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Ex-SF Giants icon and Cardinals reserve Brandon Crawford saw plenty of games in Oakland as a youth
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How are former Giants doing and would they have helped S.F. in 2024?: Former Giants Sean Manaea, Joey Bart and J.D. Davis are among those who left and found new ...
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Why Giants made right call in not bringing back Brandon Crawford: As Brandon Crawford returns to the Bay Area to face the A’s with the Cardinals ...
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Brandon Crawford says he was ‘not wanted back’ by SF Giants: Crawford told The Athletic that he offered to step back into a reserve role, play multiple positions ...
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Quick Glance: Brandon Crawford Departs SF Giants
- Former San Francisco Giants shortstop Brandon Crawford revealed in an interview with The Athletic that despite his desire to stay, play different positions, and mentor Marco Luciano, he was turned down by team president Farhan Zaidi.
- Following Crawford's standout 2021 season, Zaidi extended his contract for two years. However, Crawford struggled with injuries and posted a .216/.293/.332 batting line over the past two seasons, 24% below the league average OPS.
- On the final day of the season, Luciano was substituted in for Crawford, who left the field to cheers. Crawford remained open to playing another season but Zaidi felt he was too influential in the organization to take on a reduced role.
- Zaidi explained that Crawford's stature in the team made it challenging for him to be a mentor from the bench, impacting the development of younger players. Despite Crawford's willingness to contribute, the Giants opted not to match the Cardinals' offer.
Diamondbacks veteran was 'blindsided' getting cut before Arizona's World Series run
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Giants icon Brandon Crawford’s S.F. fairytale ends with Cardinals deal: Brandon Crawford wanted nothing more than to play for the San Francisco Giants ...
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SF Giants fans pine for Renel Brooks-Moon and Brandon Crawford during home opener
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How Giants’ Brandon Crawford succession plan at shortstop got shaken: Brandon Crawford’s streak of Opening Days as the San Francisco Giants' shortstop will end ...
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Paid articlePaid Giants’ J.D. Davis placed on waivers. If he clears, it’s complicated: With Matt Chapman’s addition to the San Francisco Giants roster, the team placed infielder ...
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Cardinals fall to the Astros, see signs of progress with Sonny Gray and Brandon Crawford
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Cardinals' plans for a stable outfield alignment put on hold by latest injury to Lars Nootbaar
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Giants’ Zaidi gets the W, but Melvin’s part in Chapman deal was key: The San Francisco Giants’ signing of free agent Matt Chapman was completed by Farhan Zaidi ...
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Paid articlePaidQuick Glance: Giants, Matt Chapman Agree to 3-Year Deal
- Chapman ranked as the eighth-best free agent on The Athletic’s Top 40 Big Board and the top third baseman on the market.
- Third baseman Matt Chapman has agreed to a three-year, $54 million deal with the Giants, including opt-outs after the first two seasons.
- Since his debut in 2017, Chapman has won four American League Gold Glove Awards and two Platinum Gloves. Scouts praise his reflexes and elite throwing arm.
- Chapman's offensive performance has been inconsistent, but he remains an above-average hitter with a 109 OPS+ since 2020.
Pablo Sandoval rejoins Giants: ‘I came here to fight for a spot’: The San Francisco Giants on Monday welcomed back the ever-popular Pablo Sandoval ...
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Paid articlePaid How rookie shortstop Masyn Winn is preparing to play his part in the Cardinals' offense
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Prospect Tink Hence stays 'in control' despite shuffled pitching plans: Cardinals Extra
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History, hierarchy, horse-trading: How Giants get their jersey numbers: Keeping up with the San Francisco Giants’ jersey numbers merry-go-round can be difficult ...
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Transactions we missed: Dodgers resign Kershaw, Giants pursue Panda's vibes & Nationals' troubling sign
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Giants add veteran SS Nick Ahmed to infield, closing door on Crawford: The San Francisco Giants signed shortstop Nick Ahmed to a minor-league contract as a ...
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Paid articlePaid Positives from Giants’ first workout for top duo Logan Webb, Alex Cobb: The San Francisco Giants rotation is good shape with top-two Logan Webb and Alex Cobb ...
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Paid articlePaid Buster Posey takes big swings at Pebble Beach; will Giants take a few?: Former S.F. Giants catcher Buster Posey, now part of the ownership group ...
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Giants notes: What lies ahead for Brandon Belt and Brandon Crawford?: Belt appears close to signing with a team, while Crawford is still weighing his options ...
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Paid articlePaid Former Giants Crawford, Belt consider options in slow MLB free-agent market: What’s next in the careers of former San Francisco Giants All-Star infielders ...
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Angels 2024 spring training position preview: Infielders: Third baseman Anthony Rendon has missed much of the past three seasons with injuries ...
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Brandon Crawford’s agent says former Giants shortstop hopes to play in 2024: Shortstop Brandon Crawford, whose career with the San Francisco Giants seems to be ...
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Photos: San Francisco Giants Brandon Crawford receives multiple ovations from fans during last game of the season
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Quick Glance: Brandon Crawford's Kids Throw First Pitch on Important Day for Giants Star
- Sunday will revolve around longtime San Francisco Giants shortstop Brandon Crawford, who may or may not be playing in his final game in orange and black.
- Crawford has never truly enjoyed being in the spotlight.
- He will not make any decisions until the offseason, after taking some time to decompress.
- This means that everyone will treat the Giants' final game as a tribute to Crawford, and he is starting to warm up to the idea, especially now that his four children, Braylyn, Jaydyn, Braxton, and Bryson, will throw out the first pitches.
Gabe Kapler on Giants firing: ‘Didn’t win enough to satisfy me, fans’: The San Francisco Giants fired Gabe Kapler, the 2021 NL Manager of the Year ...
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Quick Glance: SF Giants fire Gabe Kapler after 4 seasons
- Gabe Kapler was fired following a spectacular September collapse, despite recently earning the endorsement of the club's chairman.
- Manager Farhan Zaidi recommended Kapler's firing, which was approved by ownership.
- Kapler led the team through the 2020 pandemic and achieved a franchise-record 107 wins and a postseason berth in 2021.
- The Giants have only made the playoffs and finished with a winning record under Kapler during Zaidi's five-year tenure.
Giants’ Brandon Crawford injured in what might be his last game for SF: Gabe Kapler said Brandon Crawford might go on the IL. With the San Francisco Giants ...
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Giants' Brandon Crawford not yet ready to decide on his future: San Francisco Giants shortstop Brandon Crawford is not yet ready to make a decision whether to ...
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SF Giants announce two players added to September roster: The Giants considered calling up Joey Bart but opted to activate Brandon Crawford and call up Keaton ...
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With Brandon Crawford ‘grinding’, SF Giants call up hot-hitting Casey Schmitt from Triple-A
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Ex-Giants manager Bochy back in S.F. for first time as Rangers skipper: Former San Francisco Giants manager Bruce Bochy returns to Oracle Park this weekend for ...
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SF Giants activate Crawford, have plans for top prospect Luciano: SF Giants activate Brandon Crawford, option Brett Wisely, have plans for Marco Luciano
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Quick Glance: SF Giants activate Crawford, plan for young talent Luciano
- Crawford participates in live batting practice and can perform all baseball activities without restrictions.
- Luciano is starting against Boston.
- According to Kapler, Luciano has primarily been trained as a shortstop, but also practiced at second base during spring training.
- Luciano stated through a Spanish translator that he plays hard every day and is willing to play any position.
Taylor Swift-themed SF Giants game brings out all the hits: SF Giants players had walk-up songs changed to Taylor Swift's top hits during Saturday's ...
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SF Giants’ Crawford, Flores out of lineup for series finale vs. Diamondbacks: Brandon Crawford injured his pinky during Wednesday's triple ...
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SF Giants: When Kyle Harrison will make his next start; Brandon Crawford update: Kyle Harrison will oppose NL Cy Young front-runner Blake Snell on Saturday in ...
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Giants sign veteran shortstop Paul DeJong to shore up infield: The San Francisco Giants made a move to shore up shortstop with Brandon Crawford on the IL a third ...
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SF Giants’ shortstops have been among worst in MLB. Can Paul DeJong provide the ‘stability’ they need?
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Giants provide no fireworks on the 4th, fall 6-0 to Mariners: The San Francisco Giants' slump at the plate continued as they were blanked by the Mariners' Logan ...
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Without manager Gabe Kapler, SF Giants continue lifeless play in loss to Braves: Giants shut out on 2 hits and don't come close to beating Braves ...
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A Giants fan growing up, Alameda's Woo shines in Seattle's win: Bryan Woo, a San Francisco Giants fan who grew up in Alameda, matched Logan Webb pitch for pitch ...
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Quick Glance: Woo Shines in Seattle's Victory
- Bryan Woo, a fan of the San Francisco Giants who grew up in Alameda, engaged in an exciting duel with Logan Webb as the Seattle Mariners emerged victorious with a 6-5 win.
- In his debut at Oracle Park on Monday night, Seattle Mariners starting pitcher Bryan Woo eagerly anticipated facing Brandon Crawford.
- Woo was a fan of the San Francisco Giants during their championship era.
- The promising young player impressed in six innings against his childhood idol, contributing to the Mariners' 6-5 win over the Giants.
Julio Rodríguez delivers in 4-run 9th against All-Star closer Camilo Doval as Mariners beat Giants 6-5
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Brandon Crawford, SF Giants look forward to Bruce Bochy’s Oracle Park return: Former SF Giants manager Bruce Bochy, who won three World Series with the team ...
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SF Giants pitching prospect shut down with elbow soreness: Keaton Winn was scratched from his start with elbow soreness, will meet with Giants doctor Saturday.
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Giants shortstop Brandon Crawford dreaded having to deal with nagging knee injuries, but that’s his reality right now, on the IL with left knee inflammation. Show more
With positive injury developments, SF Giants confident offensive struggles nearing an end
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Amid Giants' hitting slump, Kapler find hope in players on the mend: Despite the San Francisco Giants' 6-game losing streak, Gabe Kapler was encouraged by ...
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MLB trade deadline: SF Giants’ Zaidi making ‘2-3 calls’ per day to keep ‘seat at the table’
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Top MLB rookies take center stage as Cincinnati Reds open key stretch vs. Diamondbacks
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Paid articlePaid Meet the Giants’ third MLB All-Star: Trainer Anthony Reyes: San Francisco Giants trainer Anthony Reyes is in Seattle after being chosen to serve as the National ...
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What will SF Giants do during All-Star break? The Rogers twins are going golfing: Messages on how Giants players should handle time off during the All-Star break ...
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The Giants had tied it on Brandon Crawford’s homer, only for Colorado to answer with a three-run shot off Tyler Rogers to beat San Francisco 5-2 on Friday. Show more
SF Giants: The inside story of Brandon Crawford’s long-awaited debut on the mound
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Brandon Crawford delivers in a pinch, Giants rally to sweep Rockies: Brandon Crawford's pinch-hit RBI double in the ninth inning tied the game as the San ...
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Giants’ LaMonte Wade Jr. delivers Splash Hit No. 100: LaMonte Wade Jr. led off Friday’s game for the San Francisco Giants with a home run into McCovey Cove ...
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Giants' Camilo Doval, Brandon Crawford honored Friday: Camilo Doval’s dominant May earned him NL Reliever of the Month honors, and shortstop Brandon Crawford ...
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How Giants’ standout rookies are jolting the clubhouse back to life: Casey Schmitt, Patrick Bailey and Blake Sabol are among a group of rookies key to the San ...
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Buster Posey reflects on Giants' past, future on eve of BASHOF honor: Former San Francisco Giants catcher Buster Posey will join the Bay Area Sports Hall of Fame ...
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Giants' roller-coaster ride gives fans few hints what to expect: Are the San Francisco Giants doomed to a maddening inconsistency this season? Even that might be ...
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SF Giants: Brandon Crawford sits again as Casey Schmitt makes second straight start at short
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