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Giants Boss Explains Why He Believes Rafael Devers Playing First Base Is Important

When the San Francisco Giants acquired Rafael Devers in the shocking blockbuster from the Boston Red Sox, a subplot of that story was the slugger's reported willingness to play first base, something that caused issues with his former team when he wouldn't move there.

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Giants Ace Logan Webb Has Struggled Since Returning from All-Star Break

The San Francisco Giants have relied on their elite pitching staff to carry much of the load this season, and the starting rotation in particular has played a massive role in keeping the team afloat out west.

San Francisco Giants News / McCovey Chronicles / July 27

Giants lose battle of All-Star lefties, 2-1

Robbie Ray was good but Daniel Peterson was better Saturday night, with Mark Vientos delivering the most crucial hit in the New York Mets win. During an up-and-down first half of the season, the San Francisco Giants could always rely on their All-Star starting pitching duo of Logan Webb and Robbie Ray.

MLB News / San Francisco Giants on SI / July 27

Nationals First Baseman Could Be Great Buy-Low Trade Candidate for Giants

As the trade deadline for the San Francisco Giants quickly approaches, the team seems likely to try to make another upgrade or two. It has been a strong season for the Giants in 2025, and that has changed the expectations for the franchise.

San Francisco Giants News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Multiple 100-RBI MLB seasons' quiz

29 active players knocked in 100 or more runs in a season more than once. How many of the 29 can you name in five minutes?

The 'Splash Hit all-time leaders' quiz

The 'MLB active playoff home run leaders' quiz

The 'MLB ballpark names' quiz

San Francisco Giants News / San Francisco Giants on SI / July 27

Former Top Prospect Still Considered Best Trade Chip for Giants Ahead of Deadline

As the San Francisco Giants continue to battle in the National League Wild Card standings, the front office will likely be seeking some improvements in the next couple of days.

San Francisco Giants News / San Francisco Giants on SI / July 26

Insider Says Giants Are Looking To Add at Two Key Positions

The San Francisco Giants appear to be buyers, but after acquiring Rafael Devers earlier in the season, it's hard to predict exactly how aggressive they are going to be.

Landen Roupp News / San Francisco Giants on SI / July 26

Giants Downplay Injury To Landen Roupp, Say Elbow Issue Is 'Pretty Minor'

The San Francisco Giants were dealt a tough blow. Breakout star Landen Roupp was placed on the 15-day injured list with elbow inflammation, a concerning issue that nobody wants to hear when it comes to pitchers since that can be a precursor for the dreaded Tommy John surgery.

San Francisco Giants News / San Francisco Giants on SI / July 26

Four Outfielders Giants Should Target As Trade Deadline Nears

The San Francisco Giants offense has been bottoming out at the worst time possible, and it appears as though they may need to make another big trade if they want to save their season.

Bryce Eldridge News / Minor League Baseball on SI / July 26

San Francisco Giants Top Prospect Continues Hot Streak With Yet Another Home Run

It didn't take Bryce Eldridge long to get his feet back under him. The top prospect in the San Francisco Giants' farm system was out for just over five weeks with a right hamstring strain, spending a few games on a rehab assignment in the Arizona Complex League before rejoining the Sacramento River Cats.

Logan Webb News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 26

Giants’ Logan Webb gets brutally honest on recent pitching slump

The San Francisco Giants find themselves in an increasingly tense situation as the MLB trade deadline nears, and much of that urgency centers on ace Logan Webb.

San Francisco Giants News / San Francisco Giants on SI / July 26

Giants Should Call-Up Top Pitching Prospect Sooner Rather Than Later

The San Francisco Giants are still in the thick of the Wild Card hunt, going into Saturday's action just a game back of the final spot. The hallmark of this team has been its pitching, which sported three All-Stars and one of the best bullpens in the league.

Landen Roupp News / Field Level Media / July 26

Giants' pitching staff dwindles as Landen Roupp hits IL

The San Francisco Giants' rotation took another hit when right-hander Landen Roupp landed on the 15-day injured list with elbow inflammation. The move announced Friday is retroactive to Wednesday for Roupp, whose MRI exam showed no structural issues, according to The Athletic.

MLB News / Field Level Media / July 26

David Peterson, Robbie Ray go head-to-head as Mets visit Giants

David Peterson will get an opportunity to personally thank Robbie Ray for his All-Star invitation when they go head-to-head on the mound as the New York Mets and host San Francisco Giants continue their three-game series on Saturday evening.

Landen Roupp News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 26

Giants place Landen Roupp on IL with elbow inflammation

The Giants announced that right-hander Landen Roupp has been placed on the 15-day injured list, retroactive to July 23rd, due to right elbow inflammation.

San Francisco Giants News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 25

Giants exploring rotation market

The Giants’ rotation was a big strength early in the season but has struggled more of late. Fifth starter Hayden Birdsong was optioned to Triple-A earlier in the week, and it’s not entirely clear how they’ll fill out the rotation moving forward.

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The 'MLB mascot names' quiz

The 'NBA Summer League MVPs' quiz

The 'Multiple 100-RBI MLB seasons' quiz

The 'Most NBA games played' quiz

San Francisco Giants News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 24

Giants notes: Devers, Birdsong, rotation, outfield

Rafael Devers made the first start of his career at first base for the Giants this week and, coincidentally or not, belted his first two home runs in nearly a month the following day.

Justin Verlander News / Yardbarker / July 24

Umpire may have inspired future Hall of Famer to first win

Umpire Chad Whitson's harsh words for Justin Verlander might have lit a fire under him on Wednesday.

Rafael Devers had telling comment about playing first base

Four teams that should be buyers at the trade deadline

Way-too-early Baseball Hall of Fame projections for 2026, 2027, 2028

25 MLB players who could be dealt at or before the trade deadline

The 'Recent 20-game winners' quiz

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 24

Four teams that should be buyers at the trade deadline

Only a week away from the July 31 MLB trade deadline, teams are starting to determine if they are going to be buyers or sellers over the next seven days. Here are four that should buy.

Four teams that should be sellers

Three buy-low starting pitchers teams must target before the trade deadline

Marlins OF could easily solve Guardians' power drought

Yankees eyeing Rockies All-Star as backup plan at third base

Prediction, report address Mets' mindset ahead of MLB trade deadline

Most-traded player in MLB history announces his retirement

Justin Verlander News / Field Level Media / July 23

Justin Verlander breaks winless slump as Giants down Braves

Justin Verlander threw five scoreless innings to earn his first win this season and Rafael Devers hit a pair of home runs to help the visiting San Francisco Giants beat the Atlanta Braves 9-3 on Wednesday in the rubber game of their three-game series.

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / July 24

Rafael Devers had telling comment about playing first base

Rafael Devers played first base for the Giants for the first time on Tuesday, and his quote about playing the field likely will not sit well with Red Sox fans.

The 20 most notorious gaffes and blunders in MLB history

The 'MLB active playoff home run leaders' quiz

San Francisco Giants News / Inside The Diamonds / July 22

San Francisco Giants Roster Moves 7/22/25

The San Francisco Giants have lost five straight games. They were swept by the Blue Jays over the weekend coming out of the All-Star break. Last night, they dropped the series opener against the Braves 9-5.

San Francisco Giants News / Yardbarker / July 22

Way-too-early Baseball HOF projections for 2026, 2027, 2028

Way-too-early Baseball Hall of Fame projections for 2026, 2027, 2028

While the 2025 class is preparing to be officially inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, N.Y., it's worth peeking ahead to see which MLB stars could find their places among baseball's immortals over the next three years.

One player from each NL club who deserved more HOF consideration

One player from each AL club who deserved more HOF consideration

All-MLB Hall of Fame team: Which legends make the cut?

Who are the early favorites for all the 2025 MLB awards?