Former Catcher Buster Posey introduced as New President of Baseball Operations for SFGiants
San Francisco – Buster Posey was introduced as the new President of Baseball Operations today. Long respected as a player, Posey was always seen as a potential candidate for a leadership role post-retirement. While many speculated that he would eventually become a team manager—a common path for former catchers—he surprised many by expressing an ownership…
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A’s Bid Farewell in Oakland Finale
Oakland — If you paused for a moment of reflection, you weren’t alone. For the first time in decades, a sold-out ballpark came together to bid farewell to a team that had called the Coliseum home for fifty-six years. It was an emotional day, filled with fans sharing memories of watching the Oakland A’s play…
Oakland players Reflect on Their memories with the A’s
Oakland – Marcus Jensen, the Quality Control Coach for the Oakland A’s, has been with the organization for nine seasons. A former player himself, Jensen began his coaching career in 2009 within the A’s minor league system. After the 2014 season, the former catcher was promoted to hitting coach for Oakland. Reflecting on his roots…
The A’s walk-off win is a perfect ending for the final series in Oakland
Oakland – The Oakland A’s walked it off in the final game of the last series played at the Coliseum, with Jacob Wilson recording his first career walk-off in true A’s fashion. In the opening game of the series against the Texas Rangers, Oakland secured a 5-4 victory in what would become a memorable night….
Melvin takes in Final Bay Bridge Series as Giants Manager
Oakland — Giants manager Bob Melvin has a wealth of memories tied to the Oakland Coliseum, the same venue he grew up with. However, one memory stands out prominently. “It was ‘The Who and the Dead,’” Melvin recalled before Sunday’s game. “Both legendary rock bands, The Who and The Grateful Dead performed at the Coliseum…
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Snell sharp in Bay Bridge series, Encarnacion shines as Giants split series
Oakland – Blake Snell had a stellar performance in the finale of the Bay Bridge Series on Sunday in Oakland, delivering seven strong innings. Despite his efforts, the San Francisco Giants lineup struggled to produce runs until Jemar Encarnacion’s clutch performance in the 10th inning. Encarnacion provided the game’s heroics, blasting a two-run home run…
Birdsong shows improvement, Giants bats stay quiet as A’s win Bay Bridge Series
Oakland – The San Francisco Giants traveled across the Bay Bridge for the final Bay Bridge Series before the Oakland Athletics move north to Sacramento next season. Unfortunately, the Giants forgot to bring their bats. “They pitched well,” Giants manager Bob Melvin said. “We had some opportunities, but we didn’t come through. That was the…
Braves beat Giants 1-0 after pitching duel
San Francisco – Blake Snell and Chris Sale delivered a stellar performance, that lasted nine innings, with both pitchers leaving fans on the edge of their seats waiting for a run to be scored. The Atlanta Braves managed to score the only run in extra innings, securing a 1-0 victory over the Giants. On August…
Giants sweep Rockies, Hicks scratched from starting lineup
San Francisco – Jordan Hicks was expected to start the San Francisco Giants series finale against the Colorado Rockies Sunday afternoon. But according to manager Bob Melvin, he was expected to make his way to the bullpen. Melvin sent Hicks to the pen for Sunday’s matinee. That didn’t change the Giant’s string of luck, they…
Spencer Bivins is taking it all in with the Giants
San Francisco – Spencer Bivens is trying to do his best. His performance today in the Giants’ 10-4 win over the Los Angeles Dodgers, was a glimpse into what he can do. With a runner on second in the third inning, Bivens struck out Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani to end the inning. For the encore?…