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• Shocker: Bruce Bochy tabs Madison Bumgarner to start Opening Day
  From the Web › HardballTalk
  The Giants added Johnny Cueto and Jeff Samardzija over the offseason, but neither had a shot to get the nod over Madison Bumgarner.
  Share • February 13, 2016 at 4:40 PM
• Notes: Giants players, coaches put on show for FanFest crowd
  From the Web › NBCS Bay Area
  SAN FRANCISCO -- How do you get one of the world's best baseball players to propose? It turns out Alexis Cozombolidis knew the secret to Hunter Pence's heart.
  Share • February 13, 2016 at 2:40 PM
• Bochy names Bumgarner as Giants' Opening Day starter
  From the Web › NBCS Bay Area
  At Giants FanFest on Saturday, manager Bruce Bochy announced who will take the ball on Opening Day vs. the Brewers and surprised nobody.
  Share • February 13, 2016 at 1:40 PM
• Thousands Turns Out for Giants FanFest
  From the Web › NBC
  Photo Credit: Riya Bhattacharjee/NBC Bay Area
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• Savage Red Sox fan asks Giants manager to take back Pablo Sandoval
  From the Web › For The Win
  The Red Sox signing Pablo Sandoval looked like a no-brainer back in 2014. The team were weak in that position and Sandoval was a good (...)
  Share • February 13, 2016 at 12:40 PM
• Thousands Attend SF Giants FanFest
  From the Web › NBC
  AT&T Park was a sea of orange and black Sunday.Valentine's Day came a day early for thousands of San Francisco Giants fans who flocked to FanFest, lured by the...
  Share • February 13, 2016 at 11:40 AM
• Joe Panik says he's "100 percent" recovered from back injury
  From the Web › HardballTalk
  Giants second baseman Joe Panik missed nearly all of August and September last season due to a nagging back injury, but he says he's back to 100 percent.
  Share • February 13, 2016 at 7:40 AM
• Updated pre-FanFest notes: Giants see a long-term fit with Belt, Bumgarner's cross-country drive, luxury tax implications, Bochy installs Span in leadoff spot, Cain gives Vogelsong a ribbing, etc.
  From the Web › The Mercury News
  Share • February 12, 2016 at 7:40 PM
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• Cain confident injuries are behind him
  From the Web › MLB.com
  A year ago, Matt Cain was beaming with optimism as he enjoyed the last moments of the offseason, wrapping up the top amateur performance at the Pebble Beach National...
  Share • February 12, 2016 at 7:40 PM
• Healthy Pence hungry for Spring Training
  From the Web › MLB.com
  Right fielder Hunter Pence described the Giants' collective attitude as containing "an undertone of extreme eagerness. There's a lot of excitement to get the ball...
  Share • February 12, 2016 at 7:40 PM
• UPDATED: Giants will scout Tim Lincecum, but his return is "a longshot"
  From the Web › The Mercury News
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• Sabean: Tim Lincecum a 'long shot' to return to Giants
  From the Web › The Mercury News
  The San Francisco Giants haven't closed the door on Tim Lincecum returning to the team, but executive vice president suggests that the team's full rotation makes it...
  Share • February 12, 2016 at 6:40 PM
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• Giants, Brandon Belt have mutual interest in multiyear contract
  From the Web › The Mercury News
  Belt, Joe Panik, Gregor Blanco said they are all 100 percent after suffering from injuries last season.
  Share • February 12, 2016 at 6:40 PM
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• Panik optimistic about health for 2016 season
  From the Web › MLB.com
  Giants second baseman Joe Panik insisted Friday that not only will he enter Spring Training fully recovered from lower back inflammation, but he'll also remain healthy...
  Share • February 12, 2016 at 5:40 PM
• Notes: Belt, Giants will discuss long-term deal
  From the Web › NBCS Bay Area
  Brandon Belt and the Giants were far apart when they filed arbitration numbers, but that doesn't have to be a sign that the gap on a long-term agreement is too large to...
  Share • February 12, 2016 at 4:40 PM
• Panik among injured Giants who returns at '100 percent'
  From the Web › NBCS Bay Area
  According to Bruce Bochy, there are no lingering health concerns as the Giants prepare to report to Scottsdale Stadium on Wednesday...
  Share • February 12, 2016 at 3:40 PM
• Giants notes: Brian Sabean calls re-signing Lincecum "a longshot" but extending Brandon Belt is a priority (plus health updates on Blanco, Panik, Cain, etc.)
  From the Web › The Mercury News
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• Giants' Cain on health: Everything's feeling good
  From the Web › ESPN
  Giants veteran pitcher Matt Cain says he's ready to go.
  Share • February 12, 2016 at 3:40 PM
• Mad Dash: Marquette student gives Providence $10 for missed free throw (NBC on Yahoo Sports)
  From the Web › Yahoo! Sports
  Basketball fans will go to lots of lengths to stop the other team from making free throws, and most of it is probably forgotten by opponents (if it was ever noticed in...
  Share • February 12, 2016 at 3:40 PM
• Cain finally healthy and ready to rejoin Giants' rotation
  From the Web › Yahoo! Sports
  If the San Francisco Giants had any lingering concerns about Matt Cain's health, the veteran pitcher helped ease their minds with one impressive swing - on the golf...
  Share • February 12, 2016 at 3:40 PM
• Bochy: Span will play CF, Giants' lineup 'not set in stone'
  From the Web › NBCS Bay Area
  As the Giants begin preparing for the 2016 season, one thing is certain: Denard Span will hit first. After that, Bruce Bochy has moves to make...
  Share • February 12, 2016 at 2:40 PM
• Giants still keeping an eye on Lincecum's rehab, 'who knows'
  From the Web › NBCS Bay Area
  On Friday morning, Giants manager Bruce Bochy wouldn't close the door on Tim Lincecum returning to the organization at some point...
  Share • February 12, 2016 at 2:40 PM
• Denard Span, not Angel Pagan, will be Giants' center fielder and leadoff hitter
  From the Web › HardballTalk
  Angel Pagan will slide to left field.
  Share • February 12, 2016 at 11:40 AM
• Giants shortstop Brandon Crawford recreates adorable childhood photo
  From the Web › For The Win
  The All-Star grew up attending Giants games in the San Francisco Bay Area.
  Share • February 12, 2016 at 8:40 AM
• Span, Cueto, Shark highlight Giants' new faces
  From the Web › MLB.com
  Acquiring one impact player is a sufficient cause for celebration for most teams. Imagine adding three potential difference-makers to the roster, and you'll know why the...
  Share • February 11, 2016 at 1:40 PM
• Sportsbook high on Giants, Cubs, Mets in '16
  From the Web › ESPN
  The San Francisco Giants are the only team to open with a win total of 90 at the sportsbook at the Atlantis Casino in Reno, Nevada.
  Share • February 11, 2016 at 12:40 PM
• Giants' Duffy hungry for more: Job security not guaranteed
  From the Web › NBCS Bay Area
  Matt Duffy enters spring training as the Giants' starting third baseman, but he certainly isn't feeling comfortable...
  Share • February 11, 2016 at 11:40 AM
• Former Giants coach Flannery blasts Padres fans in Twitter post
  From the Web › The Mercury News
  Tim Flannery, who was a popular player, broadcaster and coach for the Padres before joining the Giants, vents against San Diego fans who have badgered him and called him...
  Share • February 10, 2016 at 10:40 PM
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• Giants, Belt avoid arbitration, agree on one-year deal
  From the Web › The Mercury News
  For the second time in three years, the Giants and Brandon Belt came within minutes of an arbitration hearing before agreeing to terms on a one-year contract. Belt will...
  Share • February 10, 2016 at 7:40 PM
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• Brandon Belt, Giants avoid arbitration with one-year agreement
  From the Web › The Mercury News
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• Belt, Giants avoid arbitration, agree to deal
  From the Web › NBCS Bay Area
  Brandon Belt and the Giants were scheduled for a hearing on Wednesday, but were able to strike an accord before hitting the courtroom...
  Share • February 10, 2016 at 1:40 PM
• Dodgers give former Giants 2B spring training invite
  From the Web › NBCS Bay Area
  Brandon Hicks was in the Giants' big-league camp in 2015, but was reassigned to minor league camp in late March.
  Share • February 10, 2016 at 1:40 PM
• Belt, Giants agree at $6.2 million just before hearing
  From the Web › Yahoo! Sports
  First baseman Brandon Belt and the San Francisco Giants have agreed to a $6.2 million, one-year contract. The agreement was $200,000 below the midpoint between the $7.5...
  Share • February 10, 2016 at 1:40 PM
• Belt agrees to one-year deal with Giants
  From the Web › MLB.com
  The Giants and Brandon Belt have agreed to a one-year deal to avoid arbitration, the first baseman told MLB.com on Wednesday.
  Share • February 10, 2016 at 1:40 PM
• Brandon Belt signs $6.2 million deal, avoiding arbitration with Giants
  From the Web › HardballTalk
  Belt requested $7.5 million and the Giants countered at $5.3 million.
  Share • February 10, 2016 at 1:40 PM
• 5 bats could shape how NL West is won
  From the Web › MLB.com
  The Dodgers and Giants have ruled the National League West in recent seasons with dominant pitching, but the division also houses some serious offense. The Rockies and...
  Share • February 10, 2016 at 7:40 AM
• Giants' Matt Cain in swing of things at Pebble Beach
  From the Web › The Mercury News
  Cain feels good as he and partner George Kontos help Giants top 49ers in charity golf event at Pebble Beach.
  Share • February 10, 2016 at 5:40 AM
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• Giants Unveil 2016 Promo Schedule
  From the Web › NBC
  The NFL season officially ended on Sunday. One day later, the San Francisco Giants gave fans another reason to be excited for the return of baseball, releasing their...
  Share • February 9, 2016 at 7:40 PM
• Giants' rebound wish list for '16 is long
  From the Web › MLB.com
  Here's a look at several Giants who are "on the rebound" -- intent on recovering from a subpar season or inconvenient injuries. San Francisco's list is long, considering...
  Share • February 9, 2016 at 6:40 PM
• Giants' Crawford one of NL West's most overvalued in fantasy?
  From the Web › NBCS Bay Area
  Brandon Crawford enjoyed his breakout offensive season for the Giants in 2015 after blasting 21 home runs. Will he progress or regress this season?
  Share • February 9, 2016 at 4:40 PM
• Giants and Brandon Belt have an arbitration hearing scheduled for Wednesday
  From the Web › HardballTalk
  The Giants and Brandon Belt haven't made progress in negotiations since arbitration figures were exchanged last month.
  Share • February 8, 2016 at 7:40 PM
• Perry to get statue at Giants' ballpark
  From the Web › MLB.com
  The Giants will put the finishing touches on honoring their San Francisco-era Hall of Fame quintet by unveiling a statue in right-hander Gaylord Perry's honor before the...
  Share • February 8, 2016 at 6:40 PM
• 5 potential impact arms in wild NL West
  From the Web › MLB.com
  Remodeled pitching staffs make the National League West one of the most unpredictable and fascinating of the six divisions as Spring Training approaches. Any number of...
  Share • February 8, 2016 at 4:40 PM
• Reports: Belt, Giants schedule arbitration hearing
  From the Web › NBCS Bay Area
  If Brandon Belt and the Giants can't agree on a deal over the next 48 hours, an arbitrator will determine the first baseman's 2016 salary, according to multiple...
  Share • February 8, 2016 at 3:40 PM
• Arbitration hearing scheduled for Brandon Belt, Giants
  From the Web › The Mercury News
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• Duffy, Krukow bobbleheads among Giants' planned giveaways
  From the Web › The Mercury News
  Giants release promotional schedule for the 2016 season; Bochy, Pence, Bumgarner and Crawford giveaways also on list.
  Share • February 8, 2016 at 2:40 PM
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• Giants player who cheated in order to achieve milestones to be honored with statue
  From the Web › HardballTalk
  No, he will not be wearing an Indians uniform on the statue. I just do not have a pic of him with the Giants.
  Share • February 8, 2016 at 12:40 PM
• Giants unveil 2016 promo schedule, plans for fifth statue
  From the Web › NBCS Bay Area
  Time to get out the calendars, Giants fans. The team released its schedule of promotional events for this season and plans for a new statue...
  Share • February 8, 2016 at 11:40 AM
• 2016 fantasy baseball preview: San Francisco Giants
  From the Web › USA Today
  A title contender offering ample fantasy choices -- what's not to like?       
  Share • February 8, 2016 at 10:40 AM
• 2016 Fantasy Player Preview
  From the Web › MLB.com
  From baseball's brightest stars to the final man on the Giants' bench, all the information you need to know is one click away.
  Share • February 7, 2016 at 4:40 PM
• Report: Giants sign former 2008 first-round pick Gillaspie
  From the Web › NBCS Bay Area
  The Giants are reportedly giving one of their former first-round picks another crack at making it with the squad this season...
  Share • February 6, 2016 at 4:43 PM
• Hughes looks back at signing DeShields, Elway in Q&A
  From the Web › MLB.com
  As one of the higher-profile scouts in baseball, Gary Hughes became known over the years for his willingness to take a chance on multi-sport stars.
  Share • February 6, 2016 at 8:40 AM
• Giants sign Conor Gillaspie to a minor league deal
  From the Web › HardballTalk
  The Giants added some depth on Friday, signing infielder Conor Gillaspie to a minor league deal.
  Share • February 5, 2016 at 8:40 PM
• Giants' annual FanFest set for Saturday
  From the Web › MLB.com
  Virtually every square inch of AT&T Park will be thrown open to the public on Saturday, when the Giants conduct their annual FanFest.
  Share • February 5, 2016 at 6:40 PM
• Report: Juan Uribe is too expensive for the Giants
  From the Web › HardballTalk
  The Giants would like to add some depth, but Juan Uribe is proving to be a bit too costly.
  Share • February 5, 2016 at 6:40 PM
• Report: Giants spoke with Uribe, asking price too high
  From the Web › NBCS Bay Area
  Juan Uribe won a World Series with the Giants in 2010, and San Francisco reportedly is interested in a reunion.
  Share • February 5, 2016 at 1:40 PM
• Posey: Samardzija 'one of the premiere power arms' in baseball
  From the Web › NBCS Bay Area
  On Thursday night, Giants catcher Buster Posey raved about the club's free agent acquisition Jeff Samardzija...
  Share • February 5, 2016 at 10:40 AM
• Inbox: Any surprises to open season with Giants?
  From the Web › MLB.com
  What are the chances of someone like Ricky Romero or Kyle Blanks making the Opening Day roster? Beat reporter Chris Haft answers this and more in the Inbox.
  Share • February 4, 2016 at 3:40 PM
• Healthy Susac leads crowded backup catcher's field
  From the Web › MLB.com
  On paper, a scramble for the Giants' backup catcher's job appears imminent. In reality, Andrew Susac should reclaim the role with minimal fuss.
  Share • February 3, 2016 at 4:40 PM
• Giants sign ear-biting catcher Miguel Olivo to minor league contract
  From the Web › HardballTalk
  The last we heard from Miguel Olivo around these parts, he was being released from the Dodgers after biting off a chunk of Alex Guerrero‘s ear during a nasty...
  Share • February 2, 2016 at 5:40 PM
• Reports: Giants give minor league deal to veteran C Olivo
  From the Web › NBCS Bay Area
  More than a week after adding George Kottaras, the Giants have reportedly signed veteran Miguel Olivo to a minor league deal.
  Share • February 2, 2016 at 4:41 PM
• Photos: San Francisco Giants star Brandon Crawford buys sprawling spring training home
  From the Web › The Mercury News
  Giants shortstop Brandon Crawford has purchased a $1.6 million property in Scottsdale, Ariz., reports Realtor.
  Share • February 2, 2016 at 4:40 PM
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• High-risk trades pay off for Sabean's Giants
  From the Web › MLB.com
  Brian Sabean observed that the Groundhog Day aspect to trades, the issue that emerges and commands notice with every deal, is the risk-versus-reward factor. One...
  Share • February 1, 2016 at 9:40 PM
• Reliever George Kontos, Giants agree to $1.15M, 1-year deal
  From the Web › Yahoo! Sports
  SAN FRANCISCO -- Reliever George Kontos and the San Francisco Giants have agreed to a $1.15 million, one-year contract, avoiding salary arbitration.
  Share • February 1, 2016 at 4:40 PM
• Giants, George Kontos avoid arbitration at $1.15 million
  From the Web › HardballTalk
  Kontos thrived out of the Giants' bullpen last season, posting a 2.33 ERA in 73 appearances.
  Share • February 1, 2016 at 4:40 PM
• Report: Kontos, Giants avoid arbitration, settle 2016 salary
  From the Web › NBCS Bay Area
  Nearly three weeks after filing for arbitration, reliever George Kontos has reportedly has a salary for 2016.
  Share • February 1, 2016 at 3:40 PM
• Kontos, Giants reach agreement on deal
  From the Web › MLB.com
  The Giants and right-hander George Kontos avoided salary arbitration by reaching a compromise Monday on a one-year, $1.15 million contract.
  Share • February 1, 2016 at 3:40 PM
• Former Giants LHP Sanchez signs minor league deal with Reds
  From the Web › NBCS Bay Area
  Former Giants pitcher Jonathan Sanchez hasn't been in the pros since 2013, but may get another chance this season with a different NL team.
  Share • January 31, 2016 at 4:40 PM
• Dodgers broadcaster Scully grew up as 'rabid Giants fan'
  From the Web › NBCS Bay Area
  Dodgers legendary broadcaster Vin Scully admitted to growing up as a huge fan of his team's biggest rival while growing up in New York...
  Share • January 31, 2016 at 9:40 AM
• Kuiper: Giants top prospect Arroyo 'going to be really good'
  From the Web › NBCS Bay Area
  As accolades continue to pour in for Giants 2013 first-round pick Christian Arroyo, he's garnered a big fan in the team's broadcast booth...
  Share • January 30, 2016 at 11:40 AM
• Swift reflects on MLB career, coaching in Q&A
  From the Web › MLB.com
  Bill Swift is a baseball lifer. And right now he is enjoying life under the national radar. The former Major League pitcher discusses his post-playing career in this...
  Share • January 30, 2016 at 7:40 AM
• Giants' Arroyo named to Top 100 Prospects list
  From the Web › NBCS Bay Area
  Giants middle infield prospect Christian Arroyo continued to get recognized for his bright future on Friday...
  Share • January 29, 2016 at 8:40 PM
• Giants' Arroyo lands on Top 100 Prospects list
  From the Web › MLB.com
  Christian Arroyo could cause nightmares for the Giants' decision-makers in a year or two. For now, they can still dream about him blissfully.
  Share • January 29, 2016 at 7:40 PM
• LIVE: Unveiling MLB's 2016 Top Prospects list
  From the Web › MLB.com
  Watch live: The top half of MLBPipeline.com's 2016 Top 100 Prospects list is being counted down on MLB Network and MLB.com.
  Share • January 29, 2016 at 6:40 PM
• Giants minor league pitcher suspended for drugs
  From the Web › NBCS Bay Area
  There have been 11 suspensions this year under the minor league program. The latest trio includes a 20-year-old Giants right-handed pitcher...
  Share • January 29, 2016 at 11:40 AM
• Inbox: Who will replace Affeldt in Giants 'pen?
  From the Web › MLB.com
  In the latest Giants inbox, beat reporter Chris Haft answers fans' questions about the bullpen, top prospects and more.
  Share • January 28, 2016 at 5:40 PM
• Who's No. 1? MLB Pipeline to unveil Top 100 Prospects
  From the Web › MLB.com
  Over the past two weeks, MLBPipeline.com has rolled out lists for the Top 10 prospects at each position in anticipation of the unveiling of the 2016 Top 100 prospects...
  Share • January 28, 2016 at 5:40 PM
• 3 minor leaguers suspended for drug violations
  From the Web › Yahoo! Sports
  San Francisco pitcher Dylan Brooks has been suspended for 50 games following an unspecified violation of baseball's minor league drug program. Free agent infielder...
  Share • January 28, 2016 at 1:40 PM
• Charting what Tim Lincecum means to the Giants, and what lies ahead as he readies himself for a showcase
  From the Web › The Mercury News
  Share • January 27, 2016 at 1:41 PM
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• Krukow: Kyle Blanks 'has a legitimate chance' to make Giants
  From the Web › NBCS Bay Area
  Kyle Blanks' career has been derailed by injuries, but Mike Krukow believes the former Padre may be able to resurrect things in San Francisco...
  Share • January 27, 2016 at 11:40 AM