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• Tim Hudson writes letter to say thanks to the Braves and Atlanta
  From the Web › HardballTalk
  Here's a really nice gesture from veteran right-hander Tim Hudson, who left the Braves earlier this week when he agreed to a two-year, $23 million contract with the...
  Share • November 23, 2013 at 3:40 PM
• MLB to step up security, use metal detectors in 2014
  From the Web › NBCS Bay Area
  The MLB is beefing up security for the 2014 season, and may require all teams to implement walk through metal detectors.
  Share • November 22, 2013 at 10:40 PM
• Cardinals trade Freese to Angels in four-player swap
  From the Web › NBCS Bay Area
  David Freese and Albert Pujols were World Series teammates with the Cardinals in 2011, and now it appears they will be teammates again.
  Share • November 22, 2013 at 6:40 PM
• Cubs hire former Giants 3B Mueller as hitting coach
  From the Web › NBCS Bay Area
  Bill Mueller played with the Giants from 1996-2000 and briefly again in 2002. He'll serve as the Cubs' new hitting coch.
  Share • November 22, 2013 at 3:40 PM
• MLB players' union head Michael Weiner dies at 51
  From the Web › NBCS Bay Area
  Michael Weiner, the plain-speaking,labor lawyer who took over as head of the baseball players' union four years ago died Thursday, 15 months after announcing he had been...
  Share • November 22, 2013 at 9:40 AM
• How air travel opened up the continent for Major League Baseball
  From the Web › HardballTalk
  A great post from Jack Moore, looking at a couple of older publications - and adding his own insight - into how easier air travel opened up the country for Major League...
  Share • November 22, 2013 at 9:40 AM
• Giants and Javier Lopez agree to three-year contract
  From the Web › USA Today
  Since being dealt from Pittsburgh to San Francisco in 2010, things have been good for Lopez
  Share • November 21, 2013 at 6:40 PM
• Giants still hold record for Postseason shares
  From the Web › NBCS Bay Area
  The San Francisco Giants still hold the record for the Postseason shares with $370,872.53 for a full share, but Boston is not far behind.
  Share • November 21, 2013 at 5:40 PM
• San Francisco shelled out over $100K for Batkid
  From the Web › NBCS Bay Area
  Over 20,000 people lined up for the Batkid event for a 5-year old boy with leukemia and even though it was a success, it came with a lavish bill.
  Share • November 21, 2013 at 5:40 PM
• Red Sox postseason share price drops to $307,323
  From the Web › Sacramento Bee
  A full postseason share for the World Series champion Boston Red Sox was worth $307,323, down from a record $370,873 for the San Francisco Giants last year.
  Share • November 21, 2013 at 4:40 PM
• Giants, Lopez deal is done pending physical
  From the Web › NBCS Bay Area
  The Giants have an agreement in place with Javier Lopez for three years and $13 million pending a physical, sources confirmed on Thursday.
  Share • November 21, 2013 at 2:40 PM
• Giants to re-sign reliever Lopez with 3-year deal
  From the Web › SI.com
  Share • November 21, 2013 at 2:40 PM
• Javier Lopez: 'I'm happy to be back in San Francisco' — three-year deal with Giants done, pending physical
  From the Web › San Francisco Chronicle
  By John Shea Two days after GM Brian Sabean said the Giants were "fully engaged" in contract talks and one day after assistant GM Bobby Evans said the sides were...
  Share • November 21, 2013 at 2:40 PM
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• Giants, Lopez agree on $13 million, 3-year deal
  From the Web › Sacramento Bee
  Javier Lopez found a nice fit in San Francisco from the moment the Pittsburgh Pirates dealt him to the Giants at the 2010 trade deadline.
  Share • November 21, 2013 at 2:40 PM
• San Francisco Giants, reliever Javier Lopez agree to terms
  From the Web › The Mercury News
  Left-hander Javier Lopez will sign for three years, $13 million if he passes physical
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• Lopez agrees to 3-year, $13M deal with Giants
  From the Web › ESPN
  Javier Lopez found a nice fit in San Francisco from the moment the Pittsburgh Pirates dealt him to the Giants at the 2010 trade deadline.
  Share • November 21, 2013 at 2:40 PM
• Giants stay active, lock down Lopez with deal
  From the Web › MLB.com
  Javier Lopez will remain a Giant pending a physical as the reliever and San Francisco agreed to terms on a contract Thursday. The terms have yet to be...
  Share • November 21, 2013 at 2:40 PM
• Giants re-sign Javier Lopez to three-year, $13 million deal
  From the Web › HardballTalk
  UPDATE: It's a done deal now for three years and $13 million, pending a physical exam next week. ========== Giants general manager Brian Sabean revealed yesterday that...
  Share • November 21, 2013 at 2:40 PM
• Javier Lopez, Giants finalize three-year deal
  From the Web › The Mercury News
  "We've still got all our assets in the bank and in the organization, and we retained three guys we wanted to re-sign. I'm pleased with the outcome." - Brian Sabean...
  Share • November 21, 2013 at 1:40 PM
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• Giants unveil 2014 first half promotions, special events
  From the Web › NBCS Bay Area
  Next season is around the corner. Capitalize on the Giants' promotions/special events schedule and fill your calendar with some must-see games.
  Share • November 21, 2013 at 12:40 PM
• Giants add '10 top pick Brown to 40-man roster
  From the Web › MLB.com
  Center fielder Gary Brown, the Giants' No. 1 selection in the 2010 First-Year Player Draft, was among four Minor Leaguers the club added to its 40-man roster on...
  Share • November 20, 2013 at 9:40 PM
• Giants protect Gary Brown, three others from Rule 5 draft
  From the Web › NBCS Bay Area
  SAN FRANCISCO – Two disappointing seasons might have stripped Gary Brown of the "center fielder of the future" label. But the Giants aren't ready to just give him...
  Share • November 20, 2013 at 8:40 PM
• Brown, Duvall, Flores, Strickland added to 40-man roster
  From the Web › The Mercury News
  The Giants and Javier Lopez continue to close in on a deal (Steve Berman of BayAreaSportsGuy.com reported earlier that it would be three years, $13 million), and when...
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• San Francisco Giants close to deal to keep Javier Lopez
  From the Web › The Mercury News
  SAN FRANCISCO -- When the Giants opted not to sell at the July 31 trade deadline, general manager Brian Sabean said the organization hoped to re-sign Hunter Pence, Tim...
  Share • November 20, 2013 at 7:40 PM
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• Giants lend efforts to Philippines typhoon relief
  From the Web › MLB.com
  The Bay Area is home to one of the nation's largest Filipino communities, and the Giants have responded by committing extra effort to provide relief in the...
  Share • November 20, 2013 at 4:40 PM
• Giants call on fans to assist with Typhoon Haiyan relief
  From the Web › NBCS Bay Area
  The Giants are asking their fans to join them in assisting with the ongoing relief effort following the devastation caused by Typhoon Haiyan.
  Share • November 20, 2013 at 2:40 PM
• Giants working to agree on deal with Javier Lopez
  From the Web › USA Today
  Lopez went 4-2 with a 1.83 ERA in 69 appearances this season.
  Share • November 20, 2013 at 2:40 PM
• Southpaw Lopez close to deal with Giants
  From the Web › MLB.com
  Reliever Javier Lopez appeared destined to remain a Giant as various sources said Wednesday that the sides were close to agreeing to terms on a contract.
  Share • November 20, 2013 at 2:40 PM
• Bullpen news: Javier Lopez expected to get third year from Giants
  From the Web › NBCS Bay Area
  The Giants know how important Javier Lopez is to their bullpen, and they also know they plan to have a lot of 2-1 and 3-2 leads to protect.
  Share • November 20, 2013 at 1:40 PM
• Twins' Buxton, Cubs' Bryant head AFL Top 20
  From the Web › MLB.com
  The Arizona Fall League was once again chock full of exciting young talent, though the league was younger than it typically has been, as more players who have yet to...
  Share • November 20, 2013 at 12:40 PM
• Giants getting 'close' to deal with LHP Lopez
  From the Web › ESPN
  The Giants were working Wednesday to reach agreement with left-handed reliever Javier Lopez on a three-year contract.
  Share • November 20, 2013 at 11:40 AM
• Giants, Lopez agree on $13 million, 3-year deal
  From the Web › FOX Sports
  Free agent left-hander Javier Lopez has reached agreement on a$13 million, three-year contract to stay with the San FranciscoGiants.
  Share • November 20, 2013 at 11:40 AM
• Report: Giants to re-sign Javier Lopez to three-year deal
  From the Web › HardballTalk
  Giants general manager Brian Sabean revealed yesterday that he was very close to re-signing reliever Javier Lopez and now Steve Berman of Bay Area Sports Guy reports...
  Share • November 20, 2013 at 11:40 AM
• Andrew Baggarly's chat transcript (11.20.13)
  From the Web › NBCS Bay Area
  Giants Insider Andrew Baggarly chats every week! Join him today at 10 a.m. and talk Giants baseball.
  Share • November 20, 2013 at 10:40 AM
• Giants working to agree on deal with Javier Lopez
  From the Web › Sacramento Bee
  The Giants are working to reach agreement with left-handed reliever Javier Lopez on a three-year contract.
  Share • November 20, 2013 at 10:40 AM
• Giants prospect Susac shows progress at catcher
  From the Web › MLB.com
  The San Francisco Giants are fortunate to have Buster Posey, an All-Star-quality catcher. It's a luxury to have a catcher who can hit and play solid defense. Waiting in...
  Share • November 20, 2013 at 7:40 AM
• Tim Kawakami: Giants thinking short-term contracts without giving up draft picks
  From the Web › Sacramento Bee
  The Giants have money, they're not trying to hide that, and why would they? Making loads of money is fun!
  Share • November 20, 2013 at 12:40 AM
• Tim Kawakami: Giants spending on pitching and keeping their draft picks
  From the Web › Sacramento Bee
  The Giants have money, they're not trying to hide that, and why would they? Making loads of money is fun!
  Share • November 19, 2013 at 8:40 PM
• Report: Former Giants 3B Uribe wants three-year deal
  From the Web › NBCS Bay Area
  Former Giant Juan Uribe is coming off a strong season with the Dodgers, and he's looking to cash in with a multiyear contract.
  Share • November 19, 2013 at 5:40 PM
• Twenty leftover quotes, thoughts, stats and links from the Hudson deal and conference call
  From the Web › The Mercury News
  1. My dorm at UCSB had a pretty even NorCal-SoCal split. There were hardcore Giants fans, Dodgers fans and A's fans, and one guy even liked the Angels. I remember more...
  Share • November 19, 2013 at 4:40 PM
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• Kawakami: Giants concentrate on pitching
  From the Web › The Mercury News
  San Francisco Giants general manager Brian Sabean focuses on reshaping pitching staff instead of chasing a big bat.
  Share • November 19, 2013 at 4:40 PM
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• Hudson promises to bring passion, intensity to Giants
  From the Web › MLB.com
  Tim Hudson, who ended his foray into free agency by signing a two-year, $23 million contract with San Francisco, vowed to sustain the passion that has helped him thrive...
  Share • November 19, 2013 at 4:40 PM
• Giants remain interested in Bronson Arroyo
  From the Web › HardballTalk
  The Giants inked veteran right-hander Tim Hudson on Monday to a two-year contract worth $23 million, but they are not done pursuing starting pitchers. Giants assistant...
  Share • November 19, 2013 at 3:40 PM
• Tim Hudson: 'It felt right' to choose Giants over A's
  From the Web › NBCS Bay Area
  Tim Hudson chose to sign with the Giants over returning to the A's because pragmatism trumped emotion.
  Share • November 19, 2013 at 2:40 PM
• Giants near agreement with Lopez, prioritize pitching over LF
  From the Web › NBCS Bay Area
  Right now the Giants' fish finder is trained on bringing back left-hander Javier Lopez, and he's all but back in the boat.
  Share • November 19, 2013 at 2:40 PM
• Rockies sign Hawkins -- could be their closer
  From the Web › NBCS Bay Area
  LaTroy Hawkins agreed to a one-year, $2.5 million deal with the Rockies on Tuesday. Could he end up as Colorado's closer?
  Share • November 19, 2013 at 1:40 PM
• Newest Giant Tim Hudson: 'I feel I can pitch toward the top of any rotation'
  From the Web › San Francisco Chronicle
  By John Shea The Tim Hudson signing (two years, $23 million) was announced today, and the pitcher appeared on a conference call along with GM Brian Sabean, assistant GM...
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• VIDEO: Pablo Sandoval's offseason workouts
  From the Web › NBCS Bay Area
  Pablo Sandoval's brother Michael is giving fans a glimpse into the Panda's workout routine while in his native Venezuela.
  Share • November 19, 2013 at 12:40 PM
• Hudson thrilled to be back in Bay Area; Sabean says Giants are close to re-signing Lopez
  From the Web › The Mercury News
  As he looked to bolster the Giants rotation, general manager Brian Sabean felt that right-hander Tim Hudson "had every box checked." The right-hander felt the same way...
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• Tim Hudson says San Francisco Giants were ideal fit
  From the Web › The Mercury News
  San Francisco Giants new pitcher suffered gruesome ankle injury last season but says he will be fine for spring training
  Share • November 19, 2013 at 12:40 PM
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• Back to the Bay: Hudson excited by Giants
  From the Web › ESPN
  Tim Hudson hardly envisioned his career crossing the country once more to bring him back to the Bay Area.
  Share • November 19, 2013 at 12:40 PM
• Giants "very close" to re-signing Javier Lopez
  From the Web › HardballTalk
  Giants general manager Brian Sabean talked to the local media about various offseason doings today and revealed that he thinks left-handed reliever Javier Lopez is "very...
  Share • November 19, 2013 at 12:40 PM
• Giants finalize $23M, 2-year deal with Tim Hudson
  From the Web › Sacramento Bee
  Tim Hudson is headed back to the Bay Area.FILE - In a May 20, 2011 file photo Atlanta Braves pitcher Tim Hudson throws against the Los Angeles Angels in the first inning...
  Share • November 19, 2013 at 10:40 AM
• Hudson agrees to terms with Giants
  From the Web › Sacramento Bee
  The Giants turned to a familiar name to fill one of the two remaining spots in their starting rotation.
  Share • November 19, 2013 at 12:40 AM
• Hudson's deal official; Giants aren't done spending
  From the Web › NBCS Bay Area
  Tim Hudson's deal with the Giants became official on Monday evening. The Giants now turn their attention to filling other holes.
  Share • November 18, 2013 at 8:40 PM
• Giants land Hudson with 2-year deal
  From the Web › Sacramento Bee
  The San Francisco Giants added another proven arm to an already distinguished starting rotation, agreeing to terms with Tim Hudson on a two-year contract on...
  Share • November 18, 2013 at 8:40 PM
• Hudson agrees to two-year deal with Giants
  From the Web › ESPN
  The San Francisco Giants have agreed to a $23 million, two-year contract with Tim Hudson, who began his career with Oakland. Hudson had a physical Monday, and the team...
  Share • November 18, 2013 at 8:40 PM
• Hudson signing speaks to Sabean's M.O.
  From the Web › MLB.com
  The addition of veteran pitcher Tim Hudson is more than just a nice fit for the Giants, its the latest move in what has been masterful roster management by general...
  Share • November 18, 2013 at 8:40 PM
• Giants add veteran Hudson to rotation
  From the Web › MLB.com
  Reflecting their efforts to strengthen their starting rotation, the Giants announced that they agreed to terms Monday with right-hander Tim Hudson on a two-year...
  Share • November 18, 2013 at 7:40 PM
• Tim Hudson's deal is official, and Giants aren't done spending
  From the Web › NBCS Bay Area
  SAN FRANCISCO – Tim Hudson's surgically repaired ankle must've checked out – along with everything else attached to him.
  Share • November 18, 2013 at 6:40 PM
• Ex-Jays SP Johnson wants to join Padres, Giants
  From the Web › SI.com
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• Report: Josh Johnson would prefer to pitch for the Giants or Padres
  From the Web › HardballTalk
  Free agent right-hander Josh Johnson has two teams at the top of his list among potential landing spots, both of whom could put him in excellent position for a rebound...
  Share • November 18, 2013 at 5:40 PM
• Tim Hudson heads back to Bay Area, signs deal with Giants
  From the Web › FOX Sports
  The Giants were working Monday to finalize agreement on a $23million, two-year contract with free agent right-hander TimHudson.
  Share • November 18, 2013 at 4:40 PM
• Hudson reportedly has two-year deal with Giants
  From the Web › SI.com
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• Signing Hudson sensible now, doesn't mean sensible result
  From the Web › NBCS Bay Area
  Tim Hudson fills a crying need in the Giants' rotation, but a perfectly sensible November signing does not necessarily mean a sensible result.
  Share • November 18, 2013 at 2:40 PM
• Report: Giants, Hudson Agree To Deal
  From the Web › ESPN
  ESPN Video: Buster Olney discusses the report that pitcher Tim Hudson has agreed to a two-year deal with the San Francisco Giants.
  Share • November 18, 2013 at 2:40 PM
• Tim Hudson returns to Bay area with Giants
  From the Web › USA Today
  Hudson agreed to terms on a two-year, $23 million deal with the Giants.
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• Giants, Tim Hudson agree on two-year contract
  From the Web › NBCS Bay Area
  Tim Hudson joins Matt Cain, Madison Bumgarner and Tim Lincecum in a rotation that must return to elite status if the Giants hope to contend for the NL West...
  Share • November 18, 2013 at 1:40 PM
• Tim Hudson agrees to two-year deal with Giants
  From the Web › San Francisco Chronicle
  By John Shea Tim Hudson is returning to the Bay Area - to the other side of the bay. The one-time ace of the A' s agreed to a two-year contract with the Giants, a source...
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• Giants reach deal with Tim Hudson
  From the Web › Sacramento Bee
  Tim Hudson is headed back to the Bay Area.Braves pitcher Tim Hudson fails to survive the fourth inning against the Giants, giving up six earned runs at AT&T Park on...
  Share • November 18, 2013 at 1:40 PM
• Giants close to two-year deal with Tim Hudson (UPDATED)
  From the Web › The Mercury News
  The Giants have turned to a familiar name to fill one of the two remaining spots in their starting rotation. Right-hander Tim Hudson, the former Oakland A's ace, is on...
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• San Francisco Giants, pitcher Tim Hudson agree to two-year deal
  From the Web › The Mercury News
  Former Oakland A's right-hander Tim Hudson, 38, will get $23 million to spend next two seasons in San Francisco
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• Asst. GM: Giants 'close' to deal with Hudson
  From the Web › ESPN
  The San Francisco Giants are working to finalize agreement on a $23 million, two-year contract with free agent right-hander Tim Hudson.
  Share • November 18, 2013 at 1:40 PM
• Giants closing in on deal with Tim Hudson
  From the Web › FOX Sports
  The Giants were working Monday to finalize agreement on a $23million, two-year contract with free agent right-hander TimHudson.
  Share • November 18, 2013 at 1:40 PM
• Giants close to signing veteran hurler Hudson
  From the Web › MLB.com
  The Giants appeared ready to announce an agreement Monday with right-hander Tim Hudson on a two-year contract, reflecting the club's attempt to strengthen its starting...
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• Tim Hudson, Giants agree to two-year, $23 million deal
  From the Web › HardballTalk
  Not only did the Giants hang onto Tim Lincecum, re-signing him to two-year, $35 million, John Shea of the San Francisco Chronicle reports that they're agreed to a deal...
  Share • November 18, 2013 at 1:40 PM
• Giants sign five to minor league contracts
  From the Web › NBCS Bay Area
  Guillermo Quiroz, who served as Buster Posey's backup at times last season, is expected to receive an invitation to major league camp and provide minor league...
  Share • November 18, 2013 at 11:40 AM
• Pros and Cons: Robinson Cano
  From the Web › NBCS Bay Area
  He is a five-time All-Star, five-time Silver Slugger, and two-time Gold Glove award winner but can the Giants afford his services?
  Share • November 17, 2013 at 9:40 PM
• Giants GM Brian Sabean says Buster Posey won't move to first base
  From the Web › HardballTalk
  Days after the Twins announced they are moving catcher Joe Mauer over to first base full-time, Giants GM Brian Sabean shot down speculation that the team would do the...
  Share • November 17, 2013 at 6:40 PM
• Tigers may be eyeing Wilson as closer
  From the Web › NBCS Bay Area
  It was reported earlier this week that the Tigers and veteran closer Joe Nathan had "mutual interest, but the team may go in a different direction.
  Share • November 16, 2013 at 8:40 PM