# GIANTS PITCHING DEBATE: Pitchers Are Calling Their Own Games, Houser to Bullpen

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Podcast: [Locked On Giants – Daily Podcast On The San Francisco Giants](https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-giants-daily-podcast-on-the-san-francisco-giants-705981)
Published: 2026-06-23T18:45:00+00:00
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## Resource

The San Francisco Giants continue to search for answers, and one of the most fascinating developments may be happening behind the scenes. According to a recent report, Giants pitchers have been given increased freedom to call their own games, creating a unique dynamic between the mound and the catcher as the organization looks for ways to improve its pitching staff. What does that actually mean? How common is it around Major League Baseball? And could it help explain some of the recent decisions we've seen from the Giants' pitchers? We also discuss the latest roster moves, including Adrian Houser's move to the bullpen and the DFA of Jared Oliva. What do those decisions tell us about the Giants' priorities moving forward, and could more changes be coming? Plus, we preview a matchup with the Athletics, a team that has quietly remained in the playoff conversation despite one of the worst pitching staffs in baseball. The A's can hit, the Giants need wins, and this series could have more intrigue than many expected.

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