http://mlb.mlb.com SF Homepage News Thu, 23 May 2013 17:32:45 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130523&content_id=48400846&vkey=news_sf&c_id=sf Thu, 23 May 2013 17:01:56 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130523&content_id=48400846&vkey=news_sf&c_id=sf By the time Dave Righetti's active Major League playing career ended in 1995, closers usually pitched only a ballgame's final inning. But Righetti routinely was asked to do much more than that as the New York Yankees' bullpen ace from 1984-90. It was common for him to work as many as three innings, occasionally longer, in pursuit of a save. Chris Haft http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_05_22_wasmlb_sfnmlb_1&mode=recap_home&c_id=sf Wed, 22 May 2013 21:10:18 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_05_22_wasmlb_sfnmlb_1&mode=recap_home&c_id=sf Ian Desmond's RBI single broke a 10th-inning tie and lifted the Nationals to a 2-1 victory against the Giants, who were denied a three-game series sweep. Chris Haft http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_05_24_colmlb_sfnmlb_1&mode=preview&vkey=preview_web_home&c_id=sf Wed, 22 May 2013 21:56:30 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_05_24_colmlb_sfnmlb_1&mode=preview&vkey=preview_web_home&c_id=sf Colorado's Tyler Chatwood is the next pitcher who has to deal with the pesky Marco Scutaro, as the Rockies right-hander makes his second consecutive start against the Giants opposite Tim Lincecum. Cash Kruth http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130522&content_id=48297832&notebook_id=48303356&vkey=notebook_sf&c_id=sf Wed, 22 May 2013 17:04:27 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130522&content_id=48297832&notebook_id=48303356&vkey=notebook_sf&c_id=sf As Ryan Vogelsong begins recovering from his fractured right hand, he knows that he might spend more energy trying to control his rehabilitation efforts than actually performing the exercises themselves. Chris Haft http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130522&content_id=48297832&notebook_id=48298144&vkey=notebook_sf&c_id=sf Wed, 22 May 2013 15:22:25 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130522&content_id=48297832&notebook_id=48298144&vkey=notebook_sf&c_id=sf Ill Giants slugger Pablo Sandoval was out of Wednesday's lineup, as manager Bruce Bochy wanted to give the flu-stricken third baseman extra time to recover. First baseman Brandon Belt was also out of the lineup due to matchups and back tightness. Chris Haft http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130522&content_id=48291778&vkey=news_sf&c_id=sf Wed, 22 May 2013 15:05:56 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130522&content_id=48291778&vkey=news_sf&c_id=sf The Giants have a glitzy rotation, an All-Star catcher and a lot of good players who play better as a team than if they are broken down individually. Tracy Ringolsby http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_05_21_wasmlb_sfnmlb_1&mode=recap_home&c_id=sf Wed, 22 May 2013 03:22:54 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_05_21_wasmlb_sfnmlb_1&mode=recap_home&c_id=sf Pablo Sandoval delivered a two-run homer with one out in the 10th inning Tuesday to lift the Giants to a 4-2 victory over the Washington Nationals. Chris Haft http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130521&content_id=48179834&notebook_id=48232580&vkey=notebook_sf&c_id=sf Tue, 21 May 2013 22:40:40 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130521&content_id=48179834&notebook_id=48232580&vkey=notebook_sf&c_id=sf Giants manager Bruce Bochy said that he and the club's braintrust are "weighing all the options" regarding who will replace the injured Ryan Vogelsong in the starting rotation. Chris Haft http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130521&content_id=48179834&notebook_id=48231322&vkey=notebook_sf&c_id=sf Tue, 21 May 2013 22:35:14 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130521&content_id=48179834&notebook_id=48231322&vkey=notebook_sf&c_id=sf Fittingly, one of the top Draft picks in Giants history will help represent the club at next month's Major League Baseball 2013 First-Year Player Draft, as Will Clark will be the team's standard-bearer along with Tony Siegle, San Francisco's senior advisor of baseball operations. Chris Haft http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130521&content_id=48225158&vkey=news_sf&c_id=sf Tue, 21 May 2013 22:10:58 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130521&content_id=48225158&vkey=news_sf&c_id=sf A few teams had multiple GIBBY winners as a result of an outstanding 2012 season, but none more than the World Series champion Giants, who separated themselves from the pack once again, with a grand total of four GIBBYs. The players accepted their awards Tuesday. Alyson Footer http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130521&content_id=48179834&notebook_id=48180196&vkey=notebook_sf&c_id=sf Tue, 21 May 2013 14:08:46 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130521&content_id=48179834&notebook_id=48180196&vkey=notebook_sf&c_id=sf The Giants performed roster maintenance in the wake of Ryan Vogelsong's fractured throwing hand, placing Vogelsong and reliever Santiago Casilla on the disabled list Tuesday. First baseman Brett Pill and right-hander Sandy Rosario were recalled from Triple-A Fresno to fill the roster openings. Chris Haft http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_05_20_wasmlb_sfnmlb_1&mode=recap_home&c_id=sf Tue, 21 May 2013 03:37:36 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_05_20_wasmlb_sfnmlb_1&mode=recap_home&c_id=sf Ryan Vogelsong pitched five shutout innings Monday night but left the game with an fractured right hand, sustained while batting, in the Giants' 8-0 triumph over the Washington Nationals. Chris Haft http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130521&content_id=48137264&vkey=news_sf&c_id=sf Tue, 21 May 2013 02:55:24 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130521&content_id=48137264&vkey=news_sf&c_id=sf Giants right-hander Ryan Vogelsong fractured two bones and sustained a dislocated joint in the pinkie finger of his right hand, injuries sustained while batting, in the Giants' 8-0 victory over the Washington Nationals. He will undergo surgery Tuesday at Stanford Hospital and is expected to be sidelined four to six weeks. Chris Haft http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130520&content_id=48093324&notebook_id=48121530&vkey=notebook_sf&c_id=sf Mon, 20 May 2013 22:34:45 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130520&content_id=48093324&notebook_id=48121530&vkey=notebook_sf&c_id=sf Giants center fielder Angel Pagan overcame his bout with the flu sufficiently enough to start Monday night's series opener against the Washington Nationals. Chris Haft http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130520&content_id=48093324&notebook_id=48120692&vkey=notebook_sf&c_id=sf Mon, 20 May 2013 22:32:34 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130520&content_id=48093324&notebook_id=48120692&vkey=notebook_sf&c_id=sf The problems endured by the Giants' starting rotation have affected the bullpen, too. The workload distribution has been uneven during the past week as manager Bruce Bochy has called on his middle relievers more than his setup men or closer Sergio Romo. Chris Haft http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130520&content_id=48093324&notebook_id=48119814&vkey=notebook_sf&c_id=sf Mon, 20 May 2013 22:23:11 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130520&content_id=48093324&notebook_id=48119814&vkey=notebook_sf&c_id=sf Washington Nationals manager Davey Johnson can relate to the struggles of San Francisco's starting rotation, having guided some talented staffs himself. Chris Haft http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_05_19_sfnmlb_colmlb_1&mode=recap_away&c_id=sf Sun, 19 May 2013 21:15:12 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_05_19_sfnmlb_colmlb_1&mode=recap_away&c_id=sf San Francisco's 5-0 loss Sunday to the Colorado Rockies completed a 1-5 journey that thoroughly humbled the reigning World Series champions. Their renowned starting pitching and defense crumbled miserably as they were outscored 52-28 by Toronto and Colorado. Chris Haft http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130519&content_id=47996456&notebook_id=48003960&vkey=notebook_sf&c_id=sf Sun, 19 May 2013 16:18:48 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130519&content_id=47996456&notebook_id=48003960&vkey=notebook_sf&c_id=sf Though the Giants could have used Marco Scutaro's hot hitting and Buster Posey's formidable presence to bolster Sunday's lineup, manager Bruce Bochy considered their long-term welfare and left both regulars on the bench for the series finale against the Colorado Rockies. Chris Haft http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130519&content_id=47996456&notebook_id=47996674&vkey=notebook_sf&c_id=sf Sun, 19 May 2013 15:35:40 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130519&content_id=47996456&notebook_id=47996674&vkey=notebook_sf&c_id=sf The Giants' decision makers have an excellent reason for remaining patient with their struggling starting pitchers: Who's suitable to replace any of them? Chris Haft http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_05_18_sfnmlb_colmlb_1&mode=recap_away&c_id=sf Sun, 19 May 2013 01:16:45 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_05_18_sfnmlb_colmlb_1&mode=recap_away&c_id=sf San Francisco's free fall continued with Saturday night's 10-2 loss to the Colorado Rockies. Tim Lincecum surrendered six runs in five innings and committed a third-inning throwing error that enabled the Rockies to score three runs while hitting only one ball out of the infield. Chris Haft http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130518&content_id=47907592&notebook_id=47926008&vkey=notebook_sf&c_id=sf Sat, 18 May 2013 20:06:53 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130518&content_id=47907592&notebook_id=47926008&vkey=notebook_sf&c_id=sf A day after the Giants committed a season-high four errors, manager Bruce Bochy conducted a pregame meeting Saturday to remind players about the evils of mental mistakes. Chris Haft http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130518&content_id=47907592&notebook_id=47907706&vkey=notebook_sf&c_id=sf Sat, 18 May 2013 17:07:44 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130518&content_id=47907592&notebook_id=47907706&vkey=notebook_sf&c_id=sf Returning to a 13-man pitching staff Saturday, the Giants recalled right-hander Jean Machi from Triple-A Fresno. First baseman Brett Pill was optioned to Fresno to clear a roster spot. Chris Haft http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_05_17_sfnmlb_colmlb_1&mode=recap_away&c_id=sf Sat, 18 May 2013 02:34:05 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_05_17_sfnmlb_colmlb_1&mode=recap_away&c_id=sf Madison Bumgarner allowed the first grand slam of his career as the Giants squandered a 4-0 lead at Coors Field and took their first loss in 11 games against the Rockies, though Buster Posey and Co. nearly battled back from a five-run deficit. Chris Haft http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130517&content_id=47815352&notebook_id=47848292&vkey=notebook_sf&c_id=sf Fri, 17 May 2013 22:33:15 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130517&content_id=47815352&notebook_id=47848292&vkey=notebook_sf&c_id=sf The Giants issued a statement Friday saying that Victor Torres, a batting coach and instructor in the club's player development department, died Wednesday in Florida at age 61. Chris Haft http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130517&content_id=47815352&notebook_id=47818014&vkey=notebook_sf&c_id=sf Fri, 17 May 2013 19:46:19 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130517&content_id=47815352&notebook_id=47818014&vkey=notebook_sf&c_id=sf The Giants led the National League in hitting entering Friday with a .269 mark. Hitting coach Hensley Meulens said this is a result of players buying into the team's offensive philosophy. Chris Haft http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130517&content_id=47815352&notebook_id=47818004&vkey=notebook_sf&c_id=sf Fri, 17 May 2013 19:46:02 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130517&content_id=47815352&notebook_id=47818004&vkey=notebook_sf&c_id=sf Jeremy Affeldt owns the lowest ERA (3.07) and ranks second in opponents' batting average (.228) among pitchers who have thrown at least 70 innings at Coors Field, success the Giants reliever attributes to making adjustments to suit the mile-high atmosphere. Chris Haft http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_05_16_sfnmlb_colmlb_1&mode=recap_away&c_id=sf Fri, 17 May 2013 02:11:47 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_05_16_sfnmlb_colmlb_1&mode=recap_away&c_id=sf The Giants scored eight unanswered runs to prevail, 8-6, lengthening their winning streak against National League West rival Colorado to 10 games. Chris Haft http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130516&content_id=47723154&notebook_id=47740486&vkey=notebook_sf&c_id=sf Thu, 16 May 2013 20:56:58 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130516&content_id=47723154&notebook_id=47740486&vkey=notebook_sf&c_id=sf Tim Flannery got the feeling that Denver was destined to establish a bigger presence in the baseball world when he participated in an exhibition game here with the San Diego Padres against the Boston Red Sox in the late 1980s. Chris Haft http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130516&content_id=47723154&notebook_id=47739430&vkey=notebook_sf&c_id=sf Thu, 16 May 2013 20:47:46 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130516&content_id=47723154&notebook_id=47739430&vkey=notebook_sf&c_id=sf Despite his struggles, Ryan Vogelsong will remain in the Giants' starting rotation to face the Washington Nationals next Monday. Chris Haft http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130516&content_id=47723154&notebook_id=47723162&vkey=notebook_sf&c_id=sf Thu, 16 May 2013 21:12:35 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130516&content_id=47723154&notebook_id=47723162&vkey=notebook_sf&c_id=sf The 2012 World Series trophy, as part of a Giants weekend and celebration, will be on display at the Hall of Fame's Autumn Glory exhibit on June 22-23. Chris Haft