San Francisco Giants News

Intentional Talk host Chris Rose joined Murph & Mac on KNBR Thursday morning to discuss the MLB All-Star Game roster selections, including the omission of Brandon Crawford, and offer his opinion on if the fans got the voting right. He also talked about Johnny Cueto and why fans shouldn’t be surprised with his success.

SAN FRANCISCO — It had been 43 days since Johnny Cueto last threw a complete game. It came against the Padres, just like his other two have, but Cueto he was overdue to record all 27 outs in a start. So on Tuesday, Cueto confided in Santiago Casilla, the backbone of a troubled bullpen. He […]

SAN FRANCISCO — The Giants (54-33) rode Johnny Cueto for all 27 outs Wednesday night, and beat the Rockies (38-46), 5-1. Here’s how the game unfolded. MORE: Cueto rounds out spectacular first half with complete game The big moment Cueto emerged from the Giants dugout to a thunderous ovation as the top of the ninth inning was […]

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SAN FRANCISCO — Cory Gearrin threw one hanging slider too many to Nolan Arenado, and got burned for more than just a three-run home run. The right-hander landed on the disabled list Wednesday afternoon with a right shoulder strain, an injury that had been nagging at him for a little while. “It was affecting his […]

SAN FRANCISCO — Not long from now, Bruce Bochy will gather with pitching coach Dave Righetti and bullpen coach Mark Gardner. They might even bring in a reliever or two, and collectively they’ll address a growing eyesore attached to a team tied for the most wins in baseball. The bullpen pieced together another letdown, allowing […]

SAN FRANCISCO — After six strong from Madison Bumgarner (9-4, 2.09 ERA), the Giants (53-33) bullpen failed to do its job again. All seven Rockies (38-45) runs scored after the Giants ace departed, and Colorado cruised to a 7-3 win. MORE: Bochy on bullpen: ‘We’re trying to get this thing sorted out’ Here’s how Tuesday night […]