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San Francisco Giants Finally Hold a Share Of National League West Lead
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With a 6-2 win last night on the road against the Los Angeles Dodgers, the San Francisco Giants have at least a share of the NL West in June or later for the first time since 2021. The Dodgers have had a stranglehold on the division as of late. San Francisco tracked down the Dodgers because of their better play of late. The Giants are 8-2 over their last 10 contests. The Dodgers are 5-5. Will the San Francisco Giants be able to win the division this season?

San Francisco Giants Season Summary

The Giants are tied atop the National League West with a 41-29 record. San Francisco’s offense has been poor this season. They are 24th in the league in batting average, 20th in home runs, and 14th in runs scored. First Baseman Wilmer Flores is eighth in the league in RBI.

San Francisco’s pitching staff has been the stronger part of its ballclub this season. They are second in ERA, seventh in opposing batting average, and seventh in WHIP. Starting Pitcher Robbie Ray is second in wins, 12th in ERA, and 13th in strikeouts. Logan Webb is fifth in the league in strikeouts and 13th in ERA.

Final Thoughts

The San Francisco Giants return to the diamond tonight against the Los Angeles Dodgers looking to take the outright lead in the division. San Francisco and Los Angeles are both playing well this season. That will lead to the division lead going back and forth this summer.

This article first appeared on Total Apex Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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