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Justin Verlander Passes Hall of Fame Lefty on Impressive List in History

Justin Verlander, who threw his hardest pitch since 2022 on Monday night at 98.3 mph, also passed Hall of Famer Bert Blyleven on an impressive list in baseball history as the San Francisco Giants lost 5-4 to the Pittsburgh Pirates.

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Pirates aim to maintain perfect record against Giants

Nearly a week after they dueled in San Francisco, Giants right-hander Logan Webb is set for a rematch with Pirates rookie right-hander Mike Burrows on Tuesday night in Pittsburgh.

San Francisco Giants News / McCovey Chronicles / August 4

Jerar Encarnación activated, Luis Matos optioned

Yet another roster move. The San Francisco Giants arrived in Pennsylvania and were immediately met by a little extra oomph. Ahead of their series opener against the Pittsburgh Pirates, the Giants announced that outfielder and first baseman Jerar Encarnación had been activated off the 10-Day IL.

Austin Barnes News / Minor League Baseball on SI / August 4

San Francisco Giants Cut Bait With Former Los Angeles Dodgers Veteran

The San Francisco Giants released catcher Austin Barnes on Friday, according to the Sacramento River Cats' official transaction log. Barnes was in the Giants' organization for about a month, initially inking a minor league deal with the club on June 27.

Shane Bieber News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The '250-strikeout MLB seasons' quiz

How many MLB pitchers with 250+ K's in a season since 2000 can you name in five minutes?

The 'Multi-time Cy Young winners' quiz

The 'Four-home run games in MLB history' quiz

The 'MLB active wins leaders' quiz

San Francisco Giants News / Athlon Sports / August 4

Former MLB GM Jim Bowden Makes Bizarre Rafael Devers Comment After Trade Deadline

The San Francisco Giants are in a tailspin. Since acquiring Rafael Devers from the Boston Red Sox in a blockbuster trade, the Giants have gone 15-25, falling to 56-56 and sliding out of the National League postseason picture.

MLB News / Field Level Media / August 3

Giants top Mets for much-needed victory

Carson Whisenhunt recorded his first career win by combining with three relievers on an eight-hitter Sunday afternoon for the visiting San Francisco Giants, who beat the New York Mets 12-4 in the rubber game of a three-game series.

San Francisco Giants News / Just Baseball / August 3

Giants Finally Commit to Selling at Deadline

A month ago, everybody in baseball thought the Giants would have been huge buyers when it came to the deadline. They had just acquired Rafael Devers, were in contention for the NL West lead, and were at the top of the wild-card race.

San Francisco Giants News / Fastball on SI / August 2

San Francisco Giants Legend Soaks Up Spotlight With Country Star Morgan Wallen

Morgan Wallen, who put on his first of two shows in Santa Clara on Friday night, pulled out all the stops to get Levi's Stadium on its feet. The top-selling country artist made sure to play to the crowd, entering the venue alongside two icons of San Francisco sports.

Tyler Rogers News / Just Baseball / August 2

Not A Goodbye, But A See You Later: Giants Trade Tyler Rogers

Just over a week ago, the San Francisco Giants were still thought of as buyers at the trade deadline. Reports were coming out left and right that they were focused on adding a right-handed power bat, second-baseman, and starting pitcher.

Kai-Wei Teng News / Field Level Media / August 2

Kai-Wei Teng, Giants bullpen brace for rematch vs. Mets

Two teams whose new-look bullpens underwent a trial by fire in the series opener will get a rematch on Saturday afternoon when San Francisco Giants vie for a second consecutive road win over the New York Mets.

San Francisco Giants News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 1

Giants select Kai-Wei Teng; Randy Rodriguez named closer after Doval trade

The Giants announced they’ve selected right-hander Kai-Wei Teng onto the MLB roster. Reliever José Buttó, acquired from the Mets in the Tyler Rogers deal, has reported to the team and will be active tonight.

MLB News / Athlon Sports / August 1

Justin Verlander’s Brother Blasts Tigers Following Trade Deadline

Despite rumors that he’d potentially be dealt before the July 31 deadline, future Hall of Fame pitcher Justin Verlander stuck with the San Francisco Giants — and, somehow, he’s not the Verlander we’re talking about in the deadline’s immediate aftermath.

Buster Posey News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 1

Buster Posey explains Giants’ trade deadline strategy

The San Francisco Giants were busy leading up to the MLB trade deadline as the club sold numerous players for top-level prospects. Now that the deadline has passed, President of Baseball Operations Buster Posey reveals the strategy the club decided to follow.

San Francisco Giants News / Minor League Baseball on SI / August 1

San Francisco Giants Promote Collection of Top Prospects to Low-A San Jose

With the Arizona Complex League wrapping up this week, the San Francisco Giants have revealed their plans for some of their top prospects who were playing in Scottsdale.

MLB News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'A.L. and N.L. yearly save leaders' quiz

How many of the MLB league leaders in saves since the 2008 season can you name in five minutes?

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The 'NBA playoff point-per-game leaders' quiz

The 'NFL mascot names' quiz

The '250-strikeout MLB seasons' quiz

The '2024-25 NFL TD catch leaders' quiz

San Francisco Giants News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 31

Mike Yastrzemski’s heartfelt goodbye to SF will have Giants fans tearing up

Mike Yastrzemski began his professional baseball career under unique circumstances: a 14th-round draft pick who shares DNA with a Hall of Famer and Triple Crown winner.

Camilo Doval News / Yardbarker / July 31

Yankees continue stockpiling relievers in trade with Giants

The Yankees needed to upgrade their bullpen. They did exactly that.

Grading the Royals' trade-deadline swap for veteran pitcher

Astros turning to former franchise cornerstone to fill glaring third base hole

Rangers swing first major trade for a starter at the deadline

Padres stay busy at trade deadline, add coveted power bat

Yankees continue to enhance bullpen with Jake Bird acquisition

San Francisco Giants News / LWOSports.com / July 31

5 Trades The Giants Should Do At The Deadline

The Giants have collapsed over the last month and a half, with a 13-24 record. Trading for Rafael Devers was supposed to be the key to competing for the division; instead, it’s led to them free-falling.

Justin Verlander News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 30

Giants making future Hall of Famer available in trade talks

So, it now appears Buster Posey’s club will be selling over the next 21 hours, with legendary starting pitcher Justin Verlander the latest name on the block.

Giants potentially fleece Mets in trade for rental reliever

Rafael Devers trade not working out as Giants hoped

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

The 'Recent 20-game winners' quiz

San Francisco Giants News / Larry Brown Sports / July 30

Mike Yastrzemski makes a Catch of the Year candidate

San Francisco Giants outfielder Mike Yastrzemski delivered a potential Catch of the Year during Wednesday’s game against the Pittsburgh Pirates at Oracle Park in San Francisco, Ca.