Many Giants fans simply couldn't bear to watch what unfolded on Opening Day at Arizona, when closer Mark Melancon yielded two ninth-inning runs, squandered a one-run lead, blew a save opportunity and awakened unpleasant memories of last year's bullpen shortcomings. San Francisco's 4-3 victory Friday over the San Diego Padres reminded those anxious folks that it's safe to watch the late innings again.