Athletics vs. San Francisco Giants - August 18, 2024

The Giants won’t lose 100+ games… right?Your best source for quality San Francisco Giants news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

Mike Krukow gives Logan Webb, SF Giants a wake-up call ahead of trade deadlineLogan Webb has seemed like the only untouchable in SF Giants trade talks but broadcaster Mike Krukow thinks otherwise.

SF Giants agree to significant bonus with 2026 12th-round pickThe SF Giants have locked up many of their picks from this year's draft. This includes 12th-round pick Josiah Kemp, who agreed to a $400,000 signing bonus to be

SF Giants Videos: Watch the Giants play Immaculate GridThe Giants’ social media team challenged Giants players to a round of Immaculate Grid.

Where does SF Giants top pick rank in Baseball America's updated top-100 prospect listFollowing the MLB draft, Baseball America updated its top-100 prospect list to account for new entrants into the conversation. SF Giants top pick Jackson Flora

The phantom pushA strange call in the 7th sent the Giants tumbling over the edge.

Giants Reacts Survey: Will the Giants extend Bryce Eldridge?Is there an extension in the works?

SF Giants may be forced to offload big contracts in the most painful way possibleIf the SF Giants want to get rid of their bad contracts, they may be forced to part with good players in the process.

Athletics vs. Diamondbacks (07/22/2026)

Full highlights from Arizona Diamondbacks' 15-5 win vs. Oakland Athletics 🎥

Jackson Flora may give SF Giants an excuse to repeat the same free agency blunderThe SF Giants selected the best college arm in the draft in Jackson Flora which gives the front office an excuse to be cheap on pitching again.

Giants vs. Royals (07/22/2026)

Full highlights from Kansas City Royals' 5-4 win vs. San Francisco Giants 🎥

Minor League roundup, July 21: Josuar González heats back upYesterday on the farm.

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SF Giants-Rangers mock trade would deny Luis Arraez his one trade deadline wishA recent mock trade would send SF Giants second baseman Luis Arraez to the Texas Rangers but that would deny Arraez his one trade wish.

At least the SF Giants are making the trade deadline direction easy for the front officeThe SF Giants have returned from the All-Star Break by dropping three out of four games, including two walk-off losses. It looks like there will be no last-minu

Every Contender's Ideal Deadline Trade 🔄Cooking up deals for every playoff hopeful ahead of Aug. 3 ➡️

Francisco Lindor Landing Spots 🎯8 wild trade ideas for the Mets star shortstop ➡️

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Inexplicable process, predictable resultThe Giants used their bench, but then forgot to use their bench.

OAK at ARI Game Highlights

Arizona Diamondbacks vs. Oakland Athletics - 07/21/2026

Jacob Wilson Game-Tying HR 🥶

A's star clutches up in 9th down to their last out

SF at KAN Game Highlights

Kansas City Royals vs. San Francisco Giants - 07/21/2026

Complete list of SF Giants trade candidates as team limps into trade deadlineThe SF Giants cannot be too sacred with their roster heading into the trade deadline which is why almost everyone will be up for grabs.

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Cincinnati Reds have strikeout legend in Eugenio SuarezEugenio Suarez continues to climb all-time strikeouts list

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Giants place Trevor McDonald on 15-Day IL, call up Tristan BeckAn obvious move after Monday’s game.

MLBPA's New Draft Proposal 📝Players Association proposes eligibility expansion and preserving current system amid CBA talks 📲

Why Bryce Eldridge has a real case for National League Rookie of the YearBryce Eldridge has quickly become a Giants cornerstone. Here’s why his power, patience and consistency make him a legitimate NL Rookie of the Year contender.

A's INF Ruptures TesticleJoshua Kuroda-Grauer going on IL after exiting Monday's game vs. D-backs

5 SF Giants with the most to lose for the rest of this already lost seasonThe 2026 season is already lost for the SF Giants but these five players still have a lot to play for.

Bleacher Report•3d

8 Trade Deadline Predictions 🔮Calling our shot on Lindor, Skubal, more ahead of Aug. 3 ➡️

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Top Non-Rental Trade Targets 🎯Ranking Mason Miller, more players who could help beyond this year ➡️

SF Giants broadcaster gets honest about how Tony Vitello is lacking as managerSF Giants skipper Tony Vitello has had a rough first season on the job and broadcaster Dave Flemming was honest about an area of improvement.

MLB Trade Deadline Rumors 👂

🧐 Bo Bichette drama 🎯 New names on the move? 📳 LIVE with insider Jon Heyman

SF Giants seem ready to close a trade deadline door that Luis Arraez openedSF Giants second baseman Luis Arraez has said he's open to a contract extension but it does not seem the Giants are on the same page.

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Elephant Rumblings: A’s Ink All Top 10 Draft PicksMLB news roundup

Justin Verlander's curt reaction to absurd Buster Posey Hall of Fame question says it allBuster Posey's tenure as SF Giants president of baseball operations has not gone well, but it will not affect his chances at making the Hall of Fame. Justin Ver

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SF Giants Community: This is a Willy Adames appreciation postWilly Adames gave fans something to cheer for over the weekend, so he gets today’s appreciation post.

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A’s Beat Diamondbacks 5-2Great win, boys

Athletics vs. Diamondbacks (07/20/2026)

Full highlights from Oakland Athletics' 5-2 win vs. Arizona Diamondbacks 🎥

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A's Outright Joey MenesesThe Athletics run first baseman Joey Meneses through waivers after designating him for assignment over the weekend.

Giants vs. Royals (07/20/2026)

Full highlights from Kansas City Royals' 4-3 win vs. San Francisco Giants 🎥

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Minor League roundup, July 17-19: Delightful debuts!The weekend on the farm.

Aaron Judge health update puts SF Giants in a great position ahead of trade deadlineWith Aaron Judge's return date up in the air, the SF Giants could take advantage if the New York Yankees panic in searching for a replacement.

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Arráez Giants Future UnclearNo extension talks have been made amid trade rumors (Mercury News)

Starting Pitcher Market ⛽️

Insider Jon Heyman talks latest names that could be on the move

Proposed Giants-Mariners mock trade would give SF immediate Robbie Ray replacementThe SF Giants seem likely to trade Robbie Ray but in this proposed mock trade with the Seattle Mariners they'd get his replacement immediately.

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Giants-Royals Series Preview: When it all keeps going wrongThe Giants face a team that was recently performing much better than they were but are presently performing much worse!

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Hot Topic: Who Is The “Real Langeliers”?Your best source for quality Oakland Athletics news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

MLB Trade Deadline Buzz👂

👀 5 teams eyeing Skubal ⛽ More pitchers on the block 📳 LIVE with insider Jon Heyman

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Giants 2026 MLB Draft signings trackerAll the latest on the newest Giants.

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Updated Power Rankings 📊Where every team stands as trade deadline approaches ➡️

Nationals vs. Athletics (07/17/2026)

Full highlights from Washington Nationals' 23-4 win vs. Oakland Athletics 🎥

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Elephant Rumblings: Monday RoundupMLB Roundup

SF Giants sign top pitcher in 2026 MLB draft to an underslot dealThe SF Giants struck their first draft signing over the weekend. According to Jim Callis of MLB.Com, Jackson Flora signed with the Giants, earning a signing bon

SF Giants minor league notes: Isaiah Barkett's promotion, Jacob Bresnahan's strong summerThe SF Giants announced a wave of of promotions in the upper minors during the All-Star Break. However, this led to some movement in the lower minors as well, i

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Which series are Giants fans most interested in this week?It’s a full week of interleague play for the Giants this week. Which series are Giants fans most interested in?

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Predicting Top Cy Young Finishers 🔮Breaking down the top five candidates in the AL and NL ➡️

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A's Receiving Trade Interest In Their Major League OutfieldersCould the A's move an outfielder to obtain some much-needed pitching help? MLB Trade Rumors has the details.

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A’s Drop Series Finale to Nats 5-2Back to our losing ways

5 rising SF Giants minor leaguers who could make MLB debut by end of the seasonThe SF Giants made a number of promotions in the minors and there's a chance some young players could be called up to the big leagues soon.

Nationals vs. Athletics (07/19/2026)

Full highlights from Washington Nationals' 5-2 win vs. Oakland Athletics 🎥

Giants vs. Mariners (07/19/2026)

Full highlights from Seattle Mariners' 6-3 win vs. San Francisco Giants 🎥

3 relievers SF Giants would be foolish not to deal at the trade deadlineThe SF Giants' bullpen has been bad this year, but that does not mean they cannot sell off some individual pieces.

Reporters can't decide if SF Giants outfielder is untouchable or expendableSF Giants outfielder Jung Hoo Lee is having a solid season, but some reporters seem split on whether he is untouchable or expendable.

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MLB Teams About to Get Hot 🔥5 clubs primed for second-half surges after All-Star break 📲

One trait the SF Giants desperately need to target to upgrade the bullpen A good bullpen strikes out way more batters than they walk. If you have watched the SF Giants bullpen this season, you know by now that they do not have a good

SF Giants add former New York Mets reliever on a minors pactThe SF Giants bolstered bullpen depth in the upper minors. They signed former New York Mets reliever Alex Carrillo to a minor league deal and assigned him to Tr

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Mariners comeback follows strange 7th-inning tribute to local raccoonSF Giants blow late 3-0 lead to Seattle Mariners and it’s all a local raccoon’s fault

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A’s Snap Losing Streak in Style with Blowout 15–1 VictoryA’s Win at Last!

Nationals vs. Athletics (07/18/2026)

Full highlights from Oakland Athletics' 15-1 win vs. Washington Nationals 🎥

J-Rod Walks Off Giants 👋 (via @Mariners on X)

Mariners star calls game on SF in the 10th

Brief former SF Giants outfielder may have new career as Food Network starFormer SF Giants outfielder Mark Canha is apparently going after a food influencer career after a recent Food Network appearance.

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Cubs Acquiring Aaron CivaleChicago is receiving SP from A's in trade (ESPN)

SF Giants Injury Updates: IL stints could complicate team's trade deadline plansThe SF Giants gave some updates on their injured players and it's becoming clear the team's trade deadline plans could be impacted.

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Free Fall 2.0 Puts The Front Office At A CrossroadsYour best source for quality Oakland Athletics news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

3 trades Buster Posey can make to try to fix SF Giants' bullpen beyond 2026If the SF Giants want to feel better about the bullpen beyond 2026 then these three trades would bring in some promising young relievers.

Giants’ dominant win was more than a win. It was a second-half blueprintThe SF Giants’ 7-0 win over the Mariners showcased Bryce Eldridge, Landen Roupp and potential answers for the rotation, bullpen and catcher.

Rested and relaxedProbably not reborn though.

Many of SF Giants' top prospects headline wave of promotions in the upper minorsOn Friday, the SF Giants announced a wave of promotions in the upper minors. Gavin Kilen, Dakota Jordan, and Trevor Cohen are moving up to Double-A. Similarly,

SF Giants 2025 top pick earns California League Player of the Week, July 6-12The 2026 MLB draft is now in the rearview mirror, but a top 2025 SF Giants pick is quietly making a good impression. According to a team announcement, Lorenzo M

How are Giants fans feeling about the season thus far?With the All-Star break behind us, how are Giants fans feeling about the season so far? What do they think is next?

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Top 2027 MLB Draft Prospects 📈10 players to know heading into next year's event 📲

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A’s get pummeled by Nationals to start the second half, 23-4New additions arrive with mixed results

Giants vs. Mariners (07/17/2026)

Full highlights from San Francisco Giants' 7-0 win vs. Seattle Mariners 🎥

Nats Up 23-2 on A's 😦

Ties the second-most runs in franchise history

Adames Grand Slam 💪

Giants slugger makes it 7-0 against the Mariners

Giants activate Daniel Susac, designate Eric Haase for assignmentA trio of rookie catchers!

SF Giants now have to address puzzling MLB Draft decision at the trade deadlineThe SF Giants had a good MLB Draft according to many analysts, but one oversight they had should be addressed at the trade deadline.

Bold Predictions for 2nd Half 🔮

5 things that could happen before October

Egregious Dodgers giveaway tries to rewrite Giants history as its ownThe Los Angeles Dodgers have a new giveaway that Giants fans will hate as it tries to rewrite baseball history.

Series Preview: Maybe the Giants should trade for Luis Castillo?The Giants aren’t just playing out the string. They’re evaluating and retooling for 2027 or 2028.

Former MLB GM thinks Red Sox could bail out SF Giants in the most ironic wayThe SF Giants seem to be open to trading shortstop Willy Adames and one former MLB GM sees the Red Sox as a potential fit.

2nd-Half Bold Predictions 🔮Going out on a limb with every team post-All-Star break ➡️

What grade did the SF Giants get in the 2026 MLB draft?It will take years to determine how well the SF Giants did in this year's draft. That said, Josh Catlett of Just Baseball Media gave them an A+ grade, which was

Logan Webb doesn’t know who Paul McCartney isIs this a problem?

Baseball writer highlights what makes Eric Nachtsheim's fastball so uniqueThe SF Giants loaded up on pitching in the draft. This includes taking hard-throwing pitcher Eric Nachtsheim in the sixth round out of McNeese State University.

MLB Owners 'Prepared to Cancel Games'Players also 'willing' to lose play time amid salary cap debate (Passan)

SF Giants Videos: Heliot Ramos spills the beansHeliot Ramos sits down for a Q&A with the Giants social media team to discuss the important things: coffee and food!

Mason Miller Trade Packages 📦Breaking down what it might take to trade for the Padres ace reliever ➡️

SF Giants face a gauntlet before All-Star break based on 2027 scheduleSF Giants schedule begins and ends with Colorado Rockies

One neat trick SF Giants could use to get better prospects for Robbie Ray, Luis ArraezThe SF Giants seem very likely to trade Luis Arraez and Robbie Ray but there is a way they can get better prospects for them.

Giants at the trade deadline: 3 players I’d like to see them keepWith the trade deadline approaching, here are 3 players to keep in orange and black.

SF Giants 2027 schedule release reveals sad new NL West rival reality for teamThe SF Giants' 2027 schedule has been released and it reveals a sad new reality for the team and its main rivalry.

ESPN names three SF Giants as top trade targetsSF Giants’ Arraez, Lee, and Ray could move at MLB trade deadline

2027 MLB Schedule Drops 🗓️Next season to feature earliest Opening Day ever. More key dates here 📲

Buster Posey seems to have his mind made up on Tony Vitello's future with SF GiantsWhile the SF Giants have had a bad season and manager Tony Vitello has taken some heat, Buster Posey seems to approve of the job he's done.

Fun (?) stats from the first part of the seasonThe Giants can hit, but they can’t do much else. At least, that’s what the first part of the season told us.

Giants clear 40-man roster spot by sneaking reliever you didn't know they had through waiversThe Giants picked up a reliever a week and a half ago and they were just able to sneak him through waivers while opening a spot on the 40-man roster.

Thursday BP: Giants outright Eric CerantolaA small move.

Posey Hypes Jackson Flora ⛽

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Buster Posey on why they drafted RHP Jackson Flora: “I think the big thing with Jackson for us, is that we felt strongly that this was the best possible arm in the draft. Not only that, but a big, tall, lanky, athletic guy who seems to be on the uprise as well. It’s a guy who

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Buster Posey’s evaluation on Tony Vitello: “My frank evaluation is Tony and his staff are doing a really good job. You mentioned people want to grab articles and maybe they’ll say 'Buster says Tony’s staff is doing a great job and they’re 15 games under .500', but I get to be

Blogfather Saves The Day With Pearls Of Most Excellent AdviceYour best source for quality Oakland Athletics news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

What a pair of 2026 top picks will bring to the table for the SF GiantsThe SF Giants rounded out the first day of the draft by selecting Peyton Bonds and Carlos Martinez in the third and fourth rounds, respectively. What does each

Predicting Every Team's Trade Deadline Status 🔮Playing buyer or seller with all 30 clubs ahead of Aug. 3 ➡️

The one position the SF Giants did not target in the MLB draftThe SF Giants loaded up on pitching and added a handful of infielders in the 2026 MLB draft. However, they did not select a catcher. The Giants also did not se

Elephant Rumblings: A’s Shaking things up heading out of the All-star break.MLB Roundup

A's Call Up Tommy White

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The A's are calling up third baseman Tommy White, sources tell ESPN. White, a star at LSU and second-round pick in 2024, is hitting .303/.353/.465 with 10 home runs and 64 RBIs this season. The 23-year-old is expected to make his debut Friday against Washington.

3 absurdly aggressive trades SF Giants could make to improve 2027 rotationThe SF Giants figure to be sellers at the trade deadline, but maybe they can make some moves that would help the team next season.

Could any Giant factor into the awards races?With 66 games left, could some of the improving Giants become awards contenders?

2 SF Giants playoff heroes are heavily involved in training team's next generationThe SF Giants have a lot of promising young players in the farm system and two playoff legends are heavily involved with training the team's next generation.

SF Giants News: Hosting 2028 All-Star Game, Pride Night controversy continuesThe All-Star Game festivities are over but there were some important news nuggets that pertain to the SF Giants that came out in Philadelphia.

Logan Webb's All-Star nod made even less sense after Dave Roberts' usageSF Giants ace Logan Webb did not get the ball in the All-Star Game on Tuesday night which makes one wonder why he made the team in the first place.

MLB Trade Deadline Rumors 👂

👀 Top team for Skubal ⛽ Elite pitchers on the move 📳 LIVE with insider Jon Heyman

Bay Area's 2000s Mt. Rushmore 🤩See which Giants were among the Bay's top athletes of the century ➡️

Elephant Rumblings: A’s Midseason GradesMLB News Rumblings

AL Wins All-Star Game 😤American League pitches first shutout since 2013. Tap for top moments and reactions ➡️

Updated Top 100 Prospect Rankings 📊Reshuffling the best of who's next after the 2026 draft ➡️

What are Giants fans’ favorite All-Star Game memories?Another All-Star Game is in the books. What All-Star Game memories are Giants fans most fond of?

All-Stars Who Could Hit Trade Block 🔄Adley Rutschman, more ASG reps who might move ahead of Aug. 3 ➡️

The American League takes the Midsummer Classic 4-0 in the ‘City of Brotherly Love’American League dominance continues

Luis Arraez became everything the Giants hoped he would be — and now they may have to trade himLuis Arraez has become the complete player the Giants hoped for, but they still might have to trade him.

Logan Webb may subtly hint at SF Giants trade preference with social media changeSF Giants ace Logan Webb probably won't be traded, but a recent profile picture change on social media will only fuel speculation.

All-Star Game Break Down ✍️Extra-inning rules, swing-off batters and more ahead of game 📲

Scott Boras has bad news for SF Giants fans fed up with Matt ChapmanWhile many SF Giants fans probably want to see Matt Chapman get traded, Scott Boras poured cold water on that possibility.

The five worst moments from the Giants’ first “half”It was a rough first half for the Giants in so many ways. Let’s rank the moments that really stunk.