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The Greatest Giants Pitchers

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 1

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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Matt Cain Is Not Your 2014 Opening Day Starter

Madison Bumgarner is the Opening Day starter for the 2014 San Francisco Giants. This makes sense because he was their best starting pitcher last season and probably is still so at this moment. But as a fan, I can’t help … Continue reading

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The Last Pitcher To Steal a Base for the Giants

Two Sundays ago, Zack Greinke stole his second base of the year. This event prompted a reporter to ask Grienke after the game whether he was stealing second on his own. “They didn’t say not to go,” the pitcher responded. … Continue reading

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