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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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1964 in a Box

Posted on February 25, 2014 by Charles Johnson

Giants Checking In: Barry Bonds, Riverside, CA John Burkett, New Brighton, PA Ellis Burks, Vicksburg, MS Will Clark, New Orleans, LA Darryl Hamilton, Baton Rouge, LA Roberto Hernandez, Santurce, PR Mike Jackson, Houston, TX Stan Javier, San Francisco de Macoris, … Continue reading →

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This Day in Giants History: August 28, 1970

Posted on August 28, 2013 by Charles Johnson

The Giants’ Juan Marichal beats the Pirates, 5-1, his 200th win. Marichal joins Jim Bunning as the only active pitchers with 200 wins.

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The “Topps” Giants

Posted on June 7, 2013 by Charles Johnson

When my brother and I were boys and occasionally bought baseball cards, the only brand I remember being available (we’re talking late-1960s and early-1970s) was Topps.  As aspiring baseball scholars, we soon realized that the very best players were distinguished … Continue reading →

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Giants’ Greatest Pitching Trios

Posted on April 30, 2013 by Charles Johnson

So, having done so for hitters, I thought I should give pitching trios their due.  Here is a list of the top ten Giant pitching trios since 1900, ranked by Baseball Reference’s “runs above average” (RAA), which is the number … Continue reading →

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