you can't even tell! They are def in better spirits you can tell. Health is so important, im very thankful they are still calling games. True professionals.

[@Saxman57]

Wonderful interview! So fortunate to have all the broadcasters plus Amy G with the Giants.

[@markwalker3829]

Thanks Amy for the nice interview. Being a rookie player's dad, I had the honor to meet Duane and Mike as they left the stadium one night. I could tell they were beat from a long game, but they were still happy to say a few words as I greeted them. Having been in baseball a long time, I've met many known players, but something about the chemistry between Duane & Mike as they call games made it a thrill to meet them after listening to them for so many years. No doubt they are two of baseball's all-time broadcasting legends.😎

[@michaelchin7906]

Ryan's pitching great. I'd hate to be a right handed hitter facing him.

[@timbrown3493]

Since 2006 been watching and listening to Giants games as a young kid. These to make you fall in love with baseball. And every aspect of the game and for me broadcasting. I really felt when he talked about being a kid and playing by yourself and doing play by play and that was me also except I was imitating "Duane & Mike from San Francisco.." For so many of us it was a great childhood watching with my grandpa because of you two. Thanks! Definately enjoying every last minute you can call games and appreciate all the effort you got left. It will be hard to see you go but the words 'outta here" will always ruminate in our hearts and the confines of now Oracle Park.

[@tjmullin2909]

God I love that guy, just a good person, my dad always loved the giants and I do to

[@hopespringseternal2624]

Telling baseball players to shut up like he did makes me dislike him very much.

[@tjmullin2909]

@hopespringseternal2624 well he played the game....gives em' the right and besides.....your not a Gigantes fan....why are you even caring about this interview?

[@atrujillo9311]

We are so spoiled with broadcasters!

[@firechanneltvonyoutube]

Beautiful interview ❤️

[@brians.4403]

I hope they stay through the rebuild 🙏

[@misosoup8030]

Thank you, Amy and Duane!! 😍This was a wonderful interview! I live in another state, but the Giants have been my team for last 30+ years! You come into our homes almost every night during the season and you’re family to us. Thanks for sharing! ♥️⚾️🥰

[@pauletcheverry5572]

Love those Giants broadcasters! Saw lots of chilly night games and splendid Saturday/Sunday afternoon baseball at Candlestick Park back when Kruk and Kuip were playing for the San Francisco Giants in the 1980's. Now keep up with the Giants via KNBR broadcasts/podcasts and always enjoy hearing Kruk, Kuip, Jon and Dave on the Murph & Mac Show.

[@gloriouslyimperfect]

Thanks for this Amy - our legendary crew mean so much to all of us!

[@docric]

Such a awesome man! SF Giants and Duane is what it’s all about! Blessed to have him. Oh and he’s got great taste in watches!

[@bobbest8627]

Yes, I honestly believe we have the best collection of broadcasters. When the Giants are on a national broadcast (Fox, ESPN etc.) and we don’t have our guys, it’s like finger nail scratching against the chalkboard!

[@edwardjacklewis]

@amyg Thank you for doing this! I laughed and cried throughout. The Giants organization has promoted Kruk, Kuip and you to extend the feel good nature of this team! It’s so infectious to the fans and our lives. It’s so good on good times. It’s a blessing in bad times. While can’t go back to the way it used to be, the Giants are infusing all four broadcaster to the group of up & coming talent. We probably can never expect to have “just four broadcasters” - as these younger players made too much money to “need” to do it full-time. Amy got pure gold on this one. I look forward to the other videos to come.

[@WarriorMigs24]

Kruk & Kuip are my bros thank you guys so much

[@victordejung5675]

Excellent Broadcast, Thank You 🙏 👋⚾️🌭✌️

[@badgerfishinski6857]

Im not a Giants fan, but this guy is relaxing to listen to...... He puts me in a good mood.

[@Xwing529]

Awesome job. We are so lucky to have Duane and the team. Thanks so much Amy for a great interview. Keep up the great work.

[@breakingborders]

Thank you for this!!

[@mattfraser9]

We are so fortunate to have the broadcasters we do. We really are.

[@daltonred7774]

There are times when I get frustrated with this team and the way it's run, but one thing I'll never take for granted is having the best broadcasting team in all of sports. The fact we not only have kruk and kuip, but also jon miller, and wait? Dave flemming too? How freaking spoiled are we as giants fans. It's unbelievable

[@terrymitchell7714]

Amy, Thank You , what a GREAT interview.

[@romelovesdan]

I have always enjoyed the Giant's broadcasters....there is a very special Chemistry between Kruk & Kuip. Always remember when Kuiper came into my world via his joyous HR celebration when a member of the Indians. Every young kid felt his joy and could identify with their first or anticipation of their first "It's OUTTA HERE" long ball over the fence.. A"s need to reinstate his brother.

[@erickrueger447]

Kruik/Kipe are awesome, and when I hear other broadcasters I am reminded of how much our guys add to the game. I hope Dave Fleming was listening to the bit about not being negative; I often switch over to the Spanish language feed when Flem is on the air by himself.

[@shawnsummers4487]

Yes! I agree, Dave gets down on players and the team too quickly during broadcasts. Lighten up, its not easy, as Duane & Amy mentioned.

[@rufust.firefly4890]

@@shawnsummers4487 NO mollycoddling! Call a spade a spade! None of this homer crap like Monte Moore, Ken Harrelson, et al. I did enjoy Harry Caray, though. I'd rather listen Fleming than Miller ANY day. Marty Lurie and Bill Laskey are sickening too.

[@rufust.firefly4890]

MIller is toilet.

[@TheScratchchance]

So good!

[@LeonardoOliveira-858]

Love this guy

[@michaelbaucom4019]

About 23 minute mark, talking about the souvenir featuring Kuiper and Krukow: I remember seeing them showing that on a pregame show, and Krukow claiming his part looked like Bill Clinton instead of Krukow

[@rj-vj8gr]

two of the best anyone will ever hear.

[@azcrook42]

Nobody can even get close to Kuip’s home run calls………especially the walkoffs👍👍

[@rufust.firefly4890]

The ones that did are dead.

[@aureumursa1833]

I have the bobbleheads Amy mentioned! Kruk and Kuip both signed it for me

[@jtthomas7149]

Thank you Duane. The perfect nickname, Smooth. My fav giveaway are the wine stoppers!

[@JommlyYT]

Fantastic content from the social team. NITPICK: I urge the production team/editors/interns to get the decibel levels right!! The two speakers should be a little more normalized. It was tough turning it up to hear Amy (who granted is a soft speaker) and then getting my ears blown out by kuiper 😂😂. Again. Nitpick. Most people don’t care. GREAT INTERVIEW.

[@nigethorpe9201]

As a Giants fan from England I find Duane and Mike to be the most professional commentators in baseball. I hate listening to other teams commentators calling their own players and their first names throughout the broadcast. And get Amy back on the day to day broadcast 😊

[@Owlstretchingtime78]

I'm also a Giants fan from England, and you nailed it mate. They wipe the floor with everyone else! 👍

[@davidbreazeale7257]

I have said this before and I will say it again,,, Kruk & Kuipe to the Hall of Fame.. TOGETHER

[@nigellikestosurf]

LEGEND

[@MuchGrooove]

Best in the booth, love ya Smooth

[@terrasculp]

Kuiper probably never has to buy a drink in the Bay Area - I feel like Kruk & Kuip are my personal friends even though I have never had the pleasure of meeting them. Jon and Dave are great, but there will never be another broadcast team like Duane and Mike. For me, Vin is was the #1 broadcaster of all time and #2 are Kruk & Kuip,

[@richardcheng7563]

It is••• OTTA HERE!!

[@opa-age]

This guys voice is legendary

[@hushberger]

Can't wait for Jon Miller's interview. Eagerly waiting lol

[@rufust.firefly4890]

One I won't b watching.

[@jrevell158]

Listen to him call balls and strikes or just chat across the table all-day-long, said *everyone!* Good on your DK! ⚾🎙💥🤙

[@Cary-i7p]

I could listen to that voice for a few hours

[@deandragos8815]

Love Kuip!

[@eddienava2231]

❤

[@troykernin279]

from my hometown Racine Wisconsin

[@robertpoen5383]

"It... is... outta here!" Right up there with "Adios pelota!" and "Bye, bye, baby!"

[@eddyks2485]

Will that damn HOF give Kruk & Kuip the Ford C Frick award already. Like WTF?

[@samuelfrick3475]

As someone who respects the greatness of Ford Frick in the Frick family, Duane and Mike deserve this award!!

[@BaseballDaysofYore]

Hilarious she made him watch that KZbin clip from ‘88. I can’t tell if he was upset at his outdated look or how much time has passed in life.

[@ni_quil6746]

Man is Duane the best or what

[@zacharyaceves8214]

Wish we could have Kruk and Kuip forever

[@grantmiller7108]

I am looking at their bobblehead as I listen.

[@JohnNathans]

The Giants are what Bochy said about 2010 squad ... a bunch of misfits and that's why I love them. Even it's from as fat as the Netherlandss

[@stevenmendez962]

A SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS National treasure 🫡

[@momyali]

😍smoothie!!!!!

[@disneydanny2]

of course their voices are different i believe they call it "inevitable aging"

[@Jackravenhop]

Kruk and Kuip chia pet giveaway next season. Make it happen.

[@dereknorris4543]

Amy g doesn't do pregame anymore?

[@wasabimane]

She's with the Rivercats now

[@Wolfgodmak]

Yea we’re overdue for an interview with our new recruits from the contract signings in Spring Training to the call up of Rookies

[@lindawendt2404]

Theres a book in there…. For sure

[@ronswann1445]

did not have time to talk about his brother and how he lost his A's tv job?????

[@stevenmendez962]

🫡

[@johnyhefner]

Dwayne needs Amy G.’s facelift surgeon.

[@rufust.firefly4890]

Who's the broad? Remember when Kuip was on the field. Too bad about Glen, he got screwed. Fairly was weak as a play by play. And it was Steve Fizzee-ock. 10:40>...."sitting in the ballpark next to someone that is blind, that can't see..." Dept. of redundancy dept. there Duane.

[@bobbyhamblen2338]

He can Chaperone....lol

[@OriginalRyan]

I HATE when the Giants are on a national broadcast. Let's give some love to Jon Miller & Dave Fleming too. I'll literally mute the tv & listen to KNBR.

[@jmgxrp]

Smoothie is the best.

[@johnsollie5417]

SPOILED! I feel spoiled by Kruk & Kuip and the Giants. Add to that the Warriors, 49ers, A's, and Raiders. Is it any wonder why SoCal, Texas, and NYC despise us? NorCal, The City! WE ARE GIANT!!!

[@mikeyposs3132]

Errors are human! Mental errors deserve criticism!

[@hopespringseternal2624]

Sorry, I dislike this man very much! Telling baseball players to shut up like he did, is rude, unprofessional and uncalled for!

[@bushbby694i20]

First 🎉

[@mikelmart]

Having the MLB. TV package and being able to listen to other teams broadcasting I must say the four that the Giants have are heads above everyone by a long shot.

[@samuelfrick3475]

The Mets broadcast is a solid 2nd place. But the Giants broadcast is the best.

[@ldfreitas9437]

The only interesting thing going on with the Giants lately are what funny things Kruk and Kuip are going to say. Otherwise, it's been mostly three up, three down for the last few weeks, and "That one's deep" for an opponent.

[@ldfreitas9437]

I'M NOT LAUGHING AT HOW FARHAN ZAIDY DID JACK SHIT WITH THE TRADE DEADLINE!