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The Greatest Giants Pitchers

Posted on December 26, 2014 by Charles Johnson

Last time, we looked at Giant position players who had led the team in WAR in every given ten-year period, from 1883-92 to 2005-14, from Roger Connor to Buster Posey. So today, I’ll reveal the list of pitchers who led … Continue reading →

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The Giants’ Most Lopsided Teams, Part 2

Posted on September 9, 2014 by Charles Johnson

Last week, we looked at the most “lopsided” Giants teams where the difference between the team oWAR, that is, the portion of WAR generated by the offense, and the pWAR, that is, the portion of WAR generated by the pitchers, … Continue reading →

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This Day in Giants History, June 6, 1908: Mathewson Extends His Win Streak

Posted on June 6, 2014 by Charles Johnson

At the Polo Grounds‚ Christy Mathewson beats the Cardinals, 3-2‚ for his 20th straight win over St. Louis stretching back to June 16‚ 1904. Art Fromme takes the loss. Matty allows four hits and strikes out eight‚ including Joe Delahanty … Continue reading →

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This Day in Giants History, May 6, 1953: One Assist

Posted on May 6, 2014 by Charles Johnson

The Giants tie the National League record for the fewest number of assists in a 9-inning game with just one‚ in a 8-5 win over Chicago at the Polo Grounds. The only assist comes in the fourth inning with one … Continue reading →

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Pitcher Injuries in Historical Context

Posted on March 25, 2014 by Charles Johnson

There seems to be an impression out there that pitchers get hurt today more than they ever did before. Every time a high-profile pitcher gets hurt — this spring it’s been Kris Medlen and Brandon Beachy of the Atlanta Braves … Continue reading →

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