http://mlb.mlb.com/news/index.jsp?c_id=sf&partnerId=rss_sf San Francisco Giants News http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20080807&content_id=3268862&vkey=news_sf&fext=.jsp&c_id=sf&partnerId=rss_sf Thu, 07 Aug 2008 14:41:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20080807&content_id=3268862&vkey=news_sf&fext=.jsp&c_id=sf&partnerId=rss_sf One year later: Remembering Bonds A year ago Thursday, Alex Hinshaw was sitting on a couch in his apartment, relaxing and watching a baseball game. David Biderman http://mlb.mlb.com/news/gameday_recap.jsp?ymd=20080806&content_id=3264285&vkey=recap&fext=.jsp&c_id=sf&partnerId=rss_sf Wed, 06 Aug 2008 20:10:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/gameday_recap.jsp?ymd=20080806&content_id=3264285&vkey=recap&fext=.jsp&c_id=sf&partnerId=rss_sf Lincecum leads Giants to series win With eight innings of two-run ball, Tim Lincecum led the Giants to a 3-2 win against the Braves at AT&T Park, his 12th victory of the year and San Francisco's fourth in its past six games. David Biderman http://mlb.mlb.com/pa/news/article.jsp?ymd=20080806&content_id=3263753&vkey=mlbpa_news&fext=.jsp&partnerId=rss_sf Thu, 07 Aug 2008 20:11:39 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/pa/news/article.jsp?ymd=20080806&content_id=3263753&vkey=mlbpa_news&fext=.jsp&partnerId=rss_sf http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20080806&content_id=3265425&vkey=news_sf&fext=.jsp&c_id=sf&partnerId=rss_sf Wed, 06 Aug 2008 20:25:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20080806&content_id=3265425&vkey=news_sf&fext=.jsp&c_id=sf&partnerId=rss_sf Zito showing signs of improvement If there's some new mechanical adjustment Barry Zito made before he threw eight shutout innings in his last start, he's not saying. The past two years haven't been kind to the Giants' $126-million man, but there have been signs of improvement during the past month. David Biderman http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20080806&content_id=3264364&vkey=news_sf&fext=.jsp&c_id=sf&partnerId=rss_sf Wed, 06 Aug 2008 17:30:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20080806&content_id=3264364&vkey=news_sf&fext=.jsp&c_id=sf&partnerId=rss_sf Giants come to terms with Gillaspie With the Aug. 15 signing deadline less than two weeks away, the Giants announced on Wednesday that they had come to terms with their 2008 supplemental-round Draft pick, third baseman Conor Gillaspie. David Biderman http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20080806&content_id=3263769&vkey=news_sf&fext=.jsp&c_id=sf&partnerId=rss_sf Wed, 06 Aug 2008 15:40:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20080806&content_id=3263769&vkey=news_sf&fext=.jsp&c_id=sf&partnerId=rss_sf Yabu, Sadler return to Giants' bullpen After allowing eight combined runs in Tuesday's loss, Osiris Matos and Sergio Romo were packing their bags before Wednesday's game. Matos was optioned to Fresno and Romo was designated for assignment. David Biderman http://mlb.mlb.com/news/gameday_recap.jsp?ymd=20080805&content_id=3258013&vkey=recap&fext=.jsp&c_id=sf&partnerId=rss_sf Wed, 06 Aug 2008 02:35:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/gameday_recap.jsp?ymd=20080805&content_id=3258013&vkey=recap&fext=.jsp&c_id=sf&partnerId=rss_sf Sanchez better, but loses to Braves Jonathan Sanchez's best start since early July wasn't enough to get the Giants a victory Tuesday night against the Braves. After tossing four scoreless innings, Sanchez ran out of gas in the fifth, allowing three runs en route to San Francisco's 11-4 loss. David Biderman http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20080805&content_id=3258085&vkey=news_sf&fext=.jsp&c_id=sf&partnerId=rss_sf Wed, 06 Aug 2008 01:44:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20080805&content_id=3258085&vkey=news_sf&fext=.jsp&c_id=sf&partnerId=rss_sf Burriss relishing increased playing time The dog days of summer haven't dogged Emmanuel Burriss one bit. After rarely starting during the first few months of the season, the rookie infielder is finally getting consistent playing time as part of the Giants' newly installed youth movement. David Biderman http://bengiemolina.mlblogs.com?partnerId=rss_sf Thu, 19 Jun 2008 20:16:42 EDT http://bengiemolina.mlblogs.com?partnerId=rss_sf http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20080805&content_id=3259288&vkey=news_sf&fext=.jsp&c_id=sf&partnerId=rss_sf Tue, 05 Aug 2008 21:57:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20080805&content_id=3259288&vkey=news_sf&fext=.jsp&c_id=sf&partnerId=rss_sf Valdez could throw off mound soon Before Tuesday's game, manager Bruce Bochy delivered a bit of good news, saying injured reliever Merkin Valdez might throw off a mound in "a couple days" after recently playing toss and not feeling pain. David Biderman http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20080805&content_id=3258238&vkey=news_sf&fext=.jsp&c_id=sf&partnerId=rss_sf Tue, 05 Aug 2008 20:51:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20080805&content_id=3258238&vkey=news_sf&fext=.jsp&c_id=sf&partnerId=rss_sf Mets may be eyeing Giants' Aurilia A source said the Mets, losers of four straight entering Tuesday night, were interested in acquiring veteran infielder Rich Aurilia from the Giants to use as a right-handed batter off the bench. David Biderman http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20080805&content_id=3256670&vkey=news_sf&fext=.jsp&c_id=sf&partnerId=rss_sf Tue, 05 Aug 2008 13:50:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20080805&content_id=3256670&vkey=news_sf&fext=.jsp&c_id=sf&partnerId=rss_sf Giants invite Bonds to fete of outfielders As part of their 50th anniversary in San Francisco, the Giants have been celebrating past players this season. The club will honor former outfielders in a pregame luncheon and on-field celebration on Saturday, and, yes, Barry Bonds was invited. David Biderman http://mlb.mlb.com/news/gameday_recap.jsp?ymd=20080804&content_id=3254187&vkey=recap&fext=.jsp&c_id=sf&partnerId=rss_sf Tue, 05 Aug 2008 02:35:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/gameday_recap.jsp?ymd=20080804&content_id=3254187&vkey=recap&fext=.jsp&c_id=sf&partnerId=rss_sf Cain's solid effort leads Giants to victory He wasn't nearly as efficient as he'd been in his past two starts, but Matt Cain did enough Monday night to lead the Giants to a 4-2 win over the Braves at AT&T Park. David Biderman http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20080805&content_id=3255826&vkey=news_sf&fext=.jsp&c_id=sf&partnerId=rss_sf Tue, 05 Aug 2008 02:44:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20080805&content_id=3255826&vkey=news_sf&fext=.jsp&c_id=sf&partnerId=rss_sf Sanchez out to rebound from bad month Following a brilliant June, Jonathan Sanchez has three losses and an 8.57 ERA since July 4, but he has a chance to break his funk when he pitches the second game of a three-day set against the Braves. David Biderman http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20080804&content_id=3253591&vkey=news_sf&fext=.jsp&c_id=sf&partnerId=rss_sf Mon, 04 Aug 2008 21:58:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20080804&content_id=3253591&vkey=news_sf&fext=.jsp&c_id=sf&partnerId=rss_sf Giants may have inked high Draft pick A Wichita-based NBC news affiliate reported Monday that the Giants' supplemental-round Draft pick, Conor Gillaspie, agreed to sign a pro contract with San Francisco that includes a $975,000 signing bonus along with other undisclosed incentives. David Biderman http://mlb.mlb.com/news/gameday_recap.jsp?ymd=20080803&content_id=3249224&vkey=recap&fext=.jsp&c_id=sf&partnerId=rss_sf Sun, 03 Aug 2008 20:49:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/gameday_recap.jsp?ymd=20080803&content_id=3249224&vkey=recap&fext=.jsp&c_id=sf&partnerId=rss_sf Correia outdueled in loss to Padres The San Francisco Giants fell to the San Diego Padres, 4-1, on Sunday at PETCO Park. Giants starter Kevin Correia had a solid outing, allowing two runs on three hits while walking four and striking out two in 6 1/3 innings, but Padres starter Greg Maddux was a little better. Ronald P. Clark http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20080803&content_id=3250484&vkey=news_sf&fext=.jsp&c_id=sf&partnerId=rss_sf Sun, 03 Aug 2008 21:34:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20080803&content_id=3250484&vkey=news_sf&fext=.jsp&c_id=sf&partnerId=rss_sf Giants bring youth movement home The Giants have entered a youth movement as the season hits the August and September months where youngsters like Emmanuel Burriss and Ivan Ochoa will see more playing time. As they continue through a difficult season, the Giants will take advantage of the remainder of the schedule and evaluate the young talent on the team to see what the future holds once this season is over. Ronald P. Clark http://mlb.mlb.com/news/gameday_recap.jsp?ymd=20080802&content_id=3242243&vkey=recap&fext=.jsp&c_id=sf&partnerId=rss_sf Sun, 03 Aug 2008 01:54:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/gameday_recap.jsp?ymd=20080802&content_id=3242243&vkey=recap&fext=.jsp&c_id=sf&partnerId=rss_sf Zito masterful in beating Padres Barry Zito pitched eight shutout innings, and Bengie Molina singled home Fred Lewis in the seventh inning for the go-ahead run, as the Giants beat the Padres, 2-0, on Saturday. Zito allowed three hits in winning his sixth game of the year. Ronald P. Clark http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20080802&content_id=3242256&vkey=news_sf&fext=.jsp&c_id=sf&partnerId=rss_sf Sun, 03 Aug 2008 02:50:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20080802&content_id=3242256&vkey=news_sf&fext=.jsp&c_id=sf&partnerId=rss_sf Giants look for sweep of Padres The Giants are 7-3 against San Diego this season, and look to continue that dominance as they go for a sweep of a three-game series on Sunday at PETCO Park. Right-hander Kevin Correia will take the mound seeking his second straight victory. Ronald P. Clark http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20080802&content_id=3242244&vkey=news_sf&fext=.jsp&c_id=sf&partnerId=rss_sf Sat, 02 Aug 2008 22:59:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20080802&content_id=3242244&vkey=news_sf&fext=.jsp&c_id=sf&partnerId=rss_sf Romo's first big league win special Giants rookie right-hander Sergio Romo earned his first Major League win Friday against the Padres, a victory that was extra special because he got it in front of plenty of family and friends in San Diego. Ronald P. Clark http://mlb.mlb.com/news/gameday_recap.jsp?ymd=20080801&content_id=3236633&vkey=recap&fext=.jsp&c_id=sf&partnerId=rss_sf Sat, 02 Aug 2008 03:12:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/gameday_recap.jsp?ymd=20080801&content_id=3236633&vkey=recap&fext=.jsp&c_id=sf&partnerId=rss_sf Velez double in 10th wins it for Giants Eugenio Velez's pinch-hit, RBI double off Trevor Hoffman broke a 10th-inning tie and lifted the Giants to a 3-2 victory Friday night over the San Diego Padres. Tim Lincecum (pictured) went seven strong innings and got a no-decision. Chris Haft http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20080802&content_id=3239862&vkey=news_sf&fext=.jsp&c_id=sf&partnerId=rss_sf Sat, 02 Aug 2008 02:10:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20080802&content_id=3239862&vkey=news_sf&fext=.jsp&c_id=sf&partnerId=rss_sf Lewis enjoying new challenges Fred Lewis will be starting from scratch in more ways than one Saturday night when he and the Giants confront San Diego Padres ace Jake Peavy. Chris Haft http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20080801&content_id=3237181&vkey=news_sf&fext=.jsp&c_id=sf&partnerId=rss_sf Fri, 01 Aug 2008 23:32:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20080801&content_id=3237181&vkey=news_sf&fext=.jsp&c_id=sf&partnerId=rss_sf Giants committing to youth movement The Giants are committed to developing youths like Emmanuel Burriss and Ivan Ochoa. Veterans Omar Vizquel (pictured) and Rich Aurilia were calm about having their playing time reduced. Chris Haft http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20080731&content_id=3232000&vkey=news_sf&fext=.jsp&c_id=sf&partnerId=rss_sf Thu, 31 Jul 2008 18:44:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20080731&content_id=3232000&vkey=news_sf&fext=.jsp&c_id=sf&partnerId=rss_sf Giants make no trades before Deadline Rather than dwell on players he couldn't obtain as Thursday's Trade Deadline passed, Giants general manager Brian Sabean focused on the players the club still has, particularly the younger ones. Chris Haft http://mlb.mlb.com/news/gameday_recap.jsp?ymd=20080730&content_id=3226950&vkey=recap&fext=.jsp&c_id=sf&partnerId=rss_sf Thu, 31 Jul 2008 02:19:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/gameday_recap.jsp?ymd=20080730&content_id=3226950&vkey=recap&fext=.jsp&c_id=sf&partnerId=rss_sf Giants muffled in loss to Dodgers Jonathan Sanchez endured another abbreviated outing and absorbed the decision in the Giants' 4-0 loss Wednesday to the Los Angeles Dodgers. Chris Haft http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20080730&content_id=3226972&vkey=news_sf&fext=.jsp&c_id=sf&partnerId=rss_sf Thu, 31 Jul 2008 03:33:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20080730&content_id=3226972&vkey=news_sf&fext=.jsp&c_id=sf&partnerId=rss_sf Lincecum brings dominance vs. Padres Tim Lincecum's past performances against the Padres give the Giants, who have lost five of their last six games, a source of optimism. He owns a 1-1 record in five career outings against San Diego, but his ERA is a sparkling 1.38. This year, he's 1-0 with an 0.93 ERA in three starts. Chris Haft