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Constructing a Team of Players Who Have Been Both White Sox and Giants

Before the inception of interleague play, the Giants’ experience playing the Chicago White Sox in any games of importance was when the Sox beat the Giants in the 1917 World Series. Tonight the Giants start a two-game regular-season series against … Continue reading

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This Day in Giants History, July 29, 2009: Brian Sabean Is Not Afraid To Trade Pitching Prospects

In a day spent dismantling their infield, the Pirates send second baseman Freddy Sanchez to the Giants for top pitching prospect Tim Alderson. Giant general manager Brian Sabean has never been afraid to make a move. If his team has … Continue reading

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Constructing a Team of Players Who Have Been Both Braves and Giants

Tonight the Giants start a three-game series against the Atlanta Braves. To mark the occasion, I’ve utilized Baseball-Reference’s multi-franchise tool and compiled a team out of the guys who played for both the Braves and the Giants. In the case … Continue reading

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This Day in Giants History: July 28, 2002

The Chicago White Sox trade outfielder Kenny Lofton to the Giants in exchange for minor league pitchers Felix Diaz and Ryan Meaux.  In October, Lofton would knock in the winning run in the final game of the National League Championship … Continue reading

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