As the trade deadline approached, San Francisco Giants president of baseball operations Farhan Zaidi confidently asserted that the team had the best starting rotation in the majors. However, only one pitcher—Blake Snell—seemed to respond to that claim. Zaidi shares why he wanted to keep the “best rotation in baseball” together at the trade deadline pic.twitter.com/KSvZRRoumW — … [Read more...] about Farhan’s Bold Claim: SF Giants Boast MLB’s Top Rotation, Snell the Only Taker
SF Giants Place Lefty Starter On 15-Day IL
The San Francisco Giants have placed left-handed starting pitcher Kyle Harrison on the 15-day IL with left shoulder inflammation. The 23-year-old southpaw appears to be done for the season. Harrison was banged up in his last outing, allowing six runs on seven hits, including a home run against the Arizona Diamondbacks. He also gave up five runs in his start against the … [Read more...] about SF Giants Place Lefty Starter On 15-Day IL
SF Giants Commit to Gold Glover with $151 Million Deal
The San Francisco Giants locked up third baseman Matt Chapman on Wednesday night. Chapman and the Giants agreed to a six-year, $151 million contract extension that will keep the four-time Gold Glove winner in the Bay Area through the 2030 season. Chapman, 31, will earn $25 million with a $1 million signing bonus paid out in 2025. Chapman’s deal contains a no-trade clause … [Read more...] about SF Giants Commit to Gold Glover with $151 Million Deal
Fantasy Pitching Streamers For Week 23
Fantasy Pitching Streamers For Week 23 Monday, September 2nd Osvaldo Bido, RHP, Oakland Athletics 44%- If you haven’t noticed, Osvaldo Bido has been lights out over the last month. The 6’3 right-hander will face a Seattle Mariners team that is tops in MLB in strikeouts against right-handed pitching. Bido has scored 18+ points in every start in August, maxing out at 35 points … [Read more...] about Fantasy Pitching Streamers For Week 23
Athletics Outfielder Making A Strong Case For Rookie Of The Year
Lawrence Butler recorded his second three-homer game of the season (July 14 against the Philadelphia Phillies). Butler is the second Oakland Athletics player with a pair of three home run games in a season. He joins Geronimo Berroa, who did it in 1996. While the A’s offense isn’t particularly impressive, Butler has done well in the leadoff role against right-handed pitchers. … [Read more...] about Athletics Outfielder Making A Strong Case For Rookie Of The Year