Gorkys Hernandez: We have the talent to get to another World Series
In the most recent episode of Inside China Basin, Castellano speaks with Giants outfielder Gorkys Hernandez and ESPN Doug Padilla.
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Will Smith injury a major concern for Giants bullpen
It’s no secret that the 2016 San Francisco Giants were done in by a leaky bullpen. Highlighted—or, in this case, lowlighted—by a league-leading 32 blown saves and a devastating, season-ending meltdown against the Cubs in the NLDS, the club’s relief corps was the clear area that required improvement for 2017 to feature a happier ending.
Stellar pitching has catapulted USA into WBC final
11 years and zero championships later, it’s team USA playing the role of underdog as they defeated two time champion Japan 2-1 to advance to their very first WBC final, thanks in large part to their stellar pitching.
Baer: Timing was right for a Bonds return
Larry Baer joined Gary and Larry Tuesday to talk about the return of Barry Bonds.
Frandsen: Bonds’ arrival will benefit Jarrett Parker the most
The Giants announced Tuesday morning that former outfielder and Miami Marlins hitting coach Barry Bonds will be joining the organization as a special advisor to CEO Larry Baer. The MLB’s all-time leader in career home runs previously was brought in for a brief stint as a spring training instructor with the Giants in 2014. Bonds has been become a teacher of young hitters and worked extensively with Miami slugger Giancarlo Stanton during his one-season stint with the Marlins.
Barry Bonds to join Giants as special advisor to CEO
One of the greatest players in M.L.B. history is joining his former organization. Barry Lamar Bonds is returning to the San Francisco Giants organization as a special advisor to CEO Larry Baer, the Giants announced via a press release Tuesday morning.
Giants’ Cueto sharp in 5-inning outing against White Sox
The right-hander threw five innings and allowed just a hit and a run, helping the San Francisco Giants beat the Chicago White Sox 3-2 in his third outing of the spring.
Hunter Pence excited to be reunited with friend Mark Melancon
In the most recent episode of Inside China Basin, Castellano speaks with Giants outfielders Hunter Pence and Michael Morse.
Murph: Will Matt Cain earn a spot on the Giants’ 25-man roster?
Even though he is guaranteed $21 million this year — and a $7.5 million buyout next year, too — there is no guarantee he will earn that money on the Giants’ 25-man roster.
Bobby Evans: If Cain doesn’t win rotation spot he could be sent to minors
For months, both Giants general manager Bobby Evans and manager Bruce Bochy, have stated publicly their desire for Matt Cain to be the clubs fifth starter heading into the 2017 regular season.