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The Giants’ Most Lopsided Teams, Part 1

Posted on September 5, 2014 by Charles Johnson

In 2012, the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim powered their way to 89 wins primarily on the strength of their offense. Mike Trout led the Halos’ effort with an amazing 8.6 offensive WAR (or “oWAR,” which is WAR without consideration … Continue reading →

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This Day in Giants History, May 12, 1995: Matt Williams Sorta Breaks a Record

Posted on May 12, 2014 by Charles Johnson

Against the Pirates‚ Matt Williams hits his seventh and eighth home runs of the season‚ and in the process breaks‚ in a manner of speaking‚ Roger Maris‘s 162-game home run record. Williams hit 62 home runs in 161 games spread … Continue reading →

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Memorable September Call-Up: Rich Aurilia

Posted on September 17, 2013 by Charles Johnson

On December 22, 1994, the Giants traded former ace John Burkett to the Texas Rangers for two minor-leaguers, shortstop Rich Aurilia and first baseman Desi Wilson. Wilson would play all of 41 games in the major leagues, but it was … Continue reading →

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This Day in Giants History: August 4, 1995

Posted on August 4, 2013 by Charles Johnson

The Giants roll over the Dodgers, 15-1 as winning pitcher William VanLandigham hits his only career homer‚ off Tom Candiotti. Candy plunks him his next time at bat. Mark Carreon has 5 RBI and Barry Bonds goes hitless but scores … Continue reading →

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