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The San Francisco Giants were 58-83, 4th in the NL West. Yesterday, the San Francisco Giants were outplayed by the Pittsburgh Pirates 2-5 at PNC Park.

Giants Daily Vibe Check
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last night's loss

The score reflects some real issues. A 3-run loss last night is the biggest weight on the score. Also weighing on the score: 6.3 RA/G over the last 7. The pitching is leaking.

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Giants Game on September 04

Opponent:New York Mets (63-77)
Location:Citi Field
First Pitch:07:10 PM EDT
Pitching Matchup:Matt Wilkinson (0-2, 4.63 ERA) vs Nolan McLean (10-8, 3.06 ERA)
TV Broadcast:WPIX, NBCS BA
Forecast:☁️ Overcast, 78°F, Wind 3 mph

Giants Score & Recap

Yesterday, the San Francisco Giants were outplayed by the Pittsburgh Pirates 2-5 at PNC Park.

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Giants Record & Standings

NL West

TeamL10WLPCTGBSTRK
Dodgers
8357.593 W1
D-backs
7467.5259.5 W1
Padres
7367.52110.0 L2
Giants
5883.41125.5 L1
Rockies
5486.38629.0 W2

San Francisco Giants are 3-4 in their last 7 games, with a -4 run differential.

Giants Player Stats & Leaders

Batting Leaders

PlayerHRAVGOPSRBI
16
Rafael Devers
 32.252.83183
8
Bryce Eldridge
 15.261.80145
51
Jung Hoo Lee
 9.283.73951

Pitching Leaders

PitcherW-LERAWHIPIP
66
Dylan Smith
 0-53.131.3331.2
65
Landen Roupp
 8-134.171.29144.2
62
Logan Webb
 8-84.211.16149.2

Hot Hitters

PlayerStreak
61
Drew Cavanaugh
 4 hits, 2 RBI, .4 AVG in last 3 games
16
Rafael Devers
 3 hits, 2 HR, 4 RBI, .273 AVG in last 3 games
52
Turner Hill
 5 hits, 3 RBI, .455 AVG in last 3 games

Hot Pitchers

PitcherStreak
66
Dylan Smith
 3.0 scoreless IP, 5 K in 3 recent games

Giants News

After a narrow 5-4 victory over the Pirates, the Giants are breathing a little easier, but their pitching woes linger. The offense, led by a resurgent Rafael Devers, is producing an impressive 6.3 runs per game over the last week, yet the staff is hemorrhaging 5.7 runs in that same span. With Keaton Winn now on the 60-day IL, the pressure mounts on the bullpen to step up, especially as they welcome the Pirates back for another series. Adding to the mix, the Giants claimed infielder Brett Harris, signaling they’re still looking to shuffle pieces as they evaluate young talent. Meanwhile, expect big things from Bryce Eldridge, who’s quietly made a name for himself at the plate. The season may be winding down, but the Giants are determined to finish strong.

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Giants Upcoming Schedule

The San Francisco Giants host the St. Louis Cardinals for a 3-game series starting Monday.

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