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Belt wins ‘Final Vote’ to make N.L. All-Star roster
The Giants will send a fourth player to the All-Star Game in San Diego on Tuesday as first baseman Brandon Belt beat out four other National League players to win the ‘Final Vote.’ Belt topped Starling Marte, Trevor Story, Jake Lamb and Ryan Braun to earn his first career trip to the All-Star Game. As…
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Kuip talks with Murph & Mac about dominant Cueto, All-Star voting process
Giants play-by-play voice Duane Kuiper joined Murph & Mac on KNBR to talk about Johnny Cueto’s outstanding first half and share his thoughts on the All-Star Game voting process.
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Examining five relief options in the trade market
Through 87 games, there’s no question where the Giants’ greatest weakness lies. The bullpen has struggled to the tune of 17 blown saves, tied with the Reds for the most in baseball. This doesn’t fall solely on Santiago Casilla. A blown save can occur anytime a reliever yields the lead after the fifth inning. Because…
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‘The Brandons’ team up for ridiculous new Giants promo video
The push for the All Star Game Final vote has officially begun and the Giants are determined to get Brandon Belt to the Midsummer Classic. After it was announced Tuesday that Belt would be one of the Final Vote candidates, the Giants made sure every fan knew how to vote for their first baseman. On…
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Chris Rose: All-Star Game voting will always leave at least one fan base upset
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.
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Cueto rounds out spectacular first half with CG
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…
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Cueto, Posey help Giants take series from Rockies
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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Pregame notes: Giants lose Cory Gearrin to DL
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…
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Bochy: ‘We’re trying to get this thing sorted out’
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…
