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Giants Backups Turn Sixth Inning into Slam Fest Against Cubs

The San Francisco Giants had five home runs on Sunday against the Chicago Cubs. None were hit by a player that is projected to be in the opening day starting lineup.

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Giants Star Prospect Parks Harber Impresses with First Spring Training Home Run

San Francisco Giants prospect Parks Harber is doing everything possible to ensure the franchise knows he’s coming soon. He got the start on Sunday against the Chicago Cubs, and he added to his list of spring accomplishments with his first home run, an opposite field shot that tied the game.

San Francisco Giants News / San Francisco Giants on SI / March 8

Giants’ Bryce Eldridge Insists Fan Favorite Rookie is Just ‘Regular Dude’

San Francisco Giants fans gained an appreciation for Drew Gilbert last season, especially his dugout antics and fiery personality on the field. Giants top prospect Bryce Eldridge got a double dose of it.

San Francisco Giants News / Last Word On Sports / March 8

A Look at Three Relievers Who Could Factor Into the Giants’ Bullpen Plans in 2026

The San Francisco Giants’ pitching rotation, barring any injuries, is largely set for 2026. The group will consist of ace Logan Webb, Robbie Ray, Landen

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San Francisco Giants News / San Francisco Giants on SI / March 8

Superstar Giants International Prospect Takes Spotlight in Spring Training Start

The San Francisco Giants’ future was in Scottsdale on Saturday — just not at Scottdale Stadium. The Giants had a split-squad game on Saturday. Many of the team’s veterans and projected opening-day starters stayed home to host the Texas Rangers.

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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.

Carson Whisenhunt News / San Francisco Giants on SI / March 8

Carson Whisenhunt Shines Bright in Giants Spring Training Win Over Rangers

Carson Whisenhunt was desperately in need to a get-right game as he started for the San Francisco Giants on Saturday against the Texas Rangers. Well, the right-hander got right in a big way.

San Francisco Giants News / McCovey Chronicles / March 8

The Giants + ABS Challenge System = more Giants wins

It’s another season of change for Major League Baseball. For the first time ever, hitters and catchers will have the chance to overturn called balls and strikes in official games.

Luis Arraez News / San Francisco Giants on SI / March 8

Giants’ Luis Arraez Sets WBC Record with Two-Home Run Game for Venezuela

Luis Arráez had 36 career Major League home runs. He's not known for his power, and that's not why the San Francisco Giants signed him to a one-year contract.

San Francisco Giants News / San Francisco Giants on SI / March 7

Luis Matos’ Sensational Spring Gives Giants Hope He Can Fulfill Potential

Everywhere Luis Matos has played in the San Francisco Giants organization, he's shined — except for the one place where it matters most. The outfielder’s career slash of .231/.281/.369 in 178 Major League games underscores the inconsistency he’s had at the plate since his MLB debut in 2023.

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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.

Tyler Mahle News / San Francisco Giants on SI / March 7

Giants Need Tyler Mahle to Improve This Key Factor After Splendid Spring Start

The San Francisco Giants signed Tyler Mahle to a one-year contract in part on the recommendation of his former boss, Bruce Bochy. Bochy, of course, carries a lot of weight in the Giants organization.

JT Brubaker News / San Francisco Giants on SI / March 7

JT Brubaker Should Have Giants Seeking Final Free-Agent Signing Before Opening Day

The San Francisco Giants are leaking relievers due to injuries in spring training. But other relievers are having difficulty making their case for the roster.

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San Francisco Giants News / San Francisco Giants on SI / March 7

Why Projected Giants Leadoff Hitter Might Bat Lower in Lineup

The opportunity to sign Luis Arráez was simply too good for the San Francisco Giants to pass up when it happened just weeks before spring training. A three-time batting champion for $12 million on a one-year deal?

San Francisco Giants News / Total Pro Sports / March 7

'Extremely Unfair' – Wilson Contreras Criticizes The San Francisco Giants For Luis Arraez’s Contract

Despite being the best contact hitter in the MLB, Luis Arraez remained an unsigned free agent late into the offseason. Eventually, the San Francisco Giants signed him on a one-year, $12 million contract in January.

Logan Webb News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 7

How Logan Webb was convinced to pitch for Team USA

The story of how San Francisco Giants ace Logan Webb joined Team USA for the World Baseball Classic sounds almost too strange to believe. Yet the Giants ace ended up dominating Brazil baseball after a chain of unexpected events involving a concert bus, a former catcher, and a country singer.

San Francisco Giants News / McCovey Chronicles / March 6

Matt and Matos help Giants to another win

Logan Webb took the mound tonight, just not for our humble San Francisco Giants, but for Team USA in their World Baseball Classic opener. His second pitch for the Stars and Stripes got blasted nearly 400 feet.

Logan Webb News / San Francisco Giants on SI / March 6

Giants Ace Latest MLB Pitcher to Allow Home Run to Manny Ramirez’s Son

San Francisco Giants pitcher Logan Webb had the honor of being the first starter for Team USA in the World Baseball Classic. He took the hill at Daikin Park, the home of the Houston Astros, as USA faced Team Brazil on Friday.

Luis Arraez News / San Francisco Giants on SI / March 6

Giants Star Luis Arraez Delivers Comedic Batting Moment During WBC Opener

San Francisco Giants second baseman Luis Arráez is on record as saying he hates strikeouts. Sometimes he’s not fond of contact, either. Arráez is one of several Giants playing in the World Baseball Classic.

Bryce Eldridge News / San Francisco Giants on SI / March 6

Bryce Eldridge Steals Show at Giants Spring Training with One Swing

The plan all along has been for Bryce Eldridge to make the San Francisco Giants’ opening day roster. Now, sometimes those plans go sideways, especially with prospects.

Rafael Devers News / Athlon Sports / March 6

Giants Receive Rafael Devers News After 5 Missed Games

The San Francisco Giants are hoping this is the year they finally break through and return to the MLB playoffs after undergoing a major change with Tony Vitello taking over as manager.

San Francisco Giants News / Just Baseball / March 6

Which Giants Are in the 2026 World Baseball Classic?

With baseball no longer being a staple in the summer Olympics, fans turn to the World Baseball Classic to see the best talent from across the world compete.

Luis Arraez News / Athlon Sports / March 6

Fantasy Baseball Draft Protecting Batting Average 2026: Is Bobby Witt or Luis Arraez?

In many of my articles leading up to the 2026 fantasy baseball season I have talked about roster construction for Roto leagues. While I often fail in this practice in my own drafts, I can give out solid advice to help you put together a balanced team to compete in all categories.

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.

Tony Vitello News / A to Z Sports / March 4

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.

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.