Photos by Lachlan Cunningham / Getty Images There’s hyperbole and then there’s however you want to describe Ross Stripling and Sean Manaea’s performances. I’m going to answer the headline question right away: no, Sean Manaea and Ross Stripling are not the worst starting pitchers in baseball history; but, with Stripling set to take the mound for the San Francisco Giants … [Read more...] about The worst starters ever?
Archives for May 2023
5/17 Gamethread: Giants vs. Phillies
Photo by Lachlan Cunningham/Getty Images Ross Stripling vs. Taijuan Walker. With a 4-3 win over the Philadelphia Phillies on Tuesday night, the San Francisco Giants have put themselves in position to earn their first sweep of the season, which would certainly be a very nice thing. It won’t be easy, however, as the Giants are at the back of their rotation, where they’ve … [Read more...] about 5/17 Gamethread: Giants vs. Phillies
Minor League round up, May 16
Low-A outfielder Tanner O’Tremba hit 2 home runs on Tuesday | Photo by Zac BonDurant/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images Yesterday’s action on the Giants farm. An action-packed Tuesday for the San Francisco Giants Minor League Baseball affiliates, who played four games while having a ton of exciting news. Let’s dive straight into it. Link to the 2023 McCovey Chronicles … [Read more...] about Minor League round up, May 16
Diamondbacks vs. Athletics game thread
Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images The Oakland Athletics are back in action Wednesday where they will wrap up a three-game series against the Arizona Diamondbacks. Luis Medina will get the start for the Athletics while right-hander Ryne Nelson. Ryan Noda will move up to the second spot in the order Wednesday and will play first base. Brent Rooker is back in the … [Read more...] about Diamondbacks vs. Athletics game thread
A’s come up short in 5-3 loss to Diamondbacks
Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images Luis Medina pitched well, but the Diamondbacks pushed across two late runs to send Oakland to another loss The Oakland Athletics battled back from a three-run deficit, but the bullpen faltered late in a 5-3 loss to the Arizona Diamondbacks. Luis Medina’s day got off to a good start as he retired the side in order in the first. … [Read more...] about A’s come up short in 5-3 loss to Diamondbacks