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Giants’ Recent Performance
DENVER – The Giants are on a roll, winning eight of their last nine games and achieving a .500 record for the first time since August 10. They began September with a convincing 8-2 victory against the struggling Rockies and are now five games behind in the wild-card race with 24 games remaining in the season.
Focus of the Team
Is their ranking in the standings a significant topic of discussion among the players? Not for ace pitcher Logan Webb, who noted, “To be honest, we have not as a group looked at that. We haven’t talked about it.”
Coping with Challenges
Webb reflected on the team’s previous struggles, including a tough stretch where they lost 15 out of 16 games. He said, “So we just kind of put our heads down and said, ‘Let’s just try to take it day by day and play for something bigger than ourselves.’ Good things have happened, right?” The team has recently shown improvement, with stellar performances, including hitting three home runs in Monday’s game.
Statistical Achievements
The Giants have homered in 15 consecutive games, marking their best power display since 2001. Rafael Devers hit his 14th homer for the team, while Drew Gilbert and Willy Adames also contributed, with Adames on track to hit 30 home runs this season.
Looking Towards the Future
Beyond just this season, the Giants are eager to find strategies for the future. They are giving key player opportunities at different positions and carefully assessing their bullpen, which has seen many changes since the start of the season. Key executives like Buster Posey and Zack Minasian are observing the final month closely, while newcomer JT Brubaker joins the roster after a stint with the Yankees.
End-of-Season Goals
September holds significance for the Giants not only for the current season but also for future aspirations, as they strive for a winning record for the first time in four years. “In 2021, we won 107 games… We just tried to win every single game,” Webb reminded, reflecting on the competitive spirit the team aims to maintain as they close out the season.
