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Mark DeRosa drops ‘tidal wave’ admission on Team USA’s WBC championship desire

The 2026 World Baseball Classic begins on Thursday. Without question, Team USA is one of, if not the, favorite to win it all. Meanwhile, Team USA manager Mark DeRosa is adamant that the Americans will win.

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The Non-Obvious Giants Player Who Has Real Roster Leverage

The San Francisco Giants face plenty of roster questions as they try to assemble their opening day roster, including who will populate the bullpen. The Giants have some questions there, including who might save games behind Ryan Walker, or who might replace Walker if he regresses as he did at times last season?

San Francisco Giants News / Just Baseball / March 5

The Giants Are Playing With Fire With Their Pitching Staff

It’s been an interesting road, but the San Francisco Giants have their five-man rotation fully set as we head into 2026. While that group was fine for the majority of 2025, it was a shell of itself by season’s end.

Joel Peguero News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 4

Giants’ Joel Peguero Diagnosed With Grade 2 Hamstring Strain

Giants reliever Joel Peguero has been diagnosed with a Grade 2 strain of his left hamstring, the team announced. The team didn’t announce a return timeline, but it seems likely the hard-throwing righty will begin the season on the 15-day injured list.

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Giants Seek Longer Start From Robbie Ray Against Mariners in Spring Training

The San Francisco Giants took a break from the Cactus League to play Team USA in an exhibition game. But now it's time to get back to spring training. The Giants (8-2) have the best record in the Cactus League by percentage and will put that lead on the line on Wednesday against the Seattle Mariners (3-7) in the first night game of the spring.

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One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026

As Spring Training opens for 2026, all 30 teams have high hopes and big questions. These are the storylines to follow for each team heading into Opening Day.

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Tony Vitello brought up an idea that he used at Tennessee and it was almost immediately rejected by the Giants

San Francisco Giants manager Tony Vitello thought about bringing some of the college game to MLB, but it doesn't sound like his idea was well received.

Rafael Devers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 4

Giants’ Rafael Devers shares crucial 3-word spring training injury update

San Francisco Giants star Rafael Devers has been dealing with a hamstring injury concern in spring training. According to Susan Slusser of The San Francisco Chronicle, Devers said he is feeling better.

Aaron Judge News / San Francisco Giants on SI / March 4

Giants Rising Star Talks About Aaron Judge’s Team USA Message for Him

Once upon a time, San Francisco Giants fans hoped Aaron Judge would come home. The Linden, Calif., native and Fresno State product opted to return to the New York Yankees when he was a free agent, but not before he and the Giants had serious conversations that led to a contract offer.

Wilmer Flores News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 4

Wilmer Flores Holding Out For Major League Deal

Veteran infielder Wilmer Flores remains unsigned with about three weeks to go until Opening Day. He tells Susan Slusser of The San Francisco Chronicle that he has had some minor league offers but he is hoping to land a major league deal.

San Francisco Giants News / San Francisco Giants on SI / March 4

How to Watch Giants Players in World Baseball Classic Pool Play Games

The San Francisco Giants are used to playing on the same team. For the next couple of weeks, many of them will play against one another in the World Baseball Classic.

Mark DeRosa News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 4

Mark DeRosa’s Team USA revelation will further boost hopes of WBC championship

Team USA put on a show against the San Francisco Giants on Tuesday, dominating en route to a 15-1 win in Scottsdale, Arizona. That contest was the first of two exhibition games as the Americans will take on the Colorado Rockies on Wednesday before heading to Houston, Texas, for group play and the start of the tournament.

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25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season

The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.

Bryce Eldridge News / San Francisco Giants on SI / March 4

Giants Rookie Bryce Eldridge Meets His Idol During Team USA Exhibition

They say don't meet your idols. Don't tell that to San Francisco Giants rookie first baseman Bryce Eldridge. The 21-year-old got to meet his idol when Team USA came to Scottsdale, Ariz., to play their World Baseball Classic exhibition game against the Giants.

San Francisco Giants News / San Francisco Giants on SI / March 3

Giants Manager Tony Vitello Thanks Bryce Harper for Help Moving to MLB

The San Francisco Giants had the honor of hosting Team USA for an exhibition game on Tuesday. That allowed Giants manager Tony Vitello to reunite with Philadelphia Phillies slugger Bryce Harper, who is playing for Team USA.

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Team USA lauds growing chemistry in WBC tuneup

Team USA manager Mark DeRosa said the team had a "different feel" to the 2023 squad, citing how everybody stayed in the dugout through the end of their 15-1 exhibition win over the Giants.

San Francisco Giants News / McCovey Chronicles / March 3

Giants perform their civic duty, get crushed by Team USA

The San Francisco Giants knew their part on Tuesday and they played it well. Perhaps a little too well, if you ask me. The Giants hosted a star-studded Team USA on Tuesday at Scottsdale Stadium, serving as the tune-up appetizer before the World Baseball Classic starts later this week.

Landen Roupp News / San Francisco Giants on SI / March 3

Landen Roupp Sets Standard for Other Giants to Chase for Final Rotation Spot

Landen Roupp made his first spring training start on Tuesday. The San Francisco Giants right-hander showed everyone that if there is a race for his spot that he won’t surrender it.

Aaron Judge News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 3

Aaron Judge starts hot for Team USA with 2 RBIs vs. Giants in WBC exhibition

The San Francisco Giants are hosting Team USA for a World Baseball Classic exhibition game on ESPN. The first inning recently completed, and the United States got off to a hot start against the Giants’ starting pitcher, Adrian Houser.

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What Spring Training Reps Reveal About Giants Prospect Trust Level

The San Francisco Giants are off on Tuesday. Like many Cactus League teams, it’s their first off day since they arrived in Arizona for spring training.

San Francisco Giants News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 3

Bryce Harper’s surprising role in Tony Vitello landing Giants coaching gig

The San Francisco Giants are currently gearing up for the upcoming 2026 season by taking part in spring training, which has continued this week. The Giants

Logan Webb News / San Francisco Giants on SI / March 3

Giants' Logan Webb to Lead Team USA Starting Rotation in WBC Pool Play

Logan Webb will have the honor of starting the first game for Team USA in pool play of the World Baseball Classic, manager Mark DeRosa announced. The participating players reported to camp on Monday to go through their first workouts and DeRosa set the rotation for pool play, which includes four games.

Landen Roupp News / Just Baseball / February 28

Landen Roupp’s Continued Success Goes a Long Way

Heading into spring training of 2025, the San Francisco Giants had no idea who their fifth starter would be. With Justin Verlander being freshly signed at the time and familiar faces like Logan Webb, Robbie Ray, and Jordan Hicks returning, there was just one rotation spot left.

Rafael Devers News / Athlon Sports / February 27

Giants Announce Rafael Devers News After Removal From Lineup

The San Francisco Giants had a quieter offseason in free agency, making several under‑the‑radar additions they believe can help them take a step forward in 2026.

San Francisco Giants News / Just Baseball / February 26

Top Notes From the Giants’ ZiPS Projections for 2026

In a division where you’re automatically competing for second if you’re not named the Dodgers, the San Francisco Giants are looking to sneak into a wild-card spot in 2026.