San Francisco Giants vs. St. Louis Cardinals - September 28, 2024

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FinalSep 27

Recap

Box Score

Plays

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Odds

Standings

Scoring Summary

Teams

Cardinals logo, Cardinals 82-78, 1 1, 2 0, 3 1, 4 4, 5 0, 6 0, 7 0, 8 0, 9 0, R 6, H 13, E 0

Giants logo, Giants 79-81, 1 0, 2 3, 3 0, 4 0, 5 0, 6 0, 7 0, 8 0, 9 0, R 3, H 9, E 1

Pitching

WinnerM. Mikolas (10-11)

LoserL. Roupp (1-2)

SaveR. Helsley (49)

Scoring

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Bot 2Mike Yastrzemski doubles to deep right field. Brett Wisely scores.

Bot 2Jerar Encarnación homers to center field. Michael Conforto scores.

Top 1Nolan Arenado singles to left field. Alec Burleson to second. Masyn Winn scores.

What's Buzzing

ESPN Insights

10h

Logan Henderson is only the 2nd pitcher in MLB postseason history to make an error on 2 different run-scoring plays in the same game ... He joins the Cardinals Max Lanier in Game 1 of the 1942 World Series 😱

Derrick Goold

13h

Ask Goold: How did Brewers lap the Cardinals? Could Sonny Gray, Alec Bohm close gap? https://t.co/uZQUwRgN3y

Derrick Goold

13h

This week's Ask Goold is posted: - How did #Brewers lap the #stlcards? - Would signing Sonny Gray accelerate #Cardinals return to contention, what about Alec Bohm? - Plus, an answer about how a lack of extensions would prompt far different questions ... https://t.co/uZQUwRhkT6

Jeff Young

18h

#SFGiants matchup numbers in 2026 LHH vs LHP: 853 PA, 81 wRC+ (20th in MLB) RHH vs LHP: 993 PA, 86 wRC+ (28th in MLB) LHH vs RHP: 2,246 PA, 116 wRC+ (4th in MLB) RHH vs RHP: 1,969 PA, 87 wRC+ (22nd in MLB)

Derrick Goold

19h

News to follow up on story below. The 2 coaches on expiring contracts mentioned, #WorldSeries champ Jon Jay and longtime coach Pop Warner, set to return on #stlcards '27 field staff. Team officials, members only say they're still finalizing staff. https://t.co/0OHJMrBn8k

Bleacher Report•10h

New Truths from NLCS, ALCS 🧐What we learned after Brewers take 2-0 lead, Guardians win Game 1 ➡️

aroundthefoghorn.com•10h

Kaeden Kent is quickly making a name for himself with SF Giants in Arizona Fall LeagueSF Giants prospect Kaeden Kent has a tough task trying to live up to his dad, but he is making a name for himself in the AFL.

Bleacher Report•12h

Family Bikes to 30 MLB Parks ❤️Dad and son covered nearly 10,000 miles to every team's stadium for charity 🎥

aroundthefoghorn.com•12h

SF Giants Player Review 2026: Ryan Borucki was an important lesson for Tony VitelloThe SF Giants took a chance on left-handed reliever Ryan Borucki. It did not work out, but maybe manager Tony Vitello learned from the experience.

aroundthefoghorn.com•14h

Trading Logan Webb only makes sense if SF Giants plan to tear it down (which they don't)While trading Logan Webb would make sense if the SF Giants planned to rebuild, it is pretty clear they are not intent upon tearing it all down.

redbirdrants.com•16h

Cardinals facility investments are allowing them to expand development this offseasonSeveral non-roster players are putting in offseason work with the organization.

aroundthefoghorn.com•16h

Brewers are giving SF Giants a blueprint on how to thwart the Dodgers in NLCSThe SF Giants were not even close to the playoffs this year, but the Brewers are showing what it could take to beat the mighty Dodgers over a full season.

redbirdrants.com•17h

Jon Jay’s return gives the Cardinals an underrated win before the offseason beginsThe Cardinals get to hang on to their prized coach.

redbirdrants.com•18h

Cardinals infielder Nolan Gorman starts his offseason work early with DrivelineThere's a chance he is non-tendered.

bleacherreport.com•1w

Build a World Series Champ 🎮Tap to play. Share your record in the comments ⬇️

aroundthefoghorn.com•19h

One offseason need highlights that the SF Giants front office does not plan to rebuild or retoolAfter a disastrous 65-win season, the SF Giants will hope for better results in 2027. Their plan to upgrade the bullpen could be a sign that this front office d

Bleacher Report•23h

Ranking Top 25 Trade Chips For Offseason 🔢Why Matt Chapman could be one of the better hitters on the move ➡️

Bleacher Report•23h

MLB Postseason Winners/Losers 📊Biggest takeaways from first two rounds 📲

aroundthefoghorn.com•21h

SF Giants AFL notes: Dakota Jordan's speedy home run, Drake George's returThe baseball season is over for the SF Giants, but a few minor leaguers continue to play. The Arizona Fall League (AFL) is underway, where the Scottsdale Scorpi

www.mccoveychronicles.com•21h

Who are Giants fans rooting for in NLCS Game 2 and ALCS Games 1-2?The 2026 MLB Playoffs continue Monday and Tuesday. Who are Giants fans rooting for? (Aside from the Brewers)

redbirdrants.com•21h

Cardinals’ top 10 moments of 2026, No. 1: Joshua Baez has the greatest MLB debut everWhere were you when Joshua Baez made his debut?

www.vivaelbirdos.com•22h

Hypothetical trade offer for the St. Louis Cardinals to get Steven KwanYour best source for quality St. Louis Cardinals news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

redbirdrants.com•22h

Royce Lewis could be a potential fit at third base for the St. Louis CardinalsThere's a chance he is non-tendered.

aroundthefoghorn.com•1d

SF Giants Player Review 2026: Spencer Bivens lost his role and found a new homeSpencer Bivens spent most of 2026 in Triple-A, made just four SF Giants appearances and joined the Royals after losing his roster spot in September.

Bleacher Report•2d

ALCS & NLCS Predictions 🔮4 teams competing for a World Series berth. Brewers can stop the 3-peat 📲

aroundthefoghorn.com•1d

SF Giants will focus on pitching, but these 3 free agent outfielders also make senseThe SF Giants seem likely to spend most of their money on pitching this offseason, but these free agent outfielders could be possible targets.

redbirdrants.com•1d

Cardinals’ top 10 moments of 2026, No. 2: Jordan Walker wins Home Run Derby in storybook career revivalThey don't boo nobodies!

aroundthefoghorn.com•1d

Did any SF Giants infielder earn a utility role for 2027?By the end of the year, the SF Giants were auditioning infielders for a role on next year’s roster. Did any of them succeed in that? Osleivis Basabe, Shay Whitc

www.vivaelbirdos.com•1d

Which position of need do the Cardinals need to fill first?The Cardinals lineup has gotten little production from third base and center field, so which spot should they prioritize long-term?

redbirdrants.com•1d

Retaining Rob Cerfolio should keep the Cardinals on the fast track to successThe Cardinals look like they'll preserve one of the architects behind their upswing.

www.mccoveychronicles.com•1d

Who are Giants fans rooting for in NLCS Game 1?The NLCS begins today. I think it’s obvious who Giants fans are rooting for, but let’s ask just in case!

aroundthefoghorn.com•1d

Matt Chapman's oddly strong defensive season for the SF Giants in 2026Matt Chapman played his final game of the year for the SF Giants at the end of June. Despite this, he still ranked as one of the best defensive third baseman at

redbirdrants.com•2d

Potential front office turnover for Cardinals presents opportunity to continue innovationIt could go poorly, or it could be the next evolution of the Cardinals rebuild.

aroundthefoghorn.com•2d

SF Giants Player Review 2026: Victor Bericoto showed he has pop, but can he get on base?SF Giants Player Review 2026: Victor Bericoto showed he has pop, but can he get on base?

redbirdrants.com•2d

Cardinals’ top 10 moments of 2026, No. 3: Alec Burleson brings back vintage Busch Stadium on Opening DayFor a moment, it felt like Cardinals Baseball was truly back.

aroundthefoghorn.com•2d

SF Giants trading Casey Schmitt this offseason would dredge up Adam Duvall memoriesCasey Schmitt is one of the better trade chips the SF Giants have, but the Adam Duvall trade shows trading away a young slugger can be a bad decision.

Bleacher Report•2d

Cardinals Exec Won't Take A's JobAssistant GM Rob Cerfolio expected to stay put despite being finalist (Passan)

aroundthefoghorn.com•2d

Who was the unluckiest SF Giants hitter of 2026?Grant McCray did not hit much for the SF Giants in 2026, but luck was also not on his side. By several metrics, he was the unluckiest hitter on the club among p

www.vivaelbirdos.com•2d

Cardinals Catching the Brewers, Part 2: Further Away Than You ThinkYour best source for quality St. Louis Cardinals news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

redbirdrants.com•2d

Tekoah Roby's superb Arizona Fall League outing should give Cardinals fans hopeThe Cardinals forgotten prospect is back at it!

aroundthefoghorn.com•2d

Lefty earns SF Giants Pitching Prospect of the Year for the second straight yearOn Thursday, MLB Pipeline handed out its pitching and hitting prospects of the year for each organization. For Jacob Bresnahan, it was a return to familiar terr

redbirdrants.com•2d

Cardinals History: Fans pick up Matt Holliday when he needs them mostShoutout seven.

Bleacher Report•2d

Trent Grisham Landing Spots 📍10 destinations for Yankees OF next season after disappointing season 📲

www.mccoveychronicles.com•2d

Who are Giants fans rooting for in ALDS Game 5?The American League Division Series concludes tonight, one way or another. Who are Giants fans rooting for?

redbirdrants.com•2d

Quinn Mathews' overlooked season should spark hope for the Cardinals' futureQuinn Mathews' first year with the Cardinals was a gem that few noticed.

redbirdrants.com•2d

Brendan Donovan may have gifted Cardinals their next great center fielder in Tai PeeteWhat a talent Peete is!

aroundthefoghorn.com•3d

SF Giants' Top 5 Moments of 2026, No. 1: Mike Krukow's emotional farewellThe best moment for the SF Giants in 2026 was also the most emotional as Mike Krukow decided to retire after a long and legendary career in the broadcast booth.

aroundthefoghorn.com•3d

Heliot Ramos may be on the move again after Yankees playoff benching post-Giants tradeFormer SF Giants outfielder Heliot Ramos was traded to the New York Yankees in August, but he may be on the move yet again.

www.mccoveychronicles.com•3d

Former SF Giants hit, give up home runs in crucial ALDS Game 4Patty Barrels goes deep for Guardians in Game 4 win, while ex-Giant Jordan Hicks serves up gopher ball

www.mccoveychronicles.com•3d

Ditching Kevin Gausman: The Final AnalysisThe Giants’ made a decision with long-term consequences. Did the positive ones outweigh the negative ones?

redbirdrants.com•3d

MLB proposed playoff changes could have saved the Cardinals from 2022 playoff disasterThey really could have used this during Albert Pujols' magical season!

aroundthefoghorn.com•3d

SF Giants Player Review 2026: Tristan Beck struggled to sustain a regular bullpen roleTristan Beck posted a 5.21 ERA in 14 games for the SF Giants in 2026. A strong September capped an uneven season that left his future on the roster uncertain.

Bleacher Report•3d

The 10 Greatest MLB Divisional Series Upsets 😮Reflecting on the Cardinals' most unexpected postseason triumph ➡️

aroundthefoghorn.com•3d

SF Giants still justified for Patrick Bailey trade despite Guardians playoff heroicsPatrick Bailey had a huge game for the Cleveland Guardians on Thursday night, but the SF Giants are still justified in trading him away.

aroundthefoghorn.com•3d

Can Victor Bericoto settle into a platoon role for the SF Giants in 2027?If Jung Hoo Lee and Drew Gilbert are part of the outfield mix for the SF Giants next season, they are going to need help from the right side. Could Victor Beric

redbirdrants.com•3d

Kris Bubic could give the Cardinals an easy replacement for Matthew LiberatoreA one-year deal does not interrupt Chaim Bloom's unclear timeline to contention

aroundthefoghorn.com•3d

Why the SF Giants should consider another position change for Jung Hoo LeeThe SF Giants moved Jung Hoo Lee off of center field last offseason. The results were not much better in right field in 2026, and there is more than one reason

Bleacher Report•3d

Each Team's Biggest Roster Hole to Fix in Offseason ⚾The one personnel flaw the Giants needs to address in 2027 📲

www.mccoveychronicles.com•3d

How are Giants fans feeling about the playoffs so far?Since there is a break in the action today, let’s check in to see how Giants fans are feeling about the playoffs so far.

www.vivaelbirdos.com•3d

How run-scoring explosion in the minors affects how we should look at St. Louis Cardinal prospectsBig jumps in minor league HR rate and batted ball EVs make us wonder about all the elevated prospect stats

redbirdrants.com•4d

St. Louis Cardinals prove that defense does not indeed win championshipsDefense wins championships except in St. Louis

Bleacher Report•4d

Jazz Chisholm Landing Spots📍FA fits for All-Star 2B with Yankees stint likely over 📲

aroundthefoghorn.com•4d

SF Giants Players Review 2026: Osleivis Basabe faded after promising MLB returnOsleivis Basabe made an early impact in his 2026 return to the majors, but late struggles left his future with the SF Giants uncertain.

Bleacher Report•4d

🚨MLB Proposes Less GamesReturn of 154-game season. Opponent selection in postseason. Full MLB proposal to MLBPA here 📲

aroundthefoghorn.com•4d

Mauricio Dubon's untimely mistake for Braves reminds SF Giants why they let him goThe SF Giants moved on from Mauricio Dubon years ago and in the time since he's become a good player, but his costly mistake for the Braves was a flashback.

Bleacher Report•4d

Best Fits for Michael King and Casey Mize ⚾Why the Giants should look to sign one of their rivals' free agents ➡️

redbirdrants.com•4d

Cardinals’ top 10 moments of 2026, No. 5: JJ Wetherholt's thunderous debut previews great rookie seasonIt didn't take long for JJ Wetherholt to make his presence known!

aroundthefoghorn.com•4d

SF Giants' fleecing of Padres is complete as Robbie Ray helps end San Diego's seasonThe Padres are out of the playoffs thanks in part to Robbie Ray and the Giants look even smarter for trading him.

aroundthefoghorn.com•4d

One offseason lever that will have no impact on the SF Giants this offseasonIn recent offseasons, the qualifying offer has affected the SF Giants one way or the other. You can skip it this time around, as that will have no impact on the

www.mccoveychronicles.com•4d

Who are Giants fans rooting for in ALDS Game 4?The American League Division Series continue today, in theory. Who are Giants fans rooting for today?

redbirdrants.com•4d

Don't sleep on Cardinals prospect Tekoah Roby as he makes his play for 2027 debutHe's been on the shelf, but he's still got a bright future.

www.vivaelbirdos.com•4d

Possible free agent target for St. Louis Cardinals: Trevor RogersYour best source for quality St. Louis Cardinals news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

Bleacher Report•5d

Division Series Recap 🍿Yankees, Padres and Braves all eliminated. Tap to catch up on all the action 📲

Bleacher Report•5d

AL and NLDS Overreactions 🗣️Can anyone beat the Dodgers? Time to trade Acuña Jr.? 📲

Bleacher Report•5d

MLB Lays Out Lockout PlansNew details emerge on 34-page memo with team owners and high-ranking execs (The Athletic)

aroundthefoghorn.com•5d

SF Giants Player Review 2026: Scott Bandura showed promise may get lost in the shuffleYoung SF Giants outfielder Scott Bandura did good things in the minors in 2026, but was unable to translate that to the big league level.

aroundthefoghorn.com•5d

Yoshinobu Yamamoto still has a way to go to match Madison Bumgarner's playoff greatnessWhile Dodgers ace Yoshinobu Yamamoto has been really impressive in the playoffs, he has not reached the level of Giants legend Madison Bumgarner just yet.

redbirdrants.com•5d

Chaim Bloom under major pressure as Athletics interview Cardinals' assistant GM Rob CerfolioDon't Cerfoligo.

aroundthefoghorn.com•5d

Mike Yastrzemski's cold streak has come at the worst time for Braves and SF Giants fansFormer SF Giants outfielder Mike Yastrzemski has struggled in the playoffs, but the Braves may need him to play hero versus the Dodgers.

aroundthefoghorn.com•5d

Mason Miller's paternity absence allowed ex-SF Giants southpaw to join Padres playoff rosterWith Mason Miller missing a Padres playoff game and being put on the paternity list, a former SF Giants reliever was added to the playoff roster.

aroundthefoghorn.com•5d

Tyler Mahle shut down Dodgers earlier this year with SF Giants, now Braves need him to save their seasonThe Braves need Tyler Mahle to save their season, but the good news is he dominated the Dodgers as a member of the Giants earlier this year.

redbirdrants.com•5d

The Cardinals' vibrant young personalities are dispelling the team's old-fashioned imageThis is about as far away from the Mozeliak-era Cardinals as you can get.

MLB Postseason Buzz 🗣️

😬 Yankees defensive struggles ♨️ Padres-Brewers drama 📳 LIVE with insider Jon Heyman

aroundthefoghorn.com•5d

Where the SF Giants will likely see the most roster turnover this offseasonLast offseason, the outfield depth predictably experienced the most turnover. This time around, the pitching will likely see the most changes as the offseason p

www.mccoveychronicles.com•5d

2026 by the numbers, part 2#6 - 71…kinda

Bleacher Report•5d

Predicting the Outcome for Each Team's Top Free Agent 🔮How the Giants will decide to keep or let go of their most coveted available player ➡️

redbirdrants.com•5d

Former Cardinals hitting guru Jeff Albert's quick ousting by Mets may prove fans got it rightDoes this mean fans got it right?

calltothepen.com•6d

The greatest MLB player from every stateBaseball is America’s pastime for a reason. It remains the one sport kids play from a young age and remain active in through high school in many cases. There ar

aroundthefoghorn.com•5d

The SF Giants already have a primary solution to address leadoff woesSF Giants leadoff hitters posted a .296 on-base percentage, which was the worst mark in baseball for that spot in the lineup. They already have a primary soluti

www.mccoveychronicles.com•5d

Who are Giants fans rooting for in today’s division series games?The ALDS and NLDS continue today. Who are Giants fans rooting for?

www.vivaelbirdos.com•5d

In Critique of the 2026 St Louis Cardinals SeasonYour best source for quality St. Louis Cardinals news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

redbirdrants.com•5d

Albert Pujols believes the Cardinals are on the verge of a 'big jump'The Cardinals legend seems bright days ahead.

redbirdrants.com•6d

Cardinals' Double-A rebrand to Ozark Springbirds falls flat disappointed fan reactionsThe long-awaited name change for the St. Louis Cardinals Double-A affiliate, formerly the Springfield Cardinals, became official on Tuesday evening. Following a

aroundthefoghorn.com•6d

SF Giants' Top 5 Moments of 2026, No. 3: Offensive explosion in ChicagoThe SF Giants did not have that many offensive explosions in 2026, but they did have one huge game against the Chicago Cubs back in June.

redbirdrants.com•6d

Jordan Walker announced as Cardinals finalist for Hank Aaron AwardThe St. Louis Cardinals and Chaim Bloom have some items to check off on their offseason list, but before that happens, they could be receiving some good news ab

aroundthefoghorn.com•6d

The case for and against SF Giants trading away Jung Hoo Lee this offseasonWhether to trade Jung Hoo Lee may be a big question for the SF Giants this offseason. People on both sides of the debate have a point.

aroundthefoghorn.com•6d

SF Giants Player Review 2026: Patrick Bailey needed to leave to learn how to hit againThe SF Giants ultimately decided to move on from Patrick Bailey in 2026 due to his ice cold bat. That may have been a good decision for all parties involved.

fansided.com•6d

How every MLB owner made their fortune, from Stan Kroenke to Steve CohenMLB owners are worth billions of dollars. This is nothing new. While most are in the business of private equity or even gain net worth courtesy of their team al

aroundthefoghorn.com•6d

Yankees seem to be icing out former SF Giants outfielder Heliot Ramos in the playoffsFormer SF Giants outfielder Heliot Ramos seemed like he would be a big part of the New York Yankees' playoff plans, but that has not been the case.

Bleacher Report•6d

B/R Interviews Albert Pujols 🎙️MLB legend talks World Series, managers and more 📲

aroundthefoghorn.com•6d

Landen Roupp excelled at limiting damage better than every NL starter in 2026Among NL starting pitchers who completed at least 100 innings, who allowed the softest contact in 2026? You can probably guess from the title that it was Landen

Bleacher Report•6d

Ranking MLB's Top 50 Rookies 🔢Where St. Louis' first-year players stand across the league 📲

redbirdrants.com•6d

Who should Cardinal fans be rooting for in the MLB postseason?When October rolls around, baseball gets serious. The leaves change, and so does temperament. Relaxed greens turn to a desperate orange, but for the fourth stra

www.mccoveychronicles.com•6d

Who are Giants fans rooting for in NLDS Game 3?The National League Division Series continue today with Game 3. Who are Giants fans rooting for?

redbirdrants.com•6d

The Cardinals may be gaining ground on the Milwaukee Brewers, but significant hurdles remainIt's a marathon, not a sprint.

www.vivaelbirdos.com•6d

Why the Cardinals Shouldn’t Add to Their 2027 Starting RotationYour best source for quality St. Louis Cardinals news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

www.vivaelbirdos.com•1w

St. Louis Cardinals Biggest 2027 Challenge? Managing ExpectationsSt. Louis Cardinals Biggest 2027 Challenge? Managing Expectations

aroundthefoghorn.com•1w

SF Giants should be paying close attention to Braves closer Raisel IglesiasThe SF Giants need a closer this offseason and Atlanta Braves reliever Raisel Iglesias has quietly been one of the most consistent closers in the game.

Bleacher Report•1w

Players Worse Than You Think 😖Analyzing which names were massive disappointments this year 📲

Bleacher Report•1w

Every Playoff Team's October X-Factor ❌Each squad's key to crushing the MLB postseason

Bleacher Report•1w

Realistic Offseason Trade Ideas 💡6 deals that would make sense this offseason 📲

aroundthefoghorn.com•1w

SF Giants Player Review 2026: Harrison Bader hit a fire truck, but not the baseballSF Giants outfielder Harrison Bader had a rough 2026 for a number of reasons. Let's dive into what a rough year it was for him.

www.mccoveychronicles.com•1w

On losingThe San Francisco Giants lose a lot these days. What does it mean?

aroundthefoghorn.com•1w

Who stays and who goes amongst SF Giants' 9 arbitration-eligible players?The SF Giants have decisions to make on all nine of their arbitration-eligible players. Who will stay and who will go?

www.mccoveychronicles.com•1w

Minasianball: If you take out all the bad, just how good were the 2026 Giants?Losing teams have to find the good wherever they can. Is there any good we can shake loose with some silly parameters?

aroundthefoghorn.com•1w

SF Giants news: Diamondback's payroll, former hitting coach update, AFL opensWhile the playoffs continue, there are some news nuggets that pertain to the SF Giants. Most notably, the Arizona Diamondbacks are expected to lower payroll, an

www.mccoveychronicles.com•1w

Who are Giants fans rooting for in the Game 2 of the ALDS today?The ALDS continue today with Game 2. Who are Giants fans rooting for?

aroundthefoghorn.com•1w

The three biggest breakout seasons from the SF Giants farm system in 2026Overall, the SF Giants farm system had a strong year. That was helped by a trio of breakout seasons, including Jonah Cox, Drew Cavanaugh, and Turner Hill. The t

redbirdrants.com•1w

Justin Verlander's proposed rule changes for starting pitchers would be a major shakeup for CardinalsIf you want to see the return of the classic starting pitcher, this may be how it happens.

www.vivaelbirdos.com•1w

Possible free agent target for St. Louis Cardinals: JP CrawfordYour best source for quality St. Louis Cardinals news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

redbirdrants.com•1w

Cardinals’ top 10 moments of 2026, No. 7: Ivan Herrera saves Cardinals after umpire controversy Ivan Herrera snatched victory from the jaws of umpire malpractice.

aroundthefoghorn.com•1w

SF Giants Player Review 2026: Luis Arraez was the player SF needed, but not the one it deservedLuis Arraez was a joy to watch on the SF Giants in 2026, but he deserved to play for a better team which he ultimately did after being traded.

aroundthefoghorn.com•1w

Robbie Ray's uninspiring Padres playoff start shows SF Giants didn't miss muchFormer SF Giants pitcher Robbie Ray had a rough playoff outing on Saturday for the San Diego Padres which shows the Giants didn't miss much from him.

www.mccoveychronicles.com•1w

Projected 2027 arbitration salaries for nine (!) GiantsThe work might not have merited it, but a bunch of Giants are due raises.

aroundthefoghorn.com•1w

Blake Snell justifies Dodgers laziness with Hall of Fame take SF Giants can only laugh atEx-SF Giants and current Los Angeles Dodgers starter Blake Snell thinks the playoffs matter most in a Hall of Fame career which is rich coming from him.

redbirdrants.com•1w

Cardinals’ top 10 moments of 2026, No. 8: Cooper Hjerpe perfect in long-awaited debutIt's crazy that Hjerpe's debut wasn't even the best of the season!

redbirdrants.com•1w

Cubs’ latest playoff disappointment hints at a future the Cardinals can capitalize onThe Cubs seem to be fading right as the Cardinals see their arrow pointing up.

aroundthefoghorn.com•1w

SF Giants will need to figure out what type of pitcher they want Adrian Houser to be in 2027Presumably, the SF Giants plan on using Adrian Houser out of the starting rotation in 2027. In terms of pitch mix, they will need to figure out an approach that

www.vivaelbirdos.com•1w

How did the Cardinals do compared to your expectations?The St. Louis Cardinals missed the playoffs but still outperformed even the most optimistic preseason expectations.

aroundthefoghorn.com•1w

Ranking the SF Giants top three offseason priorities for the 2027 rosterAfter losing 97 games in 2026, the SF Giants have a lot of work to do to be competitive again. The front office will now turn its attention to addressing the bi

redbirdrants.com•1w

2 Cardinals prospects honored for stellar postseason performancesA flashy outfielder and power-hitting infielder who can handle the bright lights? Yes please!

Bleacher Report•1w

MLB Division Series Game 1 Recap 🎬Results, top highlights and more from every matchup Saturday 📲

aroundthefoghorn.com•1w

SF Giants' Top 5 moments of 2026, No. 5: Dylan Smith's clutch six-out saveDylan Smith was one of the few bullpen bright spots for the SF Giants in 2026 and his six-out save against Cleveland was truly impressive.

aroundthefoghorn.com•1w

SF Giants 2026 Player Review: Willy Adames needed to be shut down much earlierSF Giants shortstop Willy Adames had a rough 2026 season, and playing through an injury made it even worse.

redbirdrants.com•1w

Cardinals could turn a Phillies shakeup into an unexpected trade opportunityNot much brotherly love is going on in Philadelphia right now. Could the Cardinals capitalize?

aroundthefoghorn.com•1w

Shane Bieber’s potential Blue Jays exit creates an opportunity for SF GiantsToronto Blue Jays pitcher Shane Bieber is set to be a free agent and the SF Giants may be positioned to sign him.

redbirdrants.com•1w

Cardinals' Rookie of the Year dreams intact as Joshua Baez and Leo Bernal maintain eligibilityThe new Killer B's in the lineup can bring more than just power to the Cardinals organization

aroundthefoghorn.com•1w

SF Giants infielder Josuar Gonzalez emerges as top-10 prospect in MLB Pipeline's latest updateOn Friday, MLB Pipeline updated its final top-100 prospect list of the year. Middle infielder Josuar Gonzalez headlined a group of five SF Giants prospects to m

redbirdrants.com•1w

Cardinals' projected 2027 arbitration salaries reveal key offseason decisionsSome players could see massive pay raises while others may be cut.

www.vivaelbirdos.com•1w

Cardinals Catching the Brewers, Part 1: Closer Than You ThinkYour best source for quality St. Louis Cardinals news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

aroundthefoghorn.com•1w

What is the bar to a successful season for the SF Giants in 2027?Buster Posey believes the SF Giants can compete for a playoff spot next season, but is that realistic? Perhaps, the realistic bar for success is some sort of wi

redbirdrants.com•1w

Why Luis Arraez could be perfect third base solution for CardinalsThe month of October has arrived and for the fourth straight year, the Cardinals are not in the postseason, but based on the vibes of this year's club, you woul

www.mccoveychronicles.com•1w

Our first month with an app broke our commenting recordsThanks for helping us do big numbers!

aroundthefoghorn.com•1w

Those who think Barry Zito was a bad signing simply don't know SF Giants historyBarry Zito is a SF Giants hero for what he did in 2012 so anyone suggesting his contract was a bad one just does not get it.

redbirdrants.com•1w

2 Cardinals legends are up for historic Hall of Fame honorsThe St. Louis Cardinals may have a short list of potential award winners this season, but the historic franchse has the potential to add a trophy to their case.

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Jordan Hicks reminds SF Giants how he should've been used all along with dominant White Sox Wild Card outingsWith how good Jordan Hicks looks as a reliever for the White Sox, the SF Giants must be wondering why they ever tried using him as a starter.

aroundthefoghorn.com•1w

SF Giants 2026 Player Review: Philip Abner may have been the worst reliever of them allSF Giants reliever Philip Abner had two awful outings this season which summed up San Francisco's bullpen as a whole in 2026.

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ABS Challenge Success Rate 📈How every MLB team did in first season with system 📲

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Phillies sorely missed Luis Arraez in Wild Card loss, but don't expect SF Giants reunionThe Phillies missed Luis Arraez in their Wild Card series loss. He is going to hit free agency, but a SF Giants reunion feels unlikely.

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MLB Divisional Round Picks 🔮Predicting winners in postseason's next round 📲

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SF Giants must pick a lane after declining comment on Pride Night commitmentAccording to Alex Simon of SF Gate, the SF Giants declined to answer a question about whether they will wear the rainbow-colored Pride hats going forward. That

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Luis Arraez Landing Spots 📍The best fits for Philly's star second baseman 📲

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MLB Rules Out Grand Teton GameRob Manfred won't pursue idea after doing 'due diligence' (The Athletic)

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2026 by the numbers# 0 - 5

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SF Giants will only have one unrestricted free agent this offseasonThe SF Giants have a roster crunch looming, and that will not be alleviated all that much by free agency. In fact, JT Brubaker is the only player slated to hit