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What's real and what's fake in MLB as Mike Trout, Nolan Arenado and more get out to hot starts

We've finally hit a point in MLB season where numbers start to mean something. Here's whose scorching starts are real and whose are fake so far in the 2022 season.

Kevin Skiver

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Who is Alyssa Nakken? Giants assistant is first woman on-field coach in MLB history

What you need to know about the glass ceiling-shattering, history-making Nakken.

Joe Rivera

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Why is Buster Posey retiring? Giants MVP catcher reportedly calling it a career

Posey, who is expected to make the announcement on Thursday, was a seven-time All-Star for the Giants and was the 2012 NL MVP.

Jake Aferiat

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Giants' season ends with brutal check-swing call in NLDS Game 5 vs. Dodgers

Wilmer Flores was ruled to have swung at Strike 3, but his bat did not appear to clear the plane of the plate. Nonetheless, the call ended the NLDS and the Giants' 2021 campaign.

Edward Sutelan

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How LA's bold pitching strategy shook out in Game 5

Roberts went with an opener in the NLDS deciding game and was chided for it. But he got the last laugh.

Jake Aferiat

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Bellinger's clutch hit sends Dodgers to 2nd straight NLCS

Sporting News tracked live scoring updates and highlights from Dodgers vs. Giants in the 2021 MLB postseason. Read for complete results from Game 5 of the NLDS.

Edward Sutelan

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Fagan: Bellinger embraces redemption opportunity

Cody Bellinger can put his awful 2021 regular season behind him after coming through in a must-win playoff game.

Ryan Fagan

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What channel is Dodgers vs. Giants on today?

It took 162 games to decide the NL West, and now it'll take a Game 5 to determine who heads to the NLCS. Here's what you need to know about Thursday night's Game 5.

Joe Rivera

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MLB playoff bracket 2021: Updated TV schedule, scores, results for the Division Series

Check out the schedule for the 2021 National League and American League Division Series.

Edward Sutelan

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Gavin Lux's game-tying home run that wasn't for Dodgers

Gavin Lux appeared to have a game-tying home run against the Giants. The wind knocked down the ball and handed the Dodgers a loss.

Jacob Camenker

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Angel Hernandez's missed calls bite Giants and Dodgers in NLDS Game 2

Bad calls from Hernandez fired up both teams during the game.

Edward Sutelan

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Brandon Belt injury update: How much time will Giants' first baseman miss with fractured thumb?

Belt has enjoyed a breakout campaign to help lead the Giants to the best record in baseball in 2021.

Edward Sutelan

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Kris Bryant returns to Wrigley

The Cubs welcomed back their 2016 World Series champion by showing a video tribute, giving him a standing ovation and sharing cards from fans.

Madison Williams

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The Dodgers have a Cody Bellinger problem

Over his last 21 games, the former NL MVP is 5-for-65 with zero extra-base hits, 14 strikeouts and one walk.

Ryan Fagan

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Mets owner Steve Cohen tweets thinly veiled shot at 'unproductive' New York offense

Well, he's got a point.

Joe Rivera

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Top 9 MLB prospect call-ups to watch for playoff contenders

The Yankees, Red Sox and Rays are among the teams that could dip into their farm system to find late-season help for their playoff push.

Edward Sutelan

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Kris Bryant trade grades: Giants land former MVP, Cubs sell last major piece of World Series win

The Giants add one of the biggest bats on the market while the Cubs part with the last remaining core member of the 2016 World Series team.

Edward Sutelan

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Drew Robinson ending comeback bid, moving into front-office role with Giants

Robinson returned to the field just over a year after he tried to kill himself. Now he'll try to help other players by sharing his experiences.

Tom Gatto

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Barry Bonds is back on the field — with a dog in the 145th Westminster Dog Show

The baseball icon's miniature schnauzer Rocky qualified for the show.

Joe Rivera

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Giants will be first MLB team to wear Pride uniforms

The Giants plan to celebrate Pride Month in a way unlike any Major League Baseball team to date.

Edward Sutelan

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Trevor Bauer masters being a heel in his first Dodgers-Giants rivalry game

The LA pitcher is adept at bringing and creating heat.

Tom Gatto

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Giants minor leaguer Drew Robinson hits first home run since surviving suicide attempt

Drew Robinson hit his first home run with the Sacramento River Cats since nearly losing his life in April of 2020.

Jacob Camenker

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Zack Hample totally wipes out chasing home run ball, doesn't get it

The polarizing ball hawk was spotted in Philadelphia on Monday, completely wiping out after chasing down a home run ball.

Joe Rivera

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Fernando Tatis Jr. injury timeline, return date, latest updates

Here's everything we know about Fernando Tatis Jr.'s injury and the latest news on when he may return to the field.

Tom Gatto

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MLB games today: Full TV schedule for 2021 Opening Day baseball on ESPN, Fox, MLB Network

Here's what you need to know to watch opening weekend of the 2021 MLB season, including a full TV schedule with start times and TV channels.

Joe Rivera

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When is Opening Day 2021? Date, schedule, start times for all 30 MLB teams

Major League Baseball is returning to a full 162-game slate in 2021 after a shortened season last year. Here's everything to know about Opening Day, including the full TV schedule with start times for all 30 teams.

Joe Rivera

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MLB's rule change experiments: The good and the bad

Spoiler: It's mostly bad, especially the potential ban on shifts and the limits on teams' ability to control the running game.

Tom Gatto

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TSN Archives: Bobby Thomson's pennant-winning homer sets new high in drama

Bedlam breaks loose as Thomson turns defeat to victory.

TSN Archives

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Giants-Padres games postponed after positive COVID-19 test

MLB announced Friday and Saturday's games have been called off. Game 2 of the four-game set was called just before it was about to begin.

Tom Gatto

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Giants, A's play through haze of West Coast fires

Skies above San Francisco and Oakland turned orange as smoke blocked the sun.

Tom Gatto

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Joe Maddon calls Shaun Anderson 'irresponsible' after third pitch at Mike Trout's head

Shaun Anderson has thrown at Mike Trout's head not once, not twice, but now three times in the same week.

Jordan Heck

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Zack Greinke was purposefully giving away his pitches and got outs anyway

Zack Greinke's voice could be picked up on the television broadcast.

Jordan Heck

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MLB Opening Day 2020 live scores, updates, highlights from Friday's baseball games

There are 26 MLB teams starting their quest for a World Series appearance today. Sporting News will be tracking highlights, scores, updates and more.

Joe Rivera

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Giants pitcher Sam Coonrod is opposing Black Lives Matter in bad faith

Coonrod was clear about why he didn't kneel with everyone else in a pregame demonstration, but he also tried to obscure his reasons with the shield of his faith.

Tom Gatto

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MLB games today: Full TV schedule for 2020 Opening Day baseball on ESPN, Fox, MLB Network

Here's what you need to know to watch opening weekend of the 2020 MLB season, including a full TV schedule with start times and TV channels.

Joe Rivera

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Dodgers vs. Giants score: Los Angeles takes Opening Day win over rival San Francisco

Clayton Kershaw is dealing with a balky back. Dustin May is set to begin the Dodgers' chase for glory instead.

Joe Rivera

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Mookie Betts kneels on his own for national anthem before Dodgers debut

Betts was the only Dodger not standing during the anthem.

Dan Bernstein

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What channel is Dodgers vs. Giants on today? Schedule, time for 2020 MLB Opening Night

Here is a complete guide to watching Thursday's game between the Dodgers and Giants, including the start time and TV schedule for MLB Opening Night.

Dan Bernstein

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MLB players explain sudden choice to kneel for anthem: 'Simply put, things need to change'

There's been a shift in tone from MLB regarding the Black Lives Matter movement.

Dan Bernstein

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Giants' Gabe Kapler explains why he kneeled during national anthem

Some were surprised by the San Francisco Giants' decision to kneel during the national anthem.

Joe Rivera

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Who is Alyssa Nakken? What to know about history-making Giants coach

The 30-year-old Nakken has helped shatter the glass ceiling for women in baseball.

Joe Rivera

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Buster Posey adopts identical twins, will sit out 2020 season as COVID-19 precaution

The Giants will play without one of the faces of their franchise this year.

Dan Bernstein

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Giants' Gabe Kapler defends Pablo Sandoval's physique: 'He's demonstrated that he's healthy'

While Bay Area fans may be worried about Sandoval's conditioning, Giants manager Gabe Kapler is unconcerned.

Jordan Greer

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If MLB loses the 2020 season, a salary cap should be part of its vision for the future

Baseball can at least use a nixed year as an opportunity fix its woefully short supply of competition.

Mike DeCourcy

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MLB presents its idea of socially distant baseball to teams

Teams have a lot to unpack. MLB is trying to cover every potential coronavirus hazard.

Tom Gatto

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MLB payrolls 2020: Five takeaways from reported salary figures

Big-market teams are spending the most, but the league overall has been careful to keep a lid on expenses.

Tom Gatto

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Rumored MLB 2020 season plan: Three reactions

July opening? November ending? That's the latest speculation. Some thoughts on those rumors.

Tom Gatto

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Missing Opening Day: Overreactions to Strat-O-Matic simulations

It's already like that in the baseball world. Hey, games are games and stats are stats.

Tom Gatto

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Noah Syndergaard to have Tommy John surgery, but does it need to happen quickly?

The Mets right-hander will have the surgery Thursday in Florida, where the state's governor has barred non-essential procedures.

Tom Gatto

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The Randy Johnson bird game, as told by the bird's family

We all remember when Randy Johnson hit that bird with a pitch. Now, for the first time, the bird's family tells his side of the story.

Emily Carson

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Here's how to watch MLB spring training games this year

The Astros are obviously the biggest storyline of spring action, but all teams carry compelling narratives worth fan attention.

Dan Bernstein

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Explaining Yapson Gomez's weird windup on display at Giants spring training

People saw Giants reliever Yapson Gomez show off his weird windup, but it's something he's been doing for years.

Jordan Heck

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When is Opening Day 2020? Schedule, start times for all 30 MLB teams

Opening Day is right around the corner. Here's everything you need to know about the start of the 2020 MLB season.

Joe Rivera

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Giants' Alyssa Nakken becomes first female coach in MLB history

Nakken will be a full-time traveling member of San Francisco's staff.

Dan Bernstein

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MLB's starting pitcher shakeup will lead to interesting 2020 homecomings

Many nice things will be said when these top hurlers visit their former parks for the first time, but some people might want to say things about their former favorites that aren't as pleasant.

Tom Gatto

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Giants hire Gabe Kapler as new manager, per report

The Phillies fired Kapler in October.

J Crabtree-Hannigan

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Madison Bumgarner rumors: Six logical landing spots for the free-agent lefty

There's certainly going to be a big market for the big lefty. Here are six sensical new teams for MadBum.

Joe Rivera

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Bruce Bochy open to taking 'one more shot' at managing, beginning in 2021

Bochy bowed out as Giants skipper after the 2019 season. We may see him back in the dugout sometime after 2020.

Tom Gatto

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Bochy turns down managing chances

The Padres reportedly wanted to bring back their former manager, but he declined and plans to sit out next season.

Marc Lancaster

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How 1989 earthquake engulfed World Series between Giants, Athletics

A look back at the Loma Prieta earthquake, which occurred just before Game 3.

Dan Bernstein

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Kapler interviewing with Giants

Kapler was fired by the Phillies at the end of the regular season after he managed the team to an 81-81 record.

Gabrielle McMillen

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Bruce Bochy built a career on small gestures to become a legendary manager

"It felt personal playing for him.”

Dan Bernstein

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Giants reportedly plan to move bullpens behind outfield wall, change Oracle Park dimensions

The move follows a league trend over the past 20 years.

Dan Bernstein

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Nationals secure home field in WCG

Gerardo Parra hit a grand slam in a whopping nine-run second inning to highlight the victory, which is Washington's seventh consecutive win.

Alexis Mansanarez

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Brewers clinch playoff spot

Milwaukee dominated as it punched its ticket to postseason, just one day after the Nationals secured a wild-card spot.

Ameer Tyree

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Astros clinch AL West title

George Springer hit three home runs in four innings and added four RBIs.

Ameer Tyree

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Bruce Bochy a candidate for Padres?

Bochy, who managed the Padres for 12 seasons and lives in the area, immediately surfaced as a candidate to replace the ousted Andy Green.

Arthur Weinstein

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MLB: Rays take lead over Indians

The Rays sit in the second spot in the wild-card race, with a one-game lead over the Indians, after a 5-4 win over the Red Sox.

Alexis Mansanarez

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5 crazy facts: Giants 7, Red Sox 6

Yaz's grandson hit a home run Tuesday at Fenway Park, which was cool. But there was a whole lot of other things that went on.

Bob Hille

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Brewers top Padres, tie Cubs

The Brewers and Cubs both have 82-69 records and are now tied for the second National League wild-card spot.

Ameer Tyree

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Giants' Mike Yastrzemski, grandson of Carl Yastrzemski, homers at Fenway Park

Boston witnessed a dramatic baseball moment as it welcomed another Yastrzemski to its home field.

Dan Bernstein

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Mike Yastrzemski to play at Fenway

Mike is the 29-year-old grandson of Hall of Famer and Red Sox icon Carl Yastrzemski, 80, who'll be at one of the games.

Bob Hille

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Brewers top Cardinals on grand slam

Milwaukee (80-69) is one game back of the Cubs, who hold the National League second wild-card spot.

Ameer Tyree

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Mets shut out Dodgers

Rajai Davis hit a three-run double in the eighth inning to give his team the lead, helping keep the Mets' postseason hopes alive.

Ameer Tyree

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Cueto dominant in 2019 debut

Cueto, who last pitched in the big leagues on July 28 of last year, allowed one hit over five innings against the Pirates.

Bob Hille

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Dodgers clinch NL West again

Los Angeles' offense was powered by Corey Seager, who hit two home runs and tallied five RBIs in the contest.

Ameer Tyree

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Pete Alonso powers Mets to win

New York also got a strong showing from Jacob deGrom, who tallied 11 strikeouts in seven innings of work while only giving up three hits.

Ameer Tyree

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MLB wrap: Sept. 7

Arizona has gone 11-1 in its last 12 games with its most recent win Saturday over Cincinnati.

Alexis Mansanarez

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MLB wrap: Rangers shut out Yankees

The Rangers' pitching staff handed New York its first shut out in 220 games to break the second-longest streak in MLB history.

Alexis Mansanarez

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MLB wrap: Verlander throws no-no

Verlander struck out 14 and walked only one in the Astros' 2-0 win over the Blue Jays and is now 17-5 this season.

Alexis Mansanarez

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LeMahieu homer lifts NY past OAK

While LeMahieu went 1 for 5 on the day, he came up big when his team needed him most.

Ameer Tyree

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Giants place Gennett on waivers

The Giants picked up Scooter Gennett at the trade deadline but they are apparently ready to move on.

Thomas Lott

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Behind the demise of on-field bullpens in MLB and their lasting imprint on the game

There's a complex timeline and plenty of emotions behind on-field bullpens.

Dan Bernstein

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Cardinals win fifth straight game

The Cardinals' hits matched their RBIs on the night, as they notched 12 of each. They also got home runs from Yadier Molina and Paul DeJong.

Ameer Tyree

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Zack Greinke gets 200th career win

The feat came exactly one year and one day after Justin Verlander joined the 200 club.

Alexis Mansanarez

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Kyle Seager hits 3 homers

Seager became the 11th Mariner in team history with three home runs in a single game.

Alexis Mansanarez

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Mets definitely interested in Panik

The Giants designated Panik for assignment earlier this week.

E.Jay Zarett

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Greinke picks up W in Astros debut

The ace pitched six innings, allowing five runs off seven hits while striking out two and walking two in his debut.

Alexis Mansanarez

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David Dahl carted off field

David Dahl has sustained yet another unfortunate injury.

Thomas Lott

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Heyward's homer leads Cubs to win

"I just asked (manager) Joe (Maddon) to be patient with me. Just give me a shot and here we go," Heyward said.

Alexis Mansanarez

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Bumgarner on remaining with Giants

"I feel the exact same, honestly," Bumgarner said. "I feel I've done a good job of not letting that stuff creep into my head."

E.Jay Zarett

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Brewers acquire Pomeranz, Black

The Brewers have added a couple of pitchers.

Thomas Lott

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MLB wrap: Braves hold off Nationals

The 11-8 Atlanta victory came a day after Washington won with a similar margin of victory, 6-3, and was led by the efforts of Adam Duvall.

Alexis Mansanarez

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Astros pursuing Bumgarner

The Astros and Giants have discussed Madison Bumgarner in recent days.

Thomas Lott

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MLB wrap: July 28

"All our goals are still here," J.T. Realmuto said after the game. "We feel like we have a team here to do something special."

Alexis Mansanarez

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Blue Jays top Rays with walkoff

The Blue Jays trailed the Rays by four runs entering the ninth inning, but rallied to tie it up and win it in extra innings.

Ameer Tyree

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Mets exploring Syndergaard trade

The trade would send Noah Syndergaard to the Padres while getting pieces to New York that would help land Marcus Stroman.

Thomas Lott

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Giants interested in Eric Sogard

Eric Sogard is a free agent after this season, so he would be a rental. This drives home the idea that the Giants are not selling.

Thomas Lott

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Why the Giants are suddenly winning almost every game: 'There’s something about this team'

Once sure-fire trade deadline sellers, San Francisco is the hottest team in baseball. There are reasons for that.

Dan Bernstein

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Why Giants should sell at deadline

There is a perfect case study for why the Giants should sell at the deadline and it led to one of the worst runs in MLB history.

Thomas Lott

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Cubs option Addison Russell

The 25-year-old infielder had run afoul of manager Joe Maddon in recent days for base-running blunders and missing signs.

Arthur Weinstein

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Cano leads Mets to win vs. Padres

Cano went 4 for 4 with three home runs and drove in all five of his team's runs.

Ameer Tyree

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MLB trade deadline 2019: Date, predictions, rumors, new rules for Hot Stove season

Get your trade fix right here to prepare for a fun couple of weeks of wheeling and dealing.

Dan Bernstein

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Joe Maddon explains Carl Edwards Jr. demotion, Pedro Strop faith ahead of Cubs' deadline

"The difference is the body of work," Chicago's manager said. "Don’t underestimate the body of work and the presence and everything else."

Dan Bernstein

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MLB wrap: July 22

Minnesota turned a 5-4-3 triple play in the first inning against New York.

Alexis Mansanarez

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Will the Giants trade Bumgarner?

"It's impossible to say what the next 10 days are going to present," Giants president of baseball operations Farhan Zaidi told reporters.

E.Jay Zarett

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Smith, Alonso shine in Mets' win

The Mets lost to the Giants in dramatic fashion on Friday but came back to claim a huge win on Saturday at Oracle Park.

Ameer Tyree

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Dominic Smith makes like Luis Castillo, drops a popup, costs Mets a game

Smith, a converted first baseman, failed to catch a shallow fly to left and the Giants took advantage.

Tom Gatto

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Cardinals mount comeback vs. Reds

The Cardinals topped the Reds 12-11 at Great American Ball Park, despite trailing 7-0 entering the sixth inning.

Ameer Tyree

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Madison Bumgarner cares deeply for Giants, doesn't give 'a s—' about trade rumors

Bumgarner's best pitching performance in years continued San Francisco's unexpected hot streak.

Dan Bernstein

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Giants throw wrench into deadline

The Giants have shaken things up massively with their recent trip to Coors Field in Colorado.

Thomas Lott

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Dodgers, A's among West teams expected to make big trades as MLB deadline approaches

SN takes a detailed look at what to expect from teams in the AL and NL West ahead of the trade deadline.

Dan Bernstein

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What will it take to get Bumgarner?

Madison Bumgarner will likely be traded, but the Giants don't want to give him up for nothing.

Thomas Lott

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MLB wrap: July 15

Bellinger managed to steal the show after he hit two home runs to now lead the major league with 33 on the season.

Alexis Mansanarez

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MLB trade deadline 2019: Date, rumors, top targets & new rules for Hot Stove season

Get your trade fix right here to prepare for a fun couple of weeks of wheeling and dealing.

Dan Bernstein

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Brewers, Giants discussing Smith

Smith holds a 2.17 ERA and has recorded 23 saves for the Giants so far this season.

E.Jay Zarett

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MLB wrap: Rays almost make history

Tampa Bay was close to pitching the first combined perfect game in MLB history.

Alexis Mansanarez

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Rays dominate Orioles at the plate

Tampa Bay tallied a staggering 20 hits to Baltimore's five, and first baseman Nate Lowe went 4 for 5 with one home run.

Ameer Tyree

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Madison Bumgarner injury update: Giants starter exits after being hit by line drive

San Francisco's ace tried to tough it out but yielded after being checked by manager Bruce Bochy and trainer Dave Groeschner.

Tom Gatto

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Bell hits 3 homers in Pirates' win

It was the 20th three-homer game in franchise history, according to MLB.com, and the first ever by a switch-hitter.

Alexis Mansanarez

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Yankees complete sweep of Red Sox

Didi Gregorius added an insurance run in the eighth and extended the team's home run streak to 31 consecutive games.

Alexis Mansanarez

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McKay dominates in debut

"It was fun to watch,'' Rays manager Kevin Cash said. "Just the way he carried himself, it was kind of unflappable.''

Alexis Mansanarez

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Hapless Orioles destroy Indians

Baltimore was exceptional at the plate and racked up 16 hits to Cleveland's six on the night.

Ameer Tyree

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Rangers chip away at Astros' lead

The Astros have led the Rangers by more than 10 games at multiple points this season but Texas continues to chip away at the deficit.

Thomas Lott

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Madison Bumgarner says he's fine

Bumgarner has heard the talk he's on the decline, but says, “I’m the same guy I was in 2014, contrary to popular belief."

Arthur Weinstein

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MLB wrap: Phillies swept by Marlins

Although the Marlins are last in the NL East standings, they beat the second-place Phillies three times in a row this weekend.

Ameer Tyree

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Yankees homer in 25th straight

Gio Urshela's home run kept the historic streak going against the Astros as the Yankees went on to win 7-5.

Alexis Mansanarez

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Keuchel pegged with loss in debut

Keuchel pitched in an MLB game for the first time since last year’s American League Championship series.

Alexis Mansanarez

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Yanks, Tanaka shuts out Rays

The Yankees pitcher threw nine scoreless innings and struck out 10 in his team's 3-0 victory over the Rays.

Ameer Tyree

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Astros may have All-Star in Alvarez

Yordan Alvarez because just the fourth player ever to hit at least four home runs in his first five career games.

Thomas Lott

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MLB trade deadline: Red Sox, Giants among baseball’s most interesting potential dealmakers

An early look at the big moves that might be made over the next couple of months.

Dan Bernstein

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Yanks won't sell farm for MadBum

The Yankees need starting pitching, but apparently, they don't think they need it that much.

Thomas Lott

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Max Muncy taunts Madison Bumgarner

Muncy blasted a pitch from Bumgarner into McCovey Cove, then stood to momentarily to admire it, irking the Giants pitcher.

Arthur Weinstein

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Rockies complete sweep of Blue Jays

The Rockies topped the Blue Jays, 5-1, with the help of David Dahl and Nolan Arenado, who both finished 2 for 4 at the plate.

Alexis Mansanarez

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Hiura leads Brewers to win

Hiura hit the game-tying two-run home run in the ninth to force extra innings against the Pirates on Saturday.

Alexis Mansanarez

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Mike Yastrzemski hits first homer

The Giants outfielder had an RBI triple in the first inning before hitting his first MLB home run one frame later.

Arthur Weinstein

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2019 MLB Draft preview: Breaking down the weakest organizations in baseball

These teams are not expected to compete any time soon.

Dan Bernstein

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Luke Weaver leaves game with injury

Weaver told reporters his mechanics had felt off during the game, and with Arizona ahead, he felt it best to leave.

Arthur Weinstein

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Twins complete sweep of White Sox

It is the first time the Twins (36-16) are 20 games over .500 since the end of the 2010 season.

Alexis Mansanarez

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Tradeology 101: San Francisco Giants

Grab your notebooks, class is in session. In today's lesson, Professor Rivera breaks down the San Francisco Giants.

Joe Rivera

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Mets snap five-game losing streak

The win was a nice distraction from earlier headlines which included questions surrounding manager Mickey Callaway's job.

Alexis Mansanarez

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Braves youngsters shine in win

Mike Soroka and Austin Riley might have been the stories of the day in MLB.

Thomas Lott

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Rockies prevail vs. Red Sox

Sale became the first pitcher in MLB history to strike out at least 17 batters in seven or fewer innings, according to USA Today.

Alexis Mansanarez

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Guerrero hits first two major league home runs

The 20-year-old third baseman hit a no-doubter for his first long ball in the bigs. Then he hit another one five innings later.

Tom Gatto

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Madison Bumgarner trade rumors: Ranking the teams on MadBum's no-trade list based on needs

The Giants' lefty didn’t pick eight teams he wanted to stay away from; instead, he picked eight teams most likely to want to deal for him, to give himself a bit of leverage in the trade conversation.

Ryan Fagan

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Holland says he had to fake injury

Derek Holland was blunt when addressing his demotion to the bullpen on Saturday.

Thomas Lott

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Cubs continue streak with 10th win

Chicago has homered in 15 straight games, matching its best run since 2002.

Kirstie Chiappelli

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Yankees cruise to win over M's

New York jumped in front in the first inning when DJ LeMahieu doubled and Luke Voit followed with a two-run homer.

E.Jay Zarett

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Bees delay Reds-Giants game

What appeared to be hundreds of bees descended on Great American Ball Park just before the first pitch Monday afternoon.

Marc Lancaster

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Marte hits walk-off home run

"Those situations don't happen a lot, but there's something special about them," Marte said after the game.

Alexis Mansanarez

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Giants cutting Gerardo Parra

The veteran outfielder is hitting just .198 in his first season in San Francisco.

Marc Lancaster

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Reds' Nick Senzel to debut Friday

Senzel, who was the No. 2 player chosen in the 2016 MLB Draft, is being touted by some scouts as a possible future batting champion.

Arthur Weinstein

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Giants' Logan Webb suspended

Webb, considered the Giants' No. 5 prospect, said in a statement he did not knowingly take the PED.

Arthur Weinstein

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MLB wrap: April 28

The Nationals had not one, not two, but three players 21 or younger hit home runs against the Padres on Sunday.

Alexis Mansanarez

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Sogard making big impact with Blue Jays

It’s only been seven games, but it’s fair to say that Nerd Power is experiencing a bit of a renaissance in Toronto.

Jenn Smith

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Emotional Kevin Pillar returns to Toronto: 'This is the place I wanted to be'

For parts of seven seasons, Kevin Pillar patrolled centre field for the Blue Jays. On Tuesday, an emotional Pillar returned to Toronto as a Giant, fondly remembering his tenure.

Jenn Smith

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Cole Tucker's home run powers Bucs

Tucker, who was unexpectedly called up from the minors Saturday, drove a 431-foot home run into the wind to center for the game winner.

Arthur Weinstein

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Cole Tucker's home run powers Bucs

Tucker, who was unexpectedly called up from the minors Saturday, drove a 431-foot home run into the wind to center for the game winner.

Arthur Weinstein

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Christian Yelich homers again, and the other coolest things from MLB last night

Home runs were aplenty Friday night as a few pitchers had nights to forget.

Thomas Schlarp

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MLB wrap: Who is Alex Verdugo?

The Brewers found out exactly who the Dodgers' left fielder is Thursday.

Thomas Lott

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MLB wrap: April 17

The Braves' bullpen lost their second game in a row, while the Red Sox's relievers gave up four runs.

Thomas Lott

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Astros win ninth straight

The Astros completed a three-game sweep of the Mariners on Sunday, have won nine straight and are only a game behind Seattle in the AL West.

Arthur Weinstein

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Rockies lose eighth straight

The Rockies' frustrations boiled over Saturday. After Nolan Arenado struck out looking, he argued the call and threw his helmet and bat.

Arthur Weinstein

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Giants make fans, seagulls happy by beating Rockies in 18 innings

Some may have felt that playing into Saturday morning was for the birds.

Tom Gatto

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MLB wrap: April 12

Arrieta, 33, gave up just one run in seven innings pitched. He has the 22nd most wins among active pitchers.

Ameer Tyree

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MLB wrap: April 10

The Athletics outfielder had his 17th multi-home run game since 2016 against the Orioles.

Alexis Mansanarez

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MLB wrap: April 9

The Reds pulled off an impressive victory Tuesday, using a seven-run sixth inning to top the Marlins, 14-0.

Alexis Mansanarez

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MLB wrap: April 1

The 444-foot homer was the last of New York's runs in its 7-3 victory over Miami.

Alexis Mansanarez

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Padres, with Manny Machado and new aura, hope to own San Diego's sports identity

The Padres enjoyed a first weekend filled with optimism.

Dan Bernstein

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MLB wrap: March 31

Philadelphia started the Bryce Harper-era off on the right note.

Alexis Mansanarez

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Padres' Chris Paddack shines in MLB debut

Chris Paddack was outstanding in his major league debut, providing the Padres a glimpse of why he is considered one of the best pitching prospects in baseball.

Jacob Janower

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MLB Opening Day 2019: Scores, results, highlights from every game

Sporting News tracked all the action from Opening Day for the 2019 MLB season. Catch up on the scores and highlights with our updates from Thursday's games.

Jacob Janower

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Fernando Tatis Jr. makes Padres' faith look wise with strong debut

San Diego's phenom went 2-for-3 in his first MLB game.

Dan Bernstein

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MLB Opening Day 2019: Schedule for all 30 teams

Every MLB team will be playing on Opening Day in 2019 for a second straight year. Here is everything to know about the unofficial national holiday for baseball fans, including first pitch times and TV information for all 30 clubs.

Jacob Janower

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Projecting the NL West

The National League West continues to look like the Dodgers' division to lose, but the clock's ticking.

Bob Hille

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NL West guide for 2019: Biggest strength, weakness and question for each team

What is standing in the way of the Dodgers and their seventh-straight NL West title? Can the Padres put it all together this quick? Those and more are answered in an examination of the NL West.

Jacob Janower

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Big changes to MLB rosters, trade deadline, All-Star voting to be announced, report says

Separate from those changes, players and owners will begin negotiations on a new collective bargaining agreement more than two years before the agreement is set to expire.

Tom Gatto

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Madison Bumgarner's iconic delivery on point, even as spring results lag

One spotty night in Arizona won't set back MadBum, who looked like his old self when he delivered to the plate.

Ryan Fagan

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MLB hot stove: Giants reportedly sign Yangervis Solarte

The Giants added another veteran to their position player group, according to a report.

Jacob Janower

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Jeff Samardzija, Billy Hamilton turn into a throwback twosome

Jeff Samardzija is a fan of starters taking the ball every five days and pitching deep into games. Billy Hamilton talks of his new team going retro because its hitters don't go deep enough.

Tom Gatto

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Buster Posey tweaks clubs not in 'win-now' mode, lauds Giants amid Bryce Harper pursuit

San Francisco's star catcher wishes all teams were committed to winning every year.

Tom Gatto

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DH in the NL this year? Teams already have options if change happens

Each National League team has at least one designated hitter candidate on its roster, and a lot of those options are making serious money. SN lists the best in-house option ahead of spring training.

Tom Gatto

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Raiders to play in San Fran in 2019

The Raiders are scheduled to begin play in a $1 billion facility in Las Vegas in 2020, but need a home for the 2019 NFL season.

Bob Hille

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Raiders to play in San Francisco in 2019, report says

They plan to make the San Francisco Giants' stadium their home before heading to Las Vegas.

Dan Bernstein

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Bryce Harper rumors: The cases for and against the best fits for the superstar outfielder

Bryce Harper can land any number of places this winter, and his value is through the roof.

Jacob Janower

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WATCH: Venezuelan clubs brawl; ex-big leaguer connects with punch

Former MLB catcher Hector Sanchez delivered a knockout blow during a wild fight.

Tom Gatto

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Madison Bumgarner trade rumors: The five best fits for Giants' star pitcher

If Madison Bumgarner is going to be in another uniform on Opening Day 2019, here are five that could make sense.

Joe Rivera

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MLB trade rumors: Zack Greinke, Corey Kluber headline five starting pitchers who could be dealt

The hot stove is already lit, but free agents on the market aren't the only players who could be in new uniforms come 2018.

Ryan Fagan

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Willie McCovey remembered by fellow players as 'gentle giant,' 'hero'

Former players who knew Willie McCovey made it clear that they respected him very much.

Tom Gatto

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NL Rookie of the Year race: Ronald Acuna Jr., Juan Soto extend East battle to award vote

The NL East outfielders figure to be rivals for years to come. The competition began in 2018, when each became top-of-the-order producers.

Tom Gatto

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Yasiel Puig shoves, swipes at Nick Hundley during argument over bat slap

The Dodgers outfielder is frustrated that he isn't crushing Giants pitching this week. One Giant gave Puig grief about that, and Puig pushed back.

Tom Gatto

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Willie Mays says Barry Bonds deserves to join him in Hall of Fame

Baseball's greatest living player publicly campaigns for his godson on the night the Giants retire Bonds' No. 25.

Tom Gatto

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MLB trade deadline winners, losers: Dodgers, Pirates, Yankees make good first impressions

It takes years to accurately gauge moves, but there can still be initial observations. That's our basis for examining trades made during the two weeks leading to the 2018 non-waiver deadline.

Ryan Fagan

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Josh Hader's tweet apology not accepted in San Francisco; fans boo Brewers reliever

Josh Hader was not warmly received by fans at AT&T Park who told him what they thought of his racist, anti-gay and misogynistic teenage tweets.

Tom Gatto

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Giants-A's game inadvertently turns into chairs match

Fans had all the wrestling jokes after Stephen Piscotty and Mark Melancon got tangled up in the Giants' bullpen.

Tom Gatto

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Did Marlins-Giants beanball exchange end with Buster Posey plunking?

Miami and San Francisco have been exchanging angry words and fastballs the past couple days. Will the Giants attempt to get the last word Wednesday?

Tom Gatto

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Alex Ovechkin, Stanley Cup champion Capitals chug beer during interview at Nationals game

The Washington Capitals Stanley Cup celebration is hitting the ground running, and made its way to Nationals Park on Saturday.

Evan Sporer

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MLB Draft 2008 revisited: Giants built foundation for three World Series titles

Here at Team SN MLB, we decided to go back a full decade and look at the results of the 2008 draft, with the idea of providing an idea of how one specific draft played out, in terms of talent produced for each franchise.

Ryan Fagan

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Gerrit Cole 'not terribly disappointed' about brother-in-law Brandon Crawford taking him deep

Cole, a big part of the Astros' dominant rotation, said he wasn't thrilled that Crawford homered off him for the first time, but the right-hander could feel better knowing he got the win.

Tom Gatto

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Giants' Brandon Belt questions umpire's motives on game-ending call

Brandon Belt seemed to think that plate umpire Doug Eddings was in a hurry to end Wednesday's matinee in San Francisco.

Tom Gatto

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