http://www.newsvine.com/ryan-vogelsongNewsvine - ryan-vogelsongen-usCopyright 2013Mon, 15 Apr 2013 00:21:50 +0000Tue, 21 May 2013 14:11:06 +0000http://www.newsvine.comhttp://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2013/04/11/17709656-jackson-bowden-tie-wp-mark-giants-beat-cubs-10-7http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2013/04/11/17709656-jackson-bowden-tie-wp-mark-giants-beat-cubs-10-7mlbsportsgiantscubsodd-newssan-francisco-giantschicago-cubsedwin-jacksonmarco-scutaroangel-paganpablo-sandovalmichael-bowdenmadison-bumgarnerstarlin-castroryan-vogelsongThu, 11 Apr 2013 22:38:04 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>From left, San Francisco Giants' Gregor Blanco, Angel Pagan and Hunter Pence celebrate their 7-6 win over the Chicago Cubs in a baseball game in Chicago, Thursday, April 11, 2013. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)</p><p>San Francisco Giants' Brandon Crawford hits an RBI single against the Chicago Cubs during the fifth inning of a baseball game in Chicago, Thursday, April 11, 2013. The Giants won 7-6. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)</p><p>San Francisco Giants shortstop Brandon Crawford, right, throws to first after forcing out Chicago Cubs' Nate Schierholtz during the eighth inning of a baseball game in Chicago, Thursday, April 11, 2013. Cubs' Welington Castillo was out at first. The Giants won 7-6. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)</p><p>El campocorto Brandon Crawford, derecha, de los Gigantes de San Francisco, lanza a primera base tras obtener un out en segunda sobre el dominicano Welington Castillo, de los Cachorros de Chicago, durante el segundo inning del partido en Chicago, el jueves 11 de abril de 2013. Los Gigantes ganaron 7-6. (Foto AP/Nam Y. Huh)</p><p>San Francisco Giants closer Sergio Romo, left, celebrates with shortstop Brandon Crawford after they defeated the Chicago Cubs 7-6 in a baseball game in Chicago, Thursday, April 11, 2013. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)</p><p>Chicago Cubs' Welington Castillo, left, scores on a single hit by Brent Lillibridge as San Francisco Giants catcher Buster Posey, right, dives in with the late tag during the third inning of a baseball game in Chicago, Thursday, April 11, 2013. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)</p><p>San Francisco Giants shortstop Brandon Crawford, right, throws to first after forcing out Chicago Cubs' Welington Castillo during the second inning of a baseball game in Chicago, Thursday, April 11, 2013. Chicago Cubs' Brent Lillibridge advanced to second, on a throwing error by Crawford. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)</p><p>Chicago Cubs starter Scott Feldman, bottom, can't make the catch from first baseman Anthony Rizzo as San Francisco Giants' Angel Pagan(16) is safe at first base during the first inning of a baseball game in Chicago, Thursday, April 11, 2013. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)</p><p>Chicago Cubs starter Scott Feldman tosses the ball during the first inning of a baseball game against the San Francisco Giants in Chicago, Thursday, April 11, 2013. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)</p><p>Chicago Cubs' Starlin Castro, right, celebrates with teammate Luis Valbuena after hitting a game-winning double against the San Francisco Giants during the ninth inning of a baseball game in Chicago, Friday, April 12, 2013. The Cubs won 4-3. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)</p><p>Chicago Cubs second baseman Alberto Gonzalez, left, celebrates after forcing out San Francisco Giants' Brandon Crawford, right, during the eighth inning of a baseball game in Chicago, Friday, April 12, 2013. Giants' Andres Torres was out at first. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)</p><p>San Francisco Giants starter Matt Cain walks back to the dugout during the second inning of a baseball game against the Chicago Cubs in Chicago, Friday, April 12, 2013. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)</p><p>Chicago Cubs' Starlin Castro hits a solo home run against the San Francisco Giants during the fifth inning of a baseball game in Chicago, Friday, April 12, 2013. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)</p><p>Chicago Cubs second baseman Darwin Barney poses with his gold glove award that was presented to him before a baseball game against the San Francisco Giants in Chicago, Friday, April 12, 2013. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)</p><p>Chicago Cubs' David DeJesus, right, celebrates with third base coach David Bell after hitting a solo home run during the third inning of a baseball game against the San Francisco Giants in Chicago, Friday, April 12, 2013. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)</p><p>San Francisco Giants closer Santiago Casilla, right, celebrates with catcher Buster Posey after the Giants defeated the Chicago Cubs 3-2 in a baseball game in Chicago, Saturday, April 13, 2013. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)</p><p>Chicago Cubs shortstop Starlin Castro, left, drops the ball as San Francisco Giants' Brandon Crawford is safe at second on sacrifice bunt by Madison Bumgarner during the seventh inning of a baseball game in Chicago, Saturday, April 13, 2013. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)</p><p>San Francisco Giants third baseman Pablo Sandoval tumbles over the wall catchign a foul ball hit by Chicago Cubs' Luis Valbuena during the ninth inning of a baseball game in Chicago, Saturday, April 13, 2013. The Giants won 3-2. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)</p><p>San Francisco Giants starter Madison Bumgarner hits a sacrifice bunt against the Chicago Cubs during the seventh inning of a baseball game in Chicago, Saturday, April 13, 2013. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)</p><p>San Francisco Giants starter Madison Bumgarner, right, talks with catcher Buster Posey during the sixth inning of a baseball game against the Chicago Cubs in Chicago, Saturday, April 13, 2013. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)</p><p>Chicago Cubs' Dioner Navarro hits a two-run home run against the San Francisco Giants during the seventh inning of a baseball game in Chicago, Saturday, April 13, 2013. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)</p><p>San Francisco Giants' Pablo Sandoval hits an RBI single against the Chicago Cubs during the sixth inning of a baseball game in Chicago, Saturday, April 13, 2013. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)</p><p>Chicago Cubs third baseman Brent Lillibridge (20) catches a fly ball hit by San Francisco Giants' Brandon Belt during the sixth inning of a baseball game in Chicago, Saturday, April 13, 2013. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)</p><p>San Francisco Giants closer Sergio Romo, right, celebrates with catcher Hector Sanchez after defeating the Chicago Cubs 10-7 in a baseball game in Chicago, Sunday, April 14, 2013. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)</p><p>Chicago Cubs relief pitcher Shawn Camp reacts after San Francisco Giants' Hunter Pence hit a solo home run during the ninth inning of a baseball game in Chicago, Sunday, April 14, 2013. The Giants won 10-7. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)</p><p>Chicago Cubs relief pitcher Michael Bowden reacts after throwing a wild pitch during the sixth inning of a baseball game against the San Francisco Giants in Chicago, Sunday, April 14, 2013. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)</p><p>San Francisco Giants' Gregor Blanco celebrates after scoring on a two-run RBI-single hit by Nick Noonan during the sixth inning of a baseball game against the Chicago Cubs in Chicago, Sunday, April 14, 2013. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)</p><p>Chicago Cubs shortstop Starlin Castro, left top, throws to first after forcing out San Francisco Giants' Angel Pagan during the sixth inning of a baseball game in Chicago, Sunday, April 14, 2013. Giants' Marco Scutaro was out at first. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2013/03/25/17461345-vogelsong-works-6-innings-as-giants-beat-cubs-9-3http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2013/03/25/17461345-vogelsong-works-6-innings-as-giants-beat-cubs-9-3mlbsportsgiantscubssan-franciscosan-francisco-giantschicago-cubsryan-vogelsongMon, 25 Mar 2013 23:58:04 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2013/03/20/17391297-giants-and-brewers-play-0-0-10-inning-tiehttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2013/03/20/17391297-giants-and-brewers-play-0-0-10-inning-tiemlbsportsgiantsbrewerschris-narvesonryan-vogelsongsan-francisco?sWed, 20 Mar 2013 23:48:19 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2013/03/16/17340817-team-usa-ousted-from-wbc-a-journeyman-jolts-emhttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2013/03/16/17340817-team-usa-ousted-from-wbc-a-journeyman-jolts-emsportsoutusabbius-newswbcteam-usajoe-mauerryan-braunryan-vogelsongSat, 16 Mar 2013 20:50:03 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>Puerto Rico pitcher Nelson Figueroa holds up his flag as he celebrates after Puerto Rico defeated the United States 4-3 during a second-round elimination game of the World Baseball Classic, Friday, March 15, 2013, in Miami. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee)</p><p>USA Shane Victorino reacts after striking out during the ninth inning of the World Baseball Classic second round Pool 2 elimination game between Puerto Rico and the United States at Marlins Park in Miami on Friday, March 15, 2013. Puerto Rico defeated the U.S. 4-3. (AP Photo/The Miami Herald, David Santiago) MAGS OUT </p><p>USA manager Joe Torre, left, pulls out pitcher Vinnie Pestano during the sixth inning of the World Baseball Classic second round Pool 2 elimination game between Puerto Rico and the United States at Marlins Park in Miami on Friday, March 15, 2013. (AP Photo/The Miami Herald, David Santiago) MAGS OUT </p><p>Puerto Rico catcher Yadier Molina ,left, pitching coach Rick Bones,center, and pitcher Nelson Figueroa celebrate after defeating the USA 4-3 in the World Baseball Classic second round Pool 2 elimination game between Puerto Rico and the United States at Marlins Park in Miami on Friday, March 15, 2013. (AP Photo/The Miami Herald, David Santiago) MAGS OUT</p><p>USA shortstop Jimmy Rollins throws from the ground during the ninth inning of the World Baseball Classic second round Pool 2 elimination game between Puerto Rico and the United States at Marlins Park in Miami on Friday, March 15, 2013. Puerto Rico defeated the U.S. 4-3. (AP Photo/The Miami Herald, David Santiago) MAGS OUT </p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2013/02/27/17121887-vogelsong-sharp-giants-and-angels-tie-at-8http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2013/02/27/17121887-vogelsong-sharp-giants-and-angels-tie-at-8mlbangelssportsgiantslos-angeles-angelssan-francisco-giantsworld-baseball-classicbruce-bochyryan-vogelsongThu, 28 Feb 2013 00:20:46 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>San Francisco Giants' Ryan Vogelsong throws during the first inning of an exhibition spring training baseball game against the Los Angeles Angels, Wednesday, Feb. 27, 2013, in Tempe, Ariz. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)</p><p>Los Angeles Angels' Bill Hall, right, is helped off the field after getting hurt during a spring training baseball game against the San Francisco Giants Wednesday, Feb. 27, 2013, in Tempe, Ariz. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)</p><p>San Francisco Giants' Barry Zito throws before the fifth inning of an exhibition spring training baseball game against the Los Angeles Angels, Wednesday, Feb. 27, 2013, in Tempe, Ariz. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2013/02/27/17119871-japan-tries-make-it-3-wbc-titles-in-a-rowhttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2013/02/27/17119871-japan-tries-make-it-3-wbc-titles-in-a-rowsportsbaseballclassicworld-seriessan-franciscoworld-baseball-classicfar-eastbbimiguel-cabrerapablo-sandovalryan-vogelsongWed, 27 Feb 2013 20:13:57 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>San Francisco Giants' Ryan Vogelsong throws during the first inning of an exhibition spring training baseball game against the Los Angeles Angels Saturday, Feb. 23, 2013, in Scottsdale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings) </p><p>San Francisco Giants' Pablo Sandoval hits a double during the third inning of an exhibition spring training baseball game against the Chicago Cubs Sunday, Feb. 24, 2013, in Mesa, Ariz. (AP Photo/Morry Gash) </p><p>San Francisco Giants' Pablo Sandoval scores on a base hit by teammate Joaquin Arias during the third inning of a spring training baseball game against the Chicago White Sox, Monday, Feb. 25, 2013, in Scottsdale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Matt York)</p><p>FILE - In this Oct. 3, 2010, file photo, then-Los Angeles Dodgers manager Joe Torre walks up the steps after a baseball game against the Arizona Diamondbacks in Los Angeles. Torre is returning to the top step of the dugout to manage the Americans at the World Baseball Clasic. Team USA have yet to even reach the championship game of this hugely popular international event played every three years. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong, File)</p><p>FILE - In this Sept. 16, 2012, file photo, San Francisco Giants' Ryan Vogelsong, bottom, looks down at the baseball after giving up a three-run triple to Arizona Diamondbacks' Patrick Corbin as Giants' Pablo Sandoval looks on in the fourth inning during a baseball game in Phoenix. Vogelsong has a little running joke that he is going to plunk Sandoval in the World Baseball Classic to keep the Panda from a three-homer game like the one he produced in Game 1 of the World Series last fall. Sandoval plans to play nice once he pulls on the Venezuela uniform. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin, File)</p><p>FILE - In this Feb. 23, 2013 file photo, Japan's Ryoji Aikawa, left, is welcomed by manager Koji Yamamoto, right, and coach Osamu Higashio, second from right, after hitting a come-from-behind three-run homer against Australia in the eighth inning of their exhibition baseball game at Kyocera Dome in Osaka, western Japan. The team to beat in the third World Baseball Classic is two-time winner Japan. (AP Photo/Kyodo News) JAPAN OUT, MANDATORY CREDIT, NO LICENSING IN CHINA, HONG KONG, JAPAN, SOUTH KOREA AND FRANCE</p><p>San Francisco Giants' Pablo Sandoval walks to the dugout during the first inning of a spring training baseball game against the Chicago White Sox, Monday, Feb. 25, 2013, in Scottsdale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Matt York)</p><p>Colorado Rockies' Carlos Gonzalez, bottom, steals second with Chicago Cubs' Brent Lillibridge covering during the fourth inning of an exhibition spring training baseball game, Tuesday, Feb. 26, 2013, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Morry Gash) </p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2013/02/23/17070501-vogelsong-sandoval-lead-giants-past-angels-4-1http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2013/02/23/17070501-vogelsong-sandoval-lead-giants-past-angels-4-1mlbangelssportsgiantslos-angeles-angelssan-francisco-giantskung-fu-pandapablo-sandovalryan-vogelsongjackson-williams'although-pablo-sandovalSat, 23 Feb 2013 22:41:19 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>San Francisco Giants' Pablo Sandoval hits an RBI single during the fourth inning of an exhibition spring training baseball game against the Los Angeles Angels Saturday, Feb. 23, 2013, in Scottsdale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)</p><p>San Francisco Giants' Ryan Vogelsong throws during the first inning of an exhibition spring training baseball game against the Los Angeles Angels Saturday, Feb. 23, 2013, in Scottsdale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings) </p><p>Los Angeles Angels' Brad Mills throws during the first inning of an exhibition spring training baseball game against the San Francisco Giants Saturday, Feb. 23, 2013, in Scottsdale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings) </p><p>San Francisco Giants manager Bruce Bochy walks back to the dugout before an exhibition spring training baseball game against the Los Angeles Angels Saturday, Feb. 23, 2013, in Scottsdale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings) </p><p>San Francisco Giants' Marco Scutaro runs onto the field for an exhibition spring training baseball game against the Los Angeles Angels Saturday, Feb. 23, 2013, in Scottsdale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings) </p><p>San Francisco Giants' Marco Scutaro throws out Los Angeles Angels' Andrew Romine at first base in the first inning of an exhibition spring training baseball game Saturday, Feb. 23, 2013, in Scottsdale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)</p><p>Los Angeles Angels' Kole Calhoun steals second as San Francisco Giants' Joaquin Arias takes the throw during the third inning of an exhibition spring training baseball game Saturday, Feb. 23, 2013, in Scottsdale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)</p><p>San Francisco Giants' Jackson Williams, left, throws out Los Angeles Angels' J.B. Shuck at first base during the fourth inning of an exhibition spring training baseball game Saturday, Feb. 23, 2013, in Scottsdale, Ariz. Giants pitcher Chad Gaudin watches the play at right. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings) </p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/10/26/14725013-vogelsong-took-long-journey-to-world-series-starthttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/10/26/14725013-vogelsong-took-long-journey-to-world-series-startmlbsportsworld-seriesseriessan-francisco-giantsvogelsongryan-vogelsongFri, 26 Oct 2012 18:12:30 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Ryan Vogelsong throws during the first inning of Game 6 of baseball's National League championship series against the St. Louis Cardinals Sunday, Oct. 21, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Ben Margot) </p><p>San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Ryan Vogelsong throws during the first inning of Game 6 of baseball's National League championship series against the St. Louis Cardinals Sunday, Oct. 21, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Ben Margot) </p><p>San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Ryan Vogelsong throws during the first inning of Game 6 of baseball's National League championship series against the St. Louis Cardinals Sunday, Oct. 21, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Ben Margot) </p><p>San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Ryan Vogelsong throws during the third inning of Game 6 of baseball's National League championship series against the St. Louis Cardinals Sunday, Oct. 21, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Ben Margot) </p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/10/24/14678256-giants-complete-sweep-world-series-championshttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/10/24/14678256-giants-complete-sweep-world-series-championsmlbsportsonlineworld-seriesseriesdetroit-lionssan-franciscosan-francisco-giantsdetroit-tigersbarry-zitotriple-crowncomerica-parkjeremy-affeldtmiguel-cabreramatt-cainmarco-scutaroprince-fielderjustin-verlanderdelmon-youngomar-infanteanibal-sanchezangel-paganoctavio-dotelmatthew-staffordhunter-pencetim-lincecumaustin-jacksonmax-scherzerbuster-poseygregor-blancopablo-sandovalrick-porcellodoug-fistersergio-romoryan-vogelsongbrandon-crawforddrew-smylyquintin-berryThu, 25 Oct 2012 00:04:30 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>Detroit Tigers' Miguel Cabrera waits to take batting practice before Game 1 of baseball's World Series against the San Francisco Giants Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez) </p><p>A Detroit Tigers players holds a catchers mitt of baseballs before Game 1 of baseball's World Series against the San Francisco Giants Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) </p><p>Detroit Tigers' Jhonny Peralta waits to take batting practice before Game 1 of baseball's World Series against the San Francisco Giants Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) </p><p>Detroit Tigers' Prince Fielder smiles during introductions before Game 1 of baseball's World Series against the San Francisco Giants Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) </p><p>In this photo shot with a fisheye lens, Phillip Phillips sings the national anthem before the start of Game 1 of baseball's World Series between the San Francisco Giants and Detroit Tigers Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings) </p><p>San Francisco Giants' Pablo Sandoval hits a home run during the first inning of Game 1 of baseball's World Series against the Detroit Tigers Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) </p><p>Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Justin Verlander throws during the first inning of Game 1 of baseball's World Series against the San Francisco Giants Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) </p><p>San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Barry Zito throws during the first inning of Game 1 of baseball's World Series against the Detroit Tigers Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) </p><p>Fans try and catch a home run hit by San Francisco Giants' Pablo Sandoval during the first inning of Game 1 of baseball's World Series against the Detroit Tigers Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) </p><p>Phillip Phillips sings the national anthem before Game 1 of baseball's World Series between the San Francisco Giants and the Detroit Tigers Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Eric Risberg) </p><p>San Francisco Giants' Pablo Sandoval is congratulated by Angel Pagan after Sandoval hit a home run during the first inning of Game 1 of baseball's World Series Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu) </p><p>San Francisco Giants' Pablo Sandoval is congratulated by teammates after hitting a home run during the first inning of Game 1 of baseball's World Series against the Detroit Tigers Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) </p><p>San Francisco Giants' Pablo Sandoval reacts after hitting a home run during the first inning of Game 1 of baseball's World Series against the Detroit Tigers Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) </p><p>San Francisco Giants' Pablo Sandoval hits a two-run home run during the third inning of Game 1 of baseball's World Series against the Detroit Tigers Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez) </p><p>San Francisco Giants' Pablo Sandoval is congratulated in the dugout after hitting a two-run home run during the third inning of Game 1 of baseball's World Series against the Detroit Tigers Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) </p><p>Detroit Tigers' Justin Verlander reacts after San Francisco Giants' Pablo Sandoval hit a two-run home run during the third inning of Game 1 of baseball's World Series Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez) </p><p>San Francisco Giants' Pablo Sandoval reacts after hitting a two-run home run during the third inning of Game 1 of baseball's World Series Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez) </p><p>Detroit Tigers' Omar Infante strikes during the third inning of Game 1 of baseball's World Series against the San Francisco Giants, Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel) </p><p>San Francisco Giants manager Bruce Bochy, left, shakes hands with Detroit Tigers manager Jim Leyland before Game 1 of baseball's World Series Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Ezra Shaw, Pool) </p><p>San Francisco Giants' Pablo Sandoval reacts after hitting a home run during the fifth inning of Game 1 of baseball's World Series against the Detroit Tigers Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez) </p><p>Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Justin Verlander watches from the dugout during the seventh inning of Game 1 of baseball's World Series against the San Francisco Giants Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) </p><p>Detroit Tigers' Jose Valverde throws during the seventh inning of Game 1 of baseball's World Series against the San Francisco Giants Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez) </p><p>San Francisco Giants catcher Buster Posey pauses before Game 2 of baseball's World Series against the Detroit Tigers Thursday, Oct. 25, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) </p><p>Willie Mays and San Francisco Giants' Barry Zito walk to the mound to help with the ceremonial first pitch before Game 2 of baseball's World Series against the Detroit Tigers Thursday, Oct. 25, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) </p><p>A fan watches bating practice before Game 2 of baseball's World Series between the San Francisco Giants and the Detroit Tigers Thursday, Oct. 25, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel) </p><p>Fans wait for the start of Game 2 of baseball's World Series between the San Francisco Giants and the Detroit Tigers from McCovey Cove Thursday, Oct. 25, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Eric Risberg) </p><p>San Francisco Giants' Buster Posey tags out Detroit Tigers' Prince Fielder, right, at home plate in the second inning of Game 2 of baseball's World Series Thursday, Oct. 25, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel) </p><p>Detroit Tigers' Prince Fielder reacts as home plate umpire Dan Iassogna calls him out on a play at the plate during the second inning of Game 2 of baseball's World Series against the San Francisco Giants Thursday, Oct. 25, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) </p><p>A trainer looks at Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Doug Fister after getting hit by a ball off the bat of San Francisco Giants' Gregor Blanco during the second inning of Game 2 of baseball's World Series Thursday, Oct. 25, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) </p><p>Detroit Tigers' Doug Fister wipes his face during the second inning of Game 2 of baseball's World Series against the San Francisco Giants Thursday, Oct. 25, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu) </p><p>Detroit Tigers' Doug Fister reacts after being hit in the head on a hit by San Francisco Giants' Gregor Blanco during the second inning of Game 2 of baseball's World Series Thursday, Oct. 25, 2012, in San Francisco. Fister stayed in the game. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel) </p><p>San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Madison Bumgarner reacts after the San Francisco Giants hit into a double play during the seventh inning of Game 2 of baseball's World Series Thursday, Oct. 25, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez) </p><p>Detroit Tigers first baseman Prince Fielder takes a throw from pitcher Doug Fister during the fifth inning of Game 2 of baseball's World Series Thursday, Oct. 25, 2012, in San Francisco. San Francisco Giants' Gregor Blanco was called out at first. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez) </p><p>San Francisco Giants' Gregor Blanco bunts to load the bases during the seventh inning of Game 2 of baseball's World Series against the Detroit Tigers, Thursday, Oct. 25, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel) </p><p>Detroit Tigers manager Jim Leyland, left, shakes hands with San Francisco Giants manager Bruce Bochy before Game 3 of baseball's World Series Saturday, Oct. 27, 2012, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya ) </p><p>The San Francisco Giants and Detroit Tigers line up for the national anthem before Game 3 of baseball's World Series Saturday, Oct. 27, 2012, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya ) </p><p>Fans ride the Comerica Carousel before the start of Game 3 of baseball's World Series between the San Francisco Giants and Detroit Tigers Saturday, Oct. 27, 2012, in Detroit. The Giants lead the series 2-0. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum) </p><p>Detroit Tigers third baseman Miguel Cabrera poses with Frank Robinson, left, and Major League Baseball Commissioner Bud Selig as he receives Triple Crown award at a news conference before Game 3 of baseball's World Series between the Detroit Tigers and the San Francisco Giants Saturday, Oct. 27, 2012, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya ) </p><p>San Francisco Giants catcher Buster Posey poses with Major League Baseball Commissioner Bud Selig, left, and Hank Aaron as he receives National League Hank Aaron Award before Game 3 of baseball's World Series between the Detroit Tigers and the San Francisco Giants Saturday, Oct. 27, 2012, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky) </p><p>San Francisco Giants' Hunter Pence steals second as Detroit Tigers' Jhonny Peralta takes the throw during the second inning of Game 3 of baseball's World Series Saturday, Oct. 27, 2012, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky) </p><p>San Francisco Giants' Gregor Blanco hits an RBI triple during the second inning of Game 3 of baseball's World Series against the Detroit Tigers Saturday, Oct. 27, 2012, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel) </p><p>San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Ryan Vogelsong throws during the second inning of Game 3 of baseball's World Series against the Detroit Tigers Saturday, Oct. 27, 2012, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya ) </p><p>Detroit Tigers center fielder Austin Jackson (14) misses the ball hit by San Francisco Giants shortstop Brandon Crawford during the second inning of Game 3 of baseball's World Series against the San Francisco Giants Saturday, Oct. 27, 2012, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky) </p><p>San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Ryan Vogelsong throws during the first inning of Game 3 of baseball's World Series against the Detroit Tigers Saturday, Oct. 27, 2012, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Scott Rovak, Pool) </p><p>Detroit Tigers' Miguel Cabrera reacts after flying out with bases loaded to end the fifth inning of Game 3 of baseball's World Series against the San Francisco Giants Saturday, Oct. 27, 2012, in Detroit. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) </p><p>Detroit Tigers third baseman Miguel Cabrera fields a ball hit by San Francisco Giants' Hunter Pence during the sixth inning of Game 3 of baseball's World Series Saturday, Oct. 27, 2012, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum) </p><p>San Francisco Giants' Tim Lincecum throws during the seventh inning of Game 3 of baseball's World Series against the Detroit Tigers Saturday, Oct. 27, 2012, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum) </p><p>Detroit Tigers' Jhonny Peralta catches his helmet after tossing it in air after he popped out in sixth inning of Game 3 of baseball's World Series against the San Francisco Giants Saturday, Oct. 27, 2012, in Detroit (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky) </p><p>San Francisco Giants right fielder Hunter Pence runs safely to the first as Detroit Tigers first baseman Prince Fielder reaches for the ball during the sixth inning of Game 3 of baseball's World Series against the Detroit Tigers Saturday, Oct. 27, 2012, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio) </p><p>Detroit Tigers' Jhonny Peralta tosses his helmet in air after he popped out in sixth inning of Game 3 of baseball's World Series against the San Francisco Giants Saturday, Oct. 27, 2012, in Detroit (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky) </p><p>San Francisco Giants right fielder Gregor Blanco slides into the first base as Detroit Tigers first baseman Prince Fielder reaches for the ball to force Blanco out during the seventh inning of Game 3 of baseball's World Series Saturday, Oct. 27, 2012, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio) </p><p>San Francisco Giants' Pablo Sandoval reacts after hitting a double during the eighth inning of Game 3 of baseball's World Series against the Detroit Tigers Saturday, Oct. 27, 2012, in Detroit. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) </p><p>Detroit Tigers' Joaquin Benoit throws during the eighth inning of Game 3 of baseball's World Series against the San Francisco Giants Saturday, Oct. 27, 2012, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum) </p><p>San Francisco Giants right fielder Gregor Blanco makes a catch near the wall of a ball hit by Detroit Tigers' Jhonny Peralta during the ninth inning of Game 3 of baseball's World Series Saturday, Oct. 27, 2012, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya ) </p><p>San Francisco Giants' Sergio Romo throws during the ninth inning of Game 3 of baseball's World Series against the Detroit Tigers Saturday, Oct. 27, 2012, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum) </p><p>Detroit Tigers third baseman Miguel Cabrera breaks a bat as he grounds out to shortstop during the eighth inning of Game 3 of baseball's World Series Saturday, Oct. 27, 2012, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel) </p><p>Detroit Tigers' Miguel Cabrera watches from the dugout during the ninth inning of Game 3 of baseball's World Series against the San Francisco Giants Saturday, Oct. 27, 2012, in Detroit. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) </p><p>Detroit Tigers' Prince Fielder congratulates Miguel Cabrera after Cabrera's two-run home run during the third inning of Game 4 of baseball's World Series against the San Francisco Giants Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012, in Detroit. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) </p><p>Detroit Tigers' Prince Fielder reacts after striking out during the first inning of Game 4 of baseball's World Series against the San Francisco Giants Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky) </p><p>Detroit Tigers designated hitter Delmon Young, right, celebrates in the dugout after hitting a solo home run during the sixth inning of Game 4 of baseball's World Series Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum) </p><p>San Francisco Giants catcher Buster Posey hits a two-run home run during the sixth inning of Game 4 of baseball's World Series Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel) </p><p>This image taken with a fisheye lens shows a Detroit Tigers fan watching batting practice before Game 4 of baseball's World Series against the San Francisco Giants Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel) </p><p>San Francisco Giants' Ryan Theriot is bundled up during batting practice before Game 4 of baseball's World Series against the Detroit Tigers Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012, in Detroit. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) </p><p>San Francisco Giants pitcher Tim Lincecum tries to stay warm Game 4 of baseball's World Series against the Detroit Tigers Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky) </p><p>San Francisco Giants' Pablo Sandoval warms his hands before Game 4 of baseball's World Series against the Detroit Tigers Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky) </p><p>Detroit Tigers' Miguel Cabrera waits to hit during batting practice before Game 4 of baseball's World Series against the San Francisco Giants Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum) </p><p>Detroit Tigers manager Jim Leyland talks to Miguel Cabrera before Game 4 of baseball's World Series against the San Francisco Giants Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012, in Detroit. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) </p><p>Detroit Tigers manager Jim Leyland hits balls during batting practice before Game 4 of baseball's World Series against the San Francisco Giants Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012, in Detroit. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) </p><p>San Francisco Giants' Brandon Belt hits an RBI triple during the second inning of Game 4 of baseball's World Series against the Detroit Tigers Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky) </p><p>San Francisco Giants right fielder Hunter Pence, left, celebrates after scoring a run during the second inning of Game 4 of baseball's World Series against the Detroit Tigers Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012, in Detroit. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) </p><p>San Francisco Giants first baseman Brandon Belt hits an RBI triple during the second inning of Game 4 of baseball's World Series against the Detroit Tigers Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel) </p><p>San Francisco Giants right fielder Hunter Pence hits a ground rule double during the second inning of Game 4 of baseball's World Series against the Detroit Tigers Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel) </p><p>Detroit Tigers' Miguel Cabrera hits a two-run home run during the third inning of Game 4 of baseball's World Series against the San Francisco Giants Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum) </p><p>Ann Romney, wife of Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney watches Game 4 of baseball's World Series between the San Francisco Giants and the Detroit Tigers Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings) </p><p>Detroit Tigers' Delmon Young runs after hitting a solo home run against San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Matt Cain during the sixth inning of Game 4 of baseball's World Series Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum) </p><p>San Francisco Giants relief pitcher Sergio Romo reacts after Game 4 of baseball's World Series against the Detroit Tigers Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012, in Detroit. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) </p><p>San Francisco Giants' Marco Scutaro hits RBI single during the 10th inning of Game 4 of baseball's World Series against the Detroit Tigers Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012, in Detroit. Ryan Theriot scored on the hit. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky) </p><p>San Francisco Giants second baseman Ryan Theriot slides safely to score a run past Detroit Tigers catcher Gerald Laird during the 10th inning of Game 4 of baseball's World Series against the Detroit Tigers Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel) </p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/10/23/14650887-how-sweep-it-is-giants-finish-off-tigershttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/10/23/14650887-how-sweep-it-is-giants-finish-off-tigersmlbsportsworld-seriesseriessan-franciscosan-francisco-giantsdetroit-tigersjim-leylandworld-series-gameus-newscy-youngtriple-crowncomerica-parkmiguel-cabreramatt-cainmarco-scutarojustin-verlanderdelmon-youngmelky-cabreraomar-infantebruce-bochykung-fu-pandagregor-blancopablo-sandovalal-alburquerquemadison-bumgarnerdoug-fisterryan-vogelsongbrandon-crawforddetroit-prince-fieldergage-brookensmvp-pandaTue, 23 Oct 2012 21:58:52 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>San Francisco Giants relief pitcher Sergio Romo reacts after the final out in Game 7 of baseball's National League championship series against the St. Louis Cardinals Monday, Oct. 22, 2012, in San Francisco. The Giants won 9-0 to win the series. (AP Photo/Ben Margot) </p><p>San Francisco Giants relief pitcher Sergio Romo and catcher Buster Posey react after the final out in Game 7 of baseball's National League championship series against the St. Louis Cardinals Monday, Oct. 22, 2012, in San Francisco. The Giants won 9-0 to win the series. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) </p><p>Workers paint a logo on the field at AT&T Park before workouts for baseball's World Series Tuesday, Oct. 23, 2012, in San Francisco. The Detroit Tigers play the San Francisco Giants in Game 1 on Wednesday, Oct. 24. (AP Photo/Eric Risberg) </p><p>Detroit Tigers' Prince Fielder answers reporters questions before a workout for baseball's World Series Tuesday, Oct. 23, 2012, in San Francisco. The Tigers play the San Francisco Giants in Game 1 on Wednesday, Oct. 24. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel) </p><p>Detroit Tigers' Prince Fielder answers reporters questions before a workout for baseball's World Series Tuesday, Oct. 23, 2012, in San Francisco. The Tigers play the San Francisco Giants in Game 1 on Wednesday, Oct. 24. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel) </p><p>Detroit Tigers' Miguel Cabrera answers reporters questions before a workout for baseball's World Series Tuesday, Oct. 23, 2012, in San Francisco. The Tigers play the San Francisco Giants in Game 1 on Wednesday, Oct. 24. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel) </p><p>Detroit Tigers' Miguel Cabrera answers reporters questions before a workout for baseball's World Series Tuesday, Oct. 23, 2012, in San Francisco. The Tigers play the San Francisco Giants in Game 1 on Wednesday, Oct. 24. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel) </p><p>Graphic shows 2012 World Series matchup between the Detroit Tigers and the St. Louis Cardinals</p><p>Detroit Tigers' Jhonny Peralta answers reporters questions before a workout for baseball's World Series Tuesday, Oct. 23, 2012, in San Francisco. The Tigers play the San Francisco Giants in Game 1 on Wednesday, Oct. 24. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel) </p><p>San Francisco Giants' Pablo Sandoval celebrates after Game 7 of baseball's National League championship series against the St. Louis Cardinals Monday, Oct. 22, 2012, in San Francisco. The Giants won 9-0 to win the series. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) </p><p>Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Justin Verlander makes his way to a workout for baseball's World Series Tuesday, Oct. 23, 2012, in San Francisco. The Tigers play the San Francisco Giants in Game 1 on Wednesday, Oct. 24. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) </p><p>Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Justin Verlander catches fly balls during a workout for baseball's World Series Tuesday, Oct. 23, 2012, in San Francisco. The Tigers play the San Francisco Giants in Game 1 on Wednesday, Oct. 24. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel) </p><p>San Francisco Giants' Pablo Sandoval is congratulated by Angel Pagan after Sandoval hit a home run during the first inning of Game 1 of baseball's World Series Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu) </p><p>San Francisco Giants' Pablo Sandoval is congratulated by teammates after hitting a home run during the first inning of Game 1 of baseball's World Series against the Detroit Tigers Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) </p><p>San Francisco Giants' Pablo Sandoval reacts after hitting a home run during the first inning of Game 1 of baseball's World Series against the Detroit Tigers Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) </p><p>San Francisco Giants' Pablo Sandoval reacts after hitting a two-run home run during the third inning of Game 1 of baseball's World Series Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez) </p><p>Detroit Tigers' Austin Jackson watches as fans battle for a home run ball hit by San Francisco Giants' Pablo Sandoval during the first inning of Game 1 of baseball's World Series Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu) </p><p>San Francisco Giants' Barry Zito throws during the first inning of Game 1 of baseball's World Series against the Detroit Tigers Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez) </p><p>Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Justin Verlander reacts after giving up a two-run home run to San Francisco Giants' Pablo Sandoval during the third inning of Game 1 of baseball's World Series Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) </p><p>San Francisco Giants' Pablo Sandoval hits a home run off Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Justin Verlander during the first inning of Game 1 of baseball's World Series Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Ezra Shaw, Pool) </p><p>San Francisco Giants' Pablo Sandoval (48) watches his solo home run against the Detroit Tigers in the first inning during Game 1 of baseball's World Series on Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/The Sacramento Bee, Jose Luis Villegas) MAGS OUT; TV OUT (KCRA3, KXTV10, KOVR13, KUVS19, KMAZ31, KTXL40) MANDATORY CREDIT</p><p>San Francisco Giants' Pablo Sandoval hits a two run home run during the third inning of Game 1 of baseball's World Series against the Detroit Tigers Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel) </p><p>San Francisco Giants' Pablo Sandoval hits a home run during the fifth inning of Game 1 of baseball's World Series against the Detroit Tigers Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez) </p><p>Detroit Tigers' Justin Verlander reacts after giving up an RBI single to San Francisco Giants' Marco Scutaro in the third inning, of Game 1 of baseball's World Series Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel) </p><p>Detroit Tigers' Justin Verlander delivers a pitch during the fourth inning of Game 1 of baseball's World Series against the San Francisco Giants Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu) </p><p>A trainer looks at Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Doug Fister after getting hit by a ball off the bat of San Francisco Giants' Gregor Blanco during the second inning of Game 2 of baseball's World Series Thursday, Oct. 25, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) </p><p>Detroit Tigers' Doug Fister wipes his face during the second inning of Game 2 of baseball's World Series against the San Francisco Giants Thursday, Oct. 25, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu) </p><p>Detroit Tigers' Doug Fister reacts after being hit in the head on a hit by San Francisco Giants' Gregor Blanco during the second inning of Game 2 of baseball's World Series Thursday, Oct. 25, 2012, in San Francisco. Fister stayed in the game. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel) </p><p>Detroit Tigers' Prince Fielder is tagged out at home plate by San Francisco Giants' Buster Posey, left, during the second inning of Game 2 of baseball's World Series Thursday, Oct. 25, 2012, in San Francisco. Umpire Dan Iassogna makes the call at the plate. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez) </p><p>Detroit Tigers' Doug Fister is examined after being hit by a ball off the bat of San Francisco Giants' Gregor Blanco during the second inning of Game 2 of baseball's World Series Thursday, Oct. 25, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez) </p><p>San Francisco Giants third baseman Pablo Sandoval blows a bubble during the sixth inning of Game 2 of baseball's World Series against the Detroit Tigers Thursday, Oct. 25, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu) </p><p>Detroit Tigers' Omar Infante reacts after striking out during the sixth inning of Game 2 of baseball's World Series against the San Francisco Giants Thursday, Oct. 25, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) </p><p>Detroit Tigers first baseman Prince Fielder dives for a foul ball hit by San Francisco Giants' Hunter Pence during the fourth inning of Game 2 of baseball's World Series Thursday, Oct. 25, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez) </p><p>San Francisco Giants shortstop Brandon Crawford tries to make a play on a ball hit by Detroit Tigers' Omar Infante during the fourth inning of Game 2 of baseball's World Series Thursday, Oct. 25, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu) </p><p>San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Madison Bumgarner reacts after the San Francisco Giants hit into a double play during the seventh inning of Game 2 of baseball's World Series Thursday, Oct. 25, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez) </p><p>San Francisco Giants' Gregor Blanco bunts to load the bases during the seventh inning of Game 2 of baseball's World Series against the Detroit Tigers, Thursday, Oct. 25, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel) </p><p>San Francisco Giants' Madison Bumgarner reacts after striking out Detroit Tigers' Omar Infante during the sixth inning of Game 2 of baseball's World Series Thursday, Oct. 25, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez) </p><p>San Francisco Giants' Hunter Pence is congratulated in the dugout after scoring during the seventh inning of Game 2 of baseball's World Series against the Detroit Tigers Thursday, Oct. 25, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) </p><p>Detroit Tigers' Prince Fielder reacts to umpire Dan Iassogna after being called out at home on a tag from San Francisco Giants' Buster Posey during the second inning of Game 2 of baseball's World Series Thursday, Oct. 25, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez) </p><p>San Francisco Giants' Angel Pagan leaps up to celebrate with Brandon Crawford and Hunter Penc after the Giants beat the Detroit Tigers 2-0 in Game 2 of baseball's World Series Thursday, Oct. 25, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) </p><p>San Francisco Giants' Angel Pagan, left, Brandon Crawford, middle, and Hunter Pence celebrate after the Giants defeated the Detroit Tigers, 2-0, in Game 2 of baseball's World Series Thursday, Oct. 25, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu) </p><p>San Francisco Giants' Angel Pagan leaps up to celebrate with Brandon Crawford and Hunter Penc after the Giants beat the Detroit Tigers 2-0 in Game 2 of baseball's World Series Thursday, Oct. 25, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Eric Risberg) </p><p>San Francisco Giants third baseman Pablo Sandoval, left, and second baseman Marco Scutaro warm up during a workout at Comerica Park in Detroit, Friday, Oct. 26, 2012. The Giants are scheduled to play the Detroit Tigers in Game 3 of baseball's World Series on Saturday in Detroit, with the Giants up 2-0 in the series. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)</p><p>San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Matt Cain warms up as relief pitcher Clay Hensley, left, watches during a workout at Comerica Park in Detroit, Friday, Oct. 26, 2012. The Giants are scheduled to play the Detroit Tigers in Game 3 of baseball's World Series on Saturday in Detroit, with the Giants up 2-0. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)</p><p>Detroit Tigers manager Jim Leyland hits during a baseball workout at Comerica Park in Detroit, Friday, Oct. 26, 2012. The Tigers host the San Francisco Giants in Game 3 of baseball's World Series on Saturday. The Giants lead the best-of-seven games series 2-0. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)</p><p>Detroit Tigers pitcher Justin Verlander walks off the field during workout at Comerica Park in Detroit, Friday, Oct. 26, 2012. The Tigers host the San Francisco Giants in Game 3 of baseball's World Series on Saturday. The Giants lead the best-of-seven games series 2-0. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)</p><p>Colorful clouds are illuminated at sunset over Comerica Park in Detroit, Friday, Oct. 26, 2012. The Detroit Tigers host the San Francisco Giants in Game 3 of baseball's World Series on Saturday. The Giants lead the best-of-seven series 2-0. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)</p><p>Detroit Tigers warms up during workout at Comerica Park in Detroit, Friday, Oct. 26, 2012. The Tigers host the San Francisco Giants in Game 3 of baseball's World Series on Saturday. The Giants lead the best-of-seven games series 2-0. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)</p><p>Clouds are illuminated at sunset over Comerica Park in Detroit, Friday, Oct. 26, 2012. The Tigers host the San Francisco Giants in Game 3 of baseball's World Series n Saturday. The Giants lead the best-of-seven series 2-0. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya )</p><p>San Francisco Giants' Gregor Blanco hits an RBI triple during the second inning of Game 3 of baseball's World Series against the Detroit Tigers Saturday, Oct. 27, 2012, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel) </p><p>San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Ryan Vogelsong throws during the second inning of Game 3 of baseball's World Series against the Detroit Tigers Saturday, Oct. 27, 2012, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya ) </p><p>San Francisco Giants' Gregor Blanco is congratulated by Pablo Sandoval after scoring during the second inning of Game 3 of baseball's World Series against the Detroit Tigers Saturday, Oct. 27, 2012, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum) </p><p>San Francisco Giants' Hunter Pence is congratulated in the dugout after scoring on a triple by Gregor Blanco during the second inning of Game 3 of baseball's World Series against the Detroit Tigers Saturday, Oct. 27, 2012, in Detroit. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) </p><p>Detroit Tigers' Miguel Cabrera reacts after flying out with bases loaded to end the fifth inning of Game 3 of baseball's World Series against the San Francisco Giants Saturday, Oct. 27, 2012, in Detroit. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) </p><p>Detroit Tigers' Prince Fielder walks back to the dugout after striking out during the fourth inning of Game 3 of baseball's World Series against the San Francisco Giants Saturday, Oct. 27, 2012, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky) </p><p>Detroit Tigers' Miguel Cabrera, left, reacts with Austin Jackson after hitting a two-run home run during the third inning of Game 4 of baseball's World Series against the San Francisco Giants Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum) </p><p>Detroit Tigers' Prince Fielder congratulates Miguel Cabrera after Cabrera's two-run home run during the third inning of Game 4 of baseball's World Series against the San Francisco Giants Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012, in Detroit. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) </p><p>San Francisco Giants' Hunter Pence reacts as he runs home to score a run during the second inning of Game 4 of baseball's World Series against the Detroit Tigers Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012, in Detroit. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) </p><p>Detroit Tigers' Prince Fielder reacts after striking out during the first inning of Game 4 of baseball's World Series against the San Francisco Giants Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky) </p><p>San Francisco Giants' Brandon Belt hits an RBI double during the second inning of Game 4 of baseball's World Series against the Detroit Tigers Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum) </p><p>Detroit Tigers' Delmon Young hits a home run during the sixth inning of Game 4 of baseball's World Series against the San Francisco Giants Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012, in Detroit. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) </p><p>Detroit Tigers designated hitter Delmon Young, right, celebrates in the dugout after hitting a solo home run during the sixth inning of Game 4 of baseball's World Series Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum) </p><p>Detroit Tigers designated hitter Delmon Young hits a solo home run during the sixth inning of Game 4 of baseball's World Series against the San Francisco Giants Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel) </p><p>San Francisco Giants' Buster Posey hits a home run during the sixth inning of Game 4 of baseball's World Series against the Detroit Tigers Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012, in Detroit. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) </p><p>San Francisco Giants catcher Buster Posey hits a two-run home run during the sixth inning of Game 4 of baseball's World Series Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel) </p><p>San Francisco Giants' Ryan Theriot reacts after scoring from second on a hit by Marco Scutaro during the 10th inning of Game 4 of baseball's World Series against the Detroit Tigers Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012, in Detroit. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) </p><p>San Francisco Giants' Marco Scutaro hits an RBI single during the 10th inning of Game 4 of baseball's World Series against the Detroit Tigers Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012, in Detroit. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) </p><p>Sergio Romo kisses Marco Scutaro as they are sprayed with champagne in the locker room as San Francisco Giants celebrate after the Giants defeated the Detroit Tigers, 4-3, in Game 4 of baseball's World Series Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012, in Detroit. The Giants won the World Series 4-0. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) </p><p>San Francisco Giants relief pitcher Sergio Romo (54) and catcher Buster Posey and celebrate after striking out Detroit Tigers third baseman Miguel Cabrera (24) to win Game 4 of baseball's World Series Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012, in Detroit. The Giants won 4-3. (AP Photo/Tim Donnelly) </p><p>San Francisco Giants celebrate after the Giants defeated the Detroit Tigers, 4-3, in Game 4 of baseball's World Series Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012, in Detroit. The Giants won the World Series 4-0. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky) </p><p>San Francisco Giants celebrate after the Giants defeated the Detroit Tigers, 4-3, in Game 4 of baseball's World Series Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012, in Detroit. The Giants won the World Series 4-0. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky) </p><p>The San Francisco Giants celebrate after winning Game 4 of baseball's World Series against the Detroit Tigers Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012, in Detroit. The Giants won 4-3 to win the series. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya ) </p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/10/20/14585163-giants-lead-cardinals-7-0-in-game-7-of-nlcshttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/10/20/14585163-giants-lead-cardinals-7-0-in-game-7-of-nlcsmlbsportsapcardinalsgiantsbbnnlcslouis-cardinalssan-francisco-giantsus-newshunter-penceryan-vogelsongSun, 21 Oct 2012 00:22:34 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>St. Louis Cardinals pitcher Chris Carpenter answers questions during a news conference Saturday, Oct. 20, 2012 in San Francisco. The Cardinals face the San Francisco Giants in Game 6 of the National League championship baseball series Sunda. Carpenter is slated to be the starting pitcher. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals pitcher Chris Carpenter throws during a workout Saturday, Oct. 20, 2012 in San Francisco. The Cardinals face the San Francisco Giants in Game 6 of the National League championship baseball series Sunda. Carpenter is slated to be the starting pitcher. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)</p><p>San Francisco Giants' Ryan Vogelsong pitches during a voluntary workout in preparation for Game 6 of the National League baseball championship series against the St. Louis Cardinals, Saturday, Oct. 20, 2012 in San Francisco. Vogelsong is scheduled to be the starting pitcher for Sunday's game. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)</p><p>San Francisco Giants pitcher Barry Zito winds up during a voluntary practice in preparation for Sunday's Game 6 of the National League championship baseball series against the St. Louis Cardinals, Saturday, Oct. 20, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals manager Mike Matheny answers questions during a news conference Saturday, Oct. 20, 2012 in San Francisco. The Cardinals face the San Francisco Giants for Game 6 of the National League championship baseball series Sunday. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals manager Mike Matheny answers questions during a news conference Saturday, Oct. 20, 2012 in San Francisco. The Cardinals face the San Francisco Giants in Game 6 of the National League championship baseball series Sunday. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals pitcher Kyle Lohse throws during practice in preparation for Game 6 of the National League championship baseball series against the San Francisco Giants Saturday, Oct. 20, 2012 in San Francisco. Lohse is expected to be the Game 7 starter if necessary on Monday. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)</p><p>San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Ryan Vogelsong throws during the first inning of Game 6 of baseball's National League championship series against the St. Louis Cardinals Sunday, Oct. 21, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Ben Margot) </p><p>San Francisco Giants first base coach Roberto Kelly congratulates Pablo Sandoval after Sandoval's RBI single during the second inning of Game 6 of baseball's National League championship series against the St. Louis Cardinals Sunday, Oct. 21, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) </p><p>San Francisco Giants' Marco Scutaro hits a two-run double during the second inning of Game 6 of baseball's National League championship series against the St. Louis Cardinals Sunday, Oct. 21, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) </p><p>San Francisco Giants' Pablo Sandoval hits an RBI single during the second inning of Game 6 of baseball's National League championship series against the St. Louis Cardinals Sunday, Oct. 21, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Ben Margot) </p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' Daniel Descalso (33) flips his bat in front of San Francisco Giants catcher Buster Posey after striking out during the second inning of Game 6 of baseball's National League championship series Sunday, Oct. 21, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) </p><p>St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Chris Carpenter reacts after giving up a triple to San Francisco Giants' Brandon Belt during the second inning of Game 6 of baseball's National League championship series Sunday, Oct. 21, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) </p><p>San Francisco Giants' Pablo Sandoval hits a double during the first inning of Game 6 of baseball's National League championship series against the St. Louis Cardinals Sunday, Oct. 21, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) </p><p>San Francisco Giants' Pablo Sandoval reacts after hitting a double during the first inning of Game 6 of baseball's National League championship series against the St. Louis Cardinals Sunday, Oct. 21, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Eric Risberg) </p><p>St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Chris Carpenter throws during the first inning of Game 6 of baseball's National League championship series against the San Francisco Giants Sunday, Oct. 21, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Ben Margot) </p><p>San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Ryan Vogelsong throws during the first inning of Game 6 of baseball's National League championship series against the St. Louis Cardinals Sunday, Oct. 21, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Ben Margot) </p><p>Fans add a "K" after a San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Ryan Vogelsong strikeout during the fourth inning of Game 6 of baseball's National League championship series against the St. Louis Cardinals Sunday, Oct. 21, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Ben Margot) </p><p>San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Ryan Vogelsong reacts after giving up a hit to St. Louis Cardinals' Daniel Descalso during the fifth inning of Game 6 of baseball's National League championship series Sunday, Oct. 21, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Ben Margot) </p><p>San Francisco Giants relief pitcher Sergio Romo reacts after the final out in the ninth inning of Game 6 of baseball's National League championship series against the St. Louis Cardinals Sunday, Oct. 21, 2012, in San Francisco. The Giants won 6-1 to tie the series at 3-3. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) </p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' Carlos Beltran reacts in the dugout during the ninth inning of Game 6 of baseball's National League championship series against the San Francisco Giants Sunday, Oct. 21, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) </p><p>San Francisco Giants relief pitcher Sergio Romo reacts after the final out in the ninth inning of Game 6 of baseball's National League championship series against the St. Louis Cardinals Sunday, Oct. 21, 2012, in San Francisco. The Giants won 6-1 to tie the series at 3-3. (AP Photo/Ben Margot) </p><p>San Francisco Giants catcher Buster Posey, right, high-fives pitcher Sergio Romo (54) after Game 6 of baseball's National League championship series against the St. Louis Cardinals Sunday, Oct. 21, 2012, in San Francisco. The Giants won 6-1 to tie the series at 3-3. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey) </p><p>San Francisco Giants' Brandon Crawford (35), Angel Pagan, right, and Gregor Blanco celebrate after Game 6 of baseball's National League championship series against the St. Louis Cardinals Sunday, Oct. 21, 2012, in San Francisco. The Giants won 6-1 to tie the series at 3-3. (AP Photo/Eric Risberg) </p><p>San Francisco Giants' Gregor Blanco slides safely past St. Louis Cardinals catcher Yadier Molina during the second inning of Game 7 of baseball's National League championship series Monday, Oct. 22, 2012, in San Francisco. Blanco scored from second on a hit by Matt Cain. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) </p><p>San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Matt Cain throws during the first inning of Game 7 of baseball's National League championship series against the St. Louis Cardinals Monday, Oct. 22, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Ben Margot) </p><p>San Francisco Giants' Matt Cain hits an RBI single during the second inning of Game 7 of baseball's National League championship series against the St. Louis Cardinals Monday, Oct. 22, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) </p><p>San Francisco Giants manager Bruce Bochy congratulates Gregor Blanco (7) after scoring from second on a hit by Matt Cain during the second inning of Game 7 of baseball's National League championship series against the St. Louis Cardinals Monday, Oct. 22, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) </p><p>San Francisco Giants' Pablo Sandoval reacts after thinking he picked off St. Louis Cardinals' Yadier Molina at third during the second inning of Game 7 of baseball's National League championship series Monday, Oct. 22, 2012, in San Francisco. Molina was called safe. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) </p><p>San Francisco Giants' Angel Pagan scores past St. Louis Cardinals catcher Yadier Molina during the first inning of Game 7 of baseball's National League championship series Monday, Oct. 22, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Eric Risberg) </p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' Carlos Beltran steals second with San Francisco Giants' Marco Scutaro covering during the first inning of Game 7 of baseball's National League championship series Monday, Oct. 22, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Eric Risberg) </p><p>St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Kyle Lohse throws during the first inning of Game 7 of baseball's National League championship series against the San Francisco Giants Monday, Oct. 22, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Ben Margot) </p><p>San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Matt Cain throws during the first inning of Game 7 of baseball's National League championship series against the St. Louis Cardinals Monday, Oct. 22, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Ben Margot) </p><p>San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Matt Cain throws during the first inning of Game 7 of baseball's National League championship series against the St. Louis Cardinals Monday, Oct. 22, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Ben Margot) </p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/09/29/14146088-nady-spence-homer-in-9th-to-lift-giants-7-5http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/09/29/14146088-nady-spence-homer-in-9th-to-lift-giants-7-5mlbpadressportsgiantssan-franciscosan-francisco-giantssan-diego-padreshuston-streetxavier-nadynl-westal-cy-young-awardryan-braunbuster-poseychase-headleyryan-vogelsonghunter-spenceSat, 29 Sep 2012 05:35:59 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>San Francisco Giants catcher Buster Posey is assisted by a trainer, pitcher Ryan Vogelsong, and manager Bruce Bochy after being struck in the throat by a pitch during the second inning of a baseball game against the San Diego Padres Friday, Sept. 28, 2012 in San Diego. (AP Photo/Lenny Ignelzi)</p><p>San Francisco Giants third baseman Pablo Sandoval lands on the elbow of San Diego Padres' Will Venable after failing to catch a wild throw from left field during the sixth inning of a baseball game Friday, Sept. 28, 2012 in San Diego. Venable was advancing after a wild throw to second. The umpire is Lance Barksdale. (AP Photo/Lenny Ignelzi)</p><p>San Francisco Giants' Buster Posey is greeted at the dugout after scoring against the San Diego Padres during second inning of a baseball game Friday, Sept. 28, 2012 in San Diego. (AP Photo/Lenny Ignelzi)</p><p>San Francisco Giants' Buster Posey goes into a slide as San Diego Padres third baseman Chase Headley awaits a late throw during a second inning triple in a baseball game Friday, Sept. 28, 2012 in San Diego. (AP Photo/Lenny Ignelzi)</p><p>San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Ryan Vogelsong throws a pitch while facing the San Diego Padres during the first inning of a baseball game Friday, Sept. 28, 2012 in San Diego. (AP Photo/Lenny Ignelzi)</p><p>San Diego Padres pitcher Andrew Werner works the first inning against the San Francisco Giants during of a baseball game Friday, Sept. 28, 2012 in San Diego. (AP Photo/Lenny Ignelzi)</p><p>San Francisco Giants' Hunter Pence gets a low-five from Pablo Sandoval as he crosses home plate with a three-run home run during the first inning of a baseball game against the San Diego Padres on Saturday, Sept. 29, 2012, in San Diego. (AP Photo/Lenny Ignelzi)</p><p>San Diego Padres shortstop Everth Cabrera bobbles a hard bouncing ground ball in short left field hit by during San Francisco Giants' Buster Posey during the first inning of a baseball game Saturday, Sept. 29, 2012 in San Diego. Posey was given a single on the play. (AP Photo/Lenny Ignelzi)</p><p>San Francisco Giants fans show their support for Buster Posey during the Giants' baseball game against the San Diego Padres on Saturday, Sept. 29, 2012, in San Diego. (AP Photo/Lenny Ignelzi)</p><p>San Diego Padres' Logan Forsythe beats the attempted tag by San Francisco Giants catcher Buster Posey while scoring on a hit by Yasmani Grandal during the fifth inning of a baseball game Saturday, Sept. 29, 2012, in San Diego. (AP Photo/Lenny Ignelzi)</p><p>San Diego Padres' Chase Headley is congratulated by Chris Denorfia after hitting a two-run home run against the San Francisco Giants during the third inning of a baseball game Saturday, Sept. 29, 2012 in San Diego. (AP Photo/Lenny Ignelzi)</p><p>San Diego Padres starting pitcher Eric Stults works the first inning against the San Francisco Giants during a baseball game Saturday, Sept. 29, 2012, in San Diego. (AP Photo/Lenny Ignelzi)</p><p>San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Madison Bumgarner works the first inning against the San Diego Padres during a baseball game Saturday, Sept. 29, 2012, in San Diego. (AP Photo/Lenny Ignelzi)</p><p>San Diego Padres center fielder Cameron Maybin goes up high at the wall to rob San Francisco Giants' Xavier Nady of a home run during the first inning of a baseball game Saturday, Sept. 29, 2012 in San Diego. (AP Photo/Lenny Ignelzi)</p><p>San Diego Padres' Chase Headley points skyward after hitting a home run against the San Francisco Giants during the sixth inning in a baseball game in San Diego, Sunday, Sept. 30, 2012. (AP Photo/Gregory Bull)</p><p>San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Tim Lincecum throws as San Diego Padres' Everth Cabrera bats during the third inning in a baseball game in San Diego, Sunday, Sept. 30, 2012. (AP Photo/Gregory Bull)</p><p>San Diego Padres' Chase Headley is greeted by third base coach Glenn Hoffman after hitting a home run against the San Francisco Giants during the sixth inning in a baseball game in San Diego, Sunday, Sept. 30, 2012. (AP Photo/Gregory Bull)</p><p>San Diego Padres' Yasmani Grandal reacts after hitting a home run against the San Francisco Giants during the fourth inning in a baseball game in San Diego, Sunday, Sept. 30, 2012. (AP Photo/Gregory Bull)</p><p>San Francisco Giants' Brandon Belt breaks his bat as he hits an RBI single against the San Diego Padres during the eighth inning in a baseball game in San Diego, Sunday, Sept. 30, 2012. (AP Photo/Gregory Bull)</p><p>San Francisco Giants' Hunter Pence hits a home run against the San Diego Padres during the ninth inning in a baseball game in San Diego, Sunday, Sept. 30, 2012. (AP Photo/Gregory Bull)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/09/16/13901867-perplexed-vogelsong-has-another-rough-outinghttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/09/16/13901867-perplexed-vogelsong-has-another-rough-outingsportsapgiantsbbnarizona-diamondbacksryan-vogelsongMon, 17 Sep 2012 01:26:49 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>Arizona Diamondbacks' Justin Upton connects on a two-run double against the San Francisco Giants in the third inning during a baseball game on Sunday, Sept. 16, 2012, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)</p><p>Arizona Diamondbacks' Justin Upton, left, runs past San Francisco Giants catcher Buster Posey after Upton hit a home run in the sixth inning during a baseball game, Sunday, Sept. 16, 2012, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)</p><p>San Francisco Giants' Hunter Pence is hit with a pitch by Arizona Diamondbacks' Patrick Corbin in the fourth inning during a baseball game on Sunday, Sept. 16, 2012, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin) </p><p>Arizona Diamondbacks' Adam Eaton (6) and Aaron Hill celebrates their runs scored against the San Francisco Giants in the third inning during a baseball game on Sunday, Sept. 16, 2012, in Phoenix.(AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin) </p><p>San Francisco Giants' Justin Christian, center, wipes sweat from his face as he is flanked by teammates Pablo Sandoval, left, and Brandon Belt as they sit in the dugout in the fourth inning during a baseball game against the Arizona Diamondbacks Sunday, Sept. 16, 2012, in Phoenix.(AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin) </p><p>Arizona Diamondbacks' Adam Eaton, right, gets high-fives from teammates Justin Upton and Patrick Corbin, left, after scoring a run in the fourth inning during a baseball game against the San Francisco Giants, Sunday, Sept. 16, 2012, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)</p><p>San Francisco Giants' Ryan Vogelsong, left, leaves the game after being pulled by manager Bruce Bochy (15) as Bochy talks with others, including catcher Buster Posey, in the fourth inning of a baseball game against the Arizona Diamondbacks, Sunday, Sept. 16, 2012, in Phoenix.(AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin) </p><p>San Francisco Giants' Ryan Vogelsong, bottom, looks down at the baseball after giving up a three-run triple to Arizona Diamondbacks' Patrick Corbin as Giants' Pablo Sandoval looks on in the fourth inning during a baseball game on Sunday, Sept. 16, 2012, in Phoenix.(AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)</p><p>Arizona Diamondbacks' Patrick Corbin hits a three-run triple against the San Francisco Giants in the fourth inning of a baseball game, Sunday, Sept. 16, 2012, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)</p><p>Arizona Diamondbacks' Aaron Hill, left, jumps over San Francisco Giants' Hunter Pence after Pence was forced out at second base in the fourth inning during a baseball game Sunday, Sept. 16, 2012, in Phoenix. The Giants' Joaquin Arias was out first for a double play. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin) </p><p>San Francisco Giants' Marco Scutaro (19) tags out Arizona Diamondbacks' Adam Eaton as he tries to steal second base in the first inning during a baseball game, Sunday, Sept. 16, 2012, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)</p><p>Arizona Diamondbacks' Patrick Corbin throws against the San Francisco Giants in the first inning during a baseball game on Sunday, Sept. 16, 2012, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin) </p><p>San Francisco Giants' Ryan Vogelsong throws against the Arizona Diamondbacks in the first inning of a baseball game, Sunday, Sept. 16, 2012, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)</p><p>Arizona Diamondbacks' Justin Upton, left, and San Francisco Giants' Ryan Vogelsong (32) watch Upton's two-run double hit the wall in the third inning of a baseball game Sunday, Sept. 16, 2012, in Phoenix.(AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin) </p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/08/24/13446272-hudson-janish-lead-braves-to-7-1-win-over-giantshttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/08/24/13446272-hudson-janish-lead-braves-to-7-1-win-over-giantsmlbbravessportsgiantsatlanta-bravessan-franciscosan-francisco-giantsbarry-zitotim-hudsonangel-paganpaul-janishmike-minorjason-heywardryan-vogelsonghector-sanchezmvp-melky-cabreraFri, 24 Aug 2012 05:20:15 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>San Francisco Giants pitcher Barry Zito throws to the Atlanta Braves during the first inning of a baseball game in San Francisco, Thursday, Aug. 23, 2012. (AP Photo/George Nikitin)</p><p>Atlanta Braves' Chipper Jones trots to first base after being walked during the first inning of a baseball game against the San Francisco Giants in San Francisco, Thursday, Aug. 23, 2012. (AP Photo/George Nikitin)</p><p>Atlanta Braves pitcher Tommy Hanson throws to the San Francisco Giants during the first inning of a baseball game in San Francisco, Thursday, Aug. 23, 2012. (AP Photo/George Nikitin)</p><p>San Francisco Giants' Hunter Pence bunts for an RBI single against the Atlanta Braves during the fifth inning of a baseball game in San Francisco, Thursday, Aug. 23, 2012. (AP Photo/George Nikitin)</p><p>Atlanta Braves pitcher Tommy Hanson leaves a baseball game during the fifth inning against the San Francisco Giants in San Francisco, Thursday, Aug. 23, 2012. (AP Photo/George Nikitin)</p><p>San Francisco Giants' Pablo Sandoval hits an RBI single against the Atlanta Braves during the third inning of a baseball game in San Francisco, Thursday, Aug. 23, 2012. (AP Photo/George Nikitin)</p><p>San Francisco Giants pitcher Barry Zito is greeted by teammates in the dugout after leaving a baseball game against the Atlanta Braves during the ninth inning in San Francisco, Thursday, Aug. 23, 2012. (AP Photo/George Nikitin)</p><p>Atlanta Braves' Jason Heyward rounds the bases after hitting a home run against the San Francisco Giants during the first inning of a baseball game in San Francisco, Friday, Aug. 24, 2012. (AP Photo/George Nikitin)</p><p>San Francisco Giants pitcher Ryan Vogelsong throws to the Atlanta Braves during the first inning of a baseball game in San Francisco, Friday, Aug. 24, 2012. (AP Photo/George Nikitin)</p><p>Atlanta Braves' Chipper Jones walks back to the dugout after striking out against the San Francisco Giants during the seventh inning of a baseball game in San Francisco, Friday, Aug. 24, 2012. (AP Photo/George Nikitin)</p><p>San Francisco Giants' Pablo Sandoval scores Atlanta Braves pitcher Ben Sheets covers home plate during the third inning of a baseball game in San Francisco, Friday, Aug. 24, 2012. (AP Photo/George Nikitin)</p><p>Atlanta Braves pitcher Ben Sheets throws to the San Francisco Giants during the first inning of a baseball game in San Francisco, Friday, Aug. 24, 2012. (AP Photo/George Nikitin)</p><p>Atlanta Braves' Freddie Freeman is greeted in the dugout after hitting a home run against the San Francisco Giants during the second inning of a baseball game in San Francisco, Friday, Aug. 24, 2012. (AP Photo/George Nikitin)</p><p>San Francisco Giants' Pablo Sandoval hits an RBI double against the Atlanta Braves during the third inning of a baseball game in San Francisco, Friday, Aug. 24, 2012. (AP Photo/George Nikitin)</p><p>Atlanta Braves' Jason Heyward hits a three-run homer off San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Madison Bumgarner during the third inning of their baseball game in San Francisco, Saturday, Aug. 25, 2012. (AP Photo/Eric Risberg)</p><p>Atlanta Braves' Jason Heyward, center, is greeted by teammates Martin Prado, left, and Mike Minor, right, after hitting a three-run homer off San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Madison Bumgarner during the third inning of their baseball game in San Francisco, Saturday, Aug. 25, 2012. (AP Photo/Eric Risberg)</p><p>Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Mike Minor throws against the San Francisco Giants during the second inning of their baseball game in San Francisco, Saturday, Aug. 25, 2012. (AP Photo/Eric Risberg)</p><p>Atlanta Braves center fielder Michael Bourn leaps and misses a fly ball hit by the San Francisco Giants' Brandon Belt during the seventh inning of their baseball game in San Francisco, Saturday, Aug. 25, 2012. Belt doubled on the play. (AP Photo/Eric Risberg)</p><p>San Francisco Giants relief pitcher Jeremy Affeldt stands on the mound after walking the Atlanta Braves' Martin Prado with the bases loaded allowing the Braves to score their sixth run in the eighth inning of their baseball game in San Francisco, Saturday, Aug. 25, 2012. (AP Photo/Eric Risberg)</p><p>Atlanta Braves second baseman Dan Uggla catches a fly ball hit by the San Francisco Giants' Pablo Sandoval during the sixth inning of their baseball game in San Francisco, Saturday, Aug. 25, 2012. (AP Photo/Eric Risberg)</p><p>AC45 boats racing this weekend in the America's Cup World Series make their way into McCovey Cove before the San Francisco Giants baseball game against the Atlanta Braves in San Francisco, Saturday, Aug. 25, 2012. (AP Photo/Eric Risberg)</p><p>Atlanta Braves pitcher Tim Hudson throws to the San Francisco Giants during the first inning of a baseball game, Sunday, Aug. 26, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/George Nikitin)</p><p>Atlanta Braves' Brian McCann, center, is greeted in the dugout after scoring on a Paul Janish triple during the sixth inning of a baseball game against the San Francisco Giants, Sunday, Aug. 26, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/George Nikitin)</p><p>San Francisco Giants pitcher Tim Lincecum throws to the Atlanta Braves during the first inning of a baseball game, Sunday, Aug. 26, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/George Nikitin)</p><p>A baseball hit by the Atlanta Braves' Brian McCann drops in for a single between San Francisco Giants, from left, Angel Pagan, Hunter Pence and Brandon Crawford during the first inning of a baseball game, Sunday, Aug. 26, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/George Nikitin)</p><p>Atlanta Braves' Juan Francisco hits a home run against the San Francisco Giants' during the fourth inning of a baseball game, Sunday, Aug. 26, 2012 in San Francisco. (AP Photo/George Nikitin)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/08/06/13152020-wainwright-cardinals-slow-giants-with-3-1-winhttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/08/06/13152020-wainwright-cardinals-slow-giants-with-3-1-winmlbsportscardinalsgiantslouis-cardinalssan-francisco-giantscarlos-beltranbarry-zitomatt-cainjake-westbrookmarco-scutaroadam-wainwrightbuster-poseyryan-vogelsongTue, 7 Aug 2012 03:01:31 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Jake Westbrook sets to pitch in the first inning of a baseball game against the San Francisco Giants, Monday, Aug. 6, 2012 in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Tom Gannam)</p><p>San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Matt Cain regroups as pitching coach Dave Righetti walks to the mound in the second inning of a baseball game against the St. Louis Cardinals, Monday, Aug. 6, 2012 in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Tom Gannam)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' Carlos Beltran (3) swings for a solo home run in the second inning of a baseball game against the San Francisco Giants, Monday, Aug. 6, 2012 in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Tom Gannam)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' Jon Jay scores from second on a single by Matt Carpenter as San Francisco Giants catcher Buster Posey waits for a throw in the sixth inning of a baseball game, Monday, Aug. 6, 2012 in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Tom Gannam)</p><p>San Francisco Giants' Buster Posey celebrates with Brandon Belt after hitting a three-run home run in the first inning of a baseball game against the St. Louis Cardinals, Tuesday, Aug. 7, 2012, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Tom Gannam)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Lance Lynn reacts to giving up a three-run home run to San Francisco Giants' Buster Posey in the first inning of a baseball game, Tuesday, Aug. 7, 2012, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Tom Gannam)</p><p>San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Barry Zito (75) sets to deliver in the third inning of a baseball game against the St. Louis Cardinals, Tuesday, Aug. 7, 2012, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Tom Gannam)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Lance Lynn watches the action from the bench in the sixth inning of a baseball game against the San Francisco Giants, Tuesday, Aug. 7, 2012 in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Tom Gannam)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' Allen Craig, left, celebrates with manager Mike Matheny after hitting a solo home run in the third inning of a baseball game against the San Francisco Giants, Tuesday, Aug. 7, 2012, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Tom Gannam)</p><p>San Francisco Giants' Marco Scutaro hits an RBI single during the third inning of a baseball game against the St. Louis Cardinals ib Wednesday, Aug. 8, 2012, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Jeff Curry)</p><p>San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Ryan Vogelsong throws during the first inning of a baseball game against the St. Louis Cardinals on Wednesday, Aug. 8, 2012, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Jeff Curry)</p><p>San Francisco Giants' Hunter Pence watches his RBI single during the first inning of a baseball game against the St. Louis Cardinals on Wednesday, Aug. 8, 2012, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Jeff Curry)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals second baseman Tyler Greene dives for a ground ball hit for a single by San Francisco Giants' Angel Pagan during the third inning of a baseball game Wednesday, Aug. 8, 2012, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Jeff Curry)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Adam Wainwright points to catcher Yadier Molina after getting out of the third inning of a baseball game against the San Francisco Giants, Thursday, Aug. 9, 2012, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Jeff Curry)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' Carlos Beltran circles the bases on his two-run home run off of San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Madison Bumgarner during the first inning of a baseball game Thursday, Aug. 9, 2012, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Jeff Curry)</p><p>San Francisco Giants' Marco Scutaro hits a sacrifice fly to score Joaquin Arias during the fifth inning of a baseball game against the St. Louis Cardinals Thursday, Aug. 9, 2012, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Jeff Curry)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/08/04/13112193-giants-sweep-rockies-behind-pence-lincecumhttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/08/04/13112193-giants-sweep-rockies-behind-pence-lincecummlbsportsgiantsrockiessan-francisco-giantscolorado-rockiesangel-paganhunter-pencetim-lincecumbuster-poseymadison-bumgarnerryan-vogelsongSat, 4 Aug 2012 04:12:17 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>San Francisco Giants' Ryan Theriot (5) and Hunter Pence (8) congratulate teammate Buster Posey after Posey's three-run home run in the eighth inning of a baseball game against the Colorado Rockies in Denver on Friday, Aug. 3, 2012. (AP Photo/Joe Mahoney) </p><p>San Francisco Giants' Melky Cabrera, center, stretches out at third base after sliding safely against Colorado Rockies third baseman Jordan Pacheco (22) on Giants batter Hunter Pence's single during the seventh inning of a baseball game in Denver on Friday, Aug. 3, 2012. Giants coach Tim Flannery, left, leans over Cabrera. (AP Photo/Joe Mahoney) </p><p>San Francisco Giants' Joaquin Arias flips his batting helmet after striking out in the sixth inning of a baseball game against the Colorado Rockies in Denver on Friday, Aug. 3, 2012. (AP Photo/Joe Mahoney) </p><p>San Francisco Giants' Ryan Theriot, right, throws to first base after forcing out Colorado Rockies Carlos Gonzalez (5) at second base on a double play during the fourth inning of a baseball game in Denver on Friday, Aug. 3, 2012. (AP Photo/Joe Mahoney) </p><p>San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Ryan Vogelsong delivers against the Colorado Rockies during the first inning of a baseball game in Denver on Friday, Aug. 3, 2012. (AP Photo/Joe Mahoney)</p><p>Colorado Rockies starting pitcher Jonathan Sanchez delivers against the San Francisco Giants during the first inning of a baseball game in Denver on Friday, Aug. 3, 2012. (AP Photo/Joe Mahoney) </p><p>San Francisco Giants' Angel Pagan, bottom, slides safely into third base on a wild pitch by Colorado Rockies starting pitcher Jonathan Sanchez as Rockies' Jordan Pacheco, top, waits for the ball in the first inning of a baseball game in Denver on Friday, Aug. 3, 2012. (AP Photo/Joe Mahoney) </p><p>San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Madison Bumgarner works against the Colorado Rockies in the first inning of a baseball game in Denver, Saturday Aug. 4, 2012. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)</p><p>San Francisco Giants third base coach Tim Flannery, left, congratulates Buster Posey who circles the bases after hitting a two-run home run off Colorado Rockies starting pitcher Jeff Francis in the first inning of a baseball game in Denver, Saturday Aug. 4, 2012. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)</p><p>Colorado Rockies starting pitcher Jeff Francis works against the San Francisco Giants in the first inning of a baseball game in Denver, Saturday Aug. 4, 2012. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)</p><p>As third base umpire Chris Guccione, top, calls him out, Colorado Rockies' Eric Young Jr., dives for third base after a rundown between second and third bases against the San Francisco Giants in the first inning of a baseball game in Denver, Saturday, Aug. 4, 2012. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)</p><p>Colorado Rockies shortstop Josh Rutledge, left, misses a pop fly off the bat of San Francisco Giants' Hunter Pence as Rockies left fieler Carlos Gonzalez looks on in the first inning of a baseball game in Denver, Saturday, Aug. 4, 2012. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)</p><p>San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Tim Lincecum works against the Colorado Rockies' Carlos Gonzalez in the first inning of a baseball game in Denver on Sunday, Aug. 5, 2012. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)</p><p>Colorado Rockies catcher Wilin Rosario, front, throws off his mask as he pursues a wild pitch as San Francisco Giants' Hunter Pence, center, watches in the first inning of a baseball game in Denver on Sunday, Aug. 5, 2012. The wild pitch allowed Angel Pagan to score. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/07/24/12916870-padres-hammer-lincecum-beat-giants-6-3http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/07/24/12916870-padres-hammer-lincecum-beat-giants-6-3mlbpadressportsgiantssan-francisco-giantssan-diego-padrestim-lincecumbuster-poseychase-headleyjesus-guzmanryan-vogelsongbrandon-crawfordTue, 24 Jul 2012 04:54:43 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>San Francisco Giants' Buster Posey connects for a three run home run off San Diego Padres' Clayton Richard in the fifth inning of a baseball game Monday, July 23, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)</p><p>San Francisco Giants' Buster Posey, right, celebrates with Ryan Theriot (5) after Posey hit a three run home run off San Diego Padres' Clayton Richard in the fifth inning of a baseball game Monday, July 23, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)</p><p>San Diego Padres' Clayton Richard (33) waits for San Francisco Giants' Buster Posey to run the bases after Posey hit a three-run home in the fifth inning of a baseball game, Monday, July 23, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)</p><p>San Diego Padres' Yasmani Grandal (12) slides safe to breaks up an attempted force out with San Francisco Giants shortstop Brandon Crawford in the second inning of a baseball game Monday, July 23, 2012, in San Francisco. Padres' Will Venable was safe at first base. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)</p><p>San Diego Padres' Mark Kotsay, left, slides to score behind San Francisco Giants catcher Buster Posey in the fourth inning of a baseball game Monday, July 23, 2012, in San Francisco. Kotsay scored on a ground out by Yonder Alonso. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)</p><p>San Francisco Giants' Ryan Vogelsong works against the San Diego Padres in the first inning of a baseball game Monday, July 23, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)</p><p>San Diego Padres' Clayton Richard works against the San Francisco Giants in the first inning of a baseball game Monday, July 23, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)</p><p>San Francisco Giants' Madison Bumgarner works against the San Diego Padres in the first inning of a baseball game, Tuesday, July 24, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)</p><p>San Diego Padres' Edinson Volquez works against the San Francisco Giants in the first inning of a baseball game, Tuesday, July 24, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)</p><p>San Francisco Giants second baseman Ryan Theriot hops over San Diego Padres' Carlos Quentin after completing a double play in the sixth inning of a baseball game, Tuesday, July 24, 2012, in San Francisco. Padres' Yasmani Grandal was out at first base. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)</p><p>San Diego Padres' Chase Headley, right, is congratulated by third base coach Glenn Hoffman (30) after hitting a solo home run off of San Francisco Giants pitcher Tim Lincecum during the first inning of a baseball game in San Francisco, Wednesday, July 25, 2012. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu)</p><p>San Francisco Giants pitcher Tim Lincecum covers his face as he walks off the mound after the top of the fourth inning of a baseball game against the San Diego Padres in San Francisco, Wednesday, July 25, 2012. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu)</p><p>San Francisco Giants pitcher Tim Lincecum sits in the dugout during the fourth inning of a baseball game against the San Diego Padres in San Francisco, Wednesday, July 25, 2012. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu)</p><p>San Diego Padres' Jesus Guzman hits a two-run home run off San Francisco Giants pitcher Tim Lincecum during the fifth inning of a baseball game in San Francisco, Wednesday, July 25, 2012. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu)</p><p>San Francisco Giants pitcher Tim Lincecum delivers against the San Diego Padres during the first inning of a baseball game in San Francisco, Wednesday, July 25, 2012. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu)</p><p>San Diego Padres pitcher Jason Marquis delivers against the San Francisco Giants during the first inning of a baseball game in San Francisco, Wednesday, July 25, 2012. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu)</p><p>San Francisco Giants center fielder Angel Pagan cannot catch San Diego Padres' Will Venable's two-run double during the fourth inning of a baseball game in San Francisco, Wednesday, July 25, 2012. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu)</p><p>San Diego Padres pitcher Jason Marquis delivers against the San Francisco Giants during the fourth inning of a baseball game in San Francisco, Wednesday, July 25, 2012. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu)</p><p>San Francisco Giants shortstop Brandon Crawford jumps over San Diego Padres' Logan Forsythe (11) while turning a double play on a ground ball hit by Chase Headley during the seventh inning of a baseball game in San Francisco, Wednesday, July 25, 2012. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu)</p><p>San Diego Padres' Jesus Guzman, center, is congratulated after hitting a solo home run off of San Francisco Giants pitcher Brad Penny during the eighth inning of a baseball game in San Francisco, Wednesday, July 25, 2012. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu)</p><p>San Diego Padres' Jesus Guzman (15) celebrates after hitting a twor-run home run that scored Carlos Quentin, right, during the fifth inning of a baseball game against the San Francisco Giants in San Francisco, Wednesday, July 25, 2012. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/07/07/12619977-giants-lincecum-hit-hard-again-in-13-2-losshttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/07/07/12619977-giants-lincecum-hit-hard-again-in-13-2-lossmlbsportsgiantstim-lincecumryan-vogelsongSun, 8 Jul 2012 00:50:38 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher James McDonald (53) is greeted by teammate Garrett Jones, right, after scoring from first base on a double by Pirates' Neil Walker during the third inning of a baseball game against the San Francisco Giants in Pittsburgh, Saturday, July 7, 2012. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)</p><p>Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher James McDonad delivers during the first inning of a baseball game against the San Francisco Giants in Pittsburgh, Saturday, July 7, 2012. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)</p><p>San Francisco Giants pitcher Ryan Vogelsong delivers during the first inning of a baseball game against the Pittsburgh Pirates in Pittsburgh, Saturday, July 7, 2012. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)</p><p>San Francisco Giants pitcher Tim Lincecum delivers during the first inning of a baseball game against the Pittsburgh Pirates, in Pittsburgh, Sunday, July 8, 2012. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)</p><p>San Francisco Giants manager Bruce Bochy sits in the dugout during the seventh inning of a baseball game against the Pittsburgh Pirates in Pittsburgh, Sunday, July 8, 2012. The Pirates won 13-2. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/06/26/12408956-tim-lincecum-beats-dodgers-to-end-long-droughthttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/06/26/12408956-tim-lincecum-beats-dodgers-to-end-long-droughtmlbsportsdodgersgiantslos-angelessan-franciscosan-francisco-giantsbarry-zitonl-westmelky-cabreratim-lincecumclayton-kershawpablo-sandovalnl-west-leading-los-angeles-dodgersryan-vogelsongTue, 26 Jun 2012 05:06:12 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>San Francisco Giants pitcher Barry Zito works against the Los Angeles Dodgers during the fourth inning of a baseball game in San Francisco, Monday, June 25, 2012. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu)</p><p>San Francisco Giants pitcher Barry Zito throws against the Los Angeles Dodgers during the first inning of a baseball game in San Francisco, Monday, June 25, 2012. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu)</p><p>San Francisco Giants' Melky Cabrera is welcomed at the dugout after scoring on Pablo Sandoval's two-run double against the Los Angeles Dodgers during the first inning of a baseball game in San Francisco, Monday, June 25, 2012. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu)</p><p>San Francisco Giants' Pablo Sandoval hits a two-run double off of Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Nate Eovaldi during the first inning of a baseball game in San Francisco, Monday, June 25, 2012. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu)</p><p>Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Nate Eovaldi, second from left, meets on the mound with first baseman Juan Rivera, left, pitching coach Rick Honeycutt and catcher A.J. Ellis after allowing a run-scoring single to San Francisco Giants' Hector Sanchez during the first inning of a baseball game in San Francisco, Monday, June 25, 2012. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu)</p><p>Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Nate Eovaldi throws against the San Francisco Giants during the first inning of a baseball game in San Francisco, Monday, June 25, 2012. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu)</p><p>San Francisco Giants' Pablo Sandoval, right, slides into second base on a double as Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Dee Gordon tries to tag him during the fifth inning of a baseball game in San Francisco, Monday, June 25, 2012. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu)</p><p>San Francisco Giants' Pablo Sandoval celebrates after scoring on a double by Hector Sanchez during the fifth inning of a baseball game against the Los Angeles Dodgers in San Francisco, Monday, June 25, 2012. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu)</p><p>San Francisco Giants' Angel Pagan hits a single to score Ryan Theriot off Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Nate Eovaldi during the second inning of a baseball game in San Francisco, Monday, June 25, 2012. At right is Dodgers catcher A.J. Ellis. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu)</p><p>San Francisco Giants' Melky Cabrera, rear, rounds the bases after hitting a solo home run off Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Clayton Kershaw (22) during the fourth inning of a baseball game in San Francisco, Tuesday, June 26, 2012. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu)</p><p>San Francisco Giants' Melky Cabrera hits a solo home run off of Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Clayton Kershaw during the fourth inning of a baseball game in San Francisco, Tuesday, June 26, 2012. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu)</p><p>San Francisco Giants' Angel Pagan slides past Los Angeles Dodgers catcher A.J. Ellis to score on a single by Pablo Sandoval during the fourth inning of a baseball game in San Francisco, Tuesday, June 26, 2012. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu)</p><p>San Francisco Giants pitcher Ryan Vogelsong delivers against the Los Angeles Dodgers during the first inning of a baseball game in San Francisco, Tuesday, June 26, 2012. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu)</p><p>San Francisco Giants pitcher Tim Lincecum delivers against the Los Angeles Dodgers during the second inning of a baseball game in San Francisco, Wednesday, June 27, 2012. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu)</p><p>San Francisco Giants pitcher Tim Lincecum, right, tags out Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Chad Billingsley at home during the third inning of a baseball game in San Francisco, Wednesday, June 27, 2012. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu)</p><p>Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Chad Billingsley delivers against the San Francisco Giants during the first inning of a baseball game in San Francisco, Wednesday, June 27, 2012. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu)</p><p>Los Angeles Dodgers' Andre Ethier (16) bats against the Los Angeles Dodgers during the first inning of a baseball game in San Francisco, Wednesday, June 27, 2012. Ethier reached first on a walk. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu)</p><p>Los Angeles Dodgers' Andre Ethier (16) remains on the ground after being called out at second base on a double play as San Francisco Giants shortstop Ryan Theriot, left, walks toward the dugout during the first inning of a baseball game in San Francisco, Wednesday, June 27, 2012. Juan Rivera was out at first. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/06/19/12291572-weaver-returns-from-dl-beats-giants-6-0http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/06/19/12291572-weaver-returns-from-dl-beats-giants-6-0mlbangelssportsgiantslos-angeles-angelssan-francisco-giantsalbert-pujolsjered-weaverlos-angeles-angels'san-francisco-giants'matt-cainmike-troutmark-trumboryan-vogelsongbrandon-crawfordTue, 19 Jun 2012 05:32:59 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Jerome Williams throws to the San Francisco Giants during the first inning of a baseball game in Anaheim, Calif., Monday, June 18, 2012. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)</p><p>San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Matt Cain throws to the Los Angeles Angels during the first inning of a baseball game in Anaheim, Calif., Monday, June 18, 2012. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)</p><p>San Francisco Giants' Pablo Sandoval reacts as he scores on a two run-triple by Brandon Crawford against the Los Angeles Angels during the second inning of a baseball game in Anaheim, Calif., Monday, June 18, 2012. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)</p><p>Los Angeles Angels' Maicer Izturis, left, is tagged out out by San Francisco Giants catcher Buster Posey while trying to score on a ball hit by Mike Trout during the fourth inning of a baseball game in Anaheim, Calif., Monday, June 18, 2012. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)</p><p>Los Angeles Angels' Mark Trumbo, left, rounds the bases after a home run as San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Matt Cain looks away during the seond inning of a baseball game in Anaheim, Calif., Monday, June 18, 2012. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)</p><p>San Francisco Giants' Brandon Crawford watches his two-run triple against the Los Angeles Angels during the second inning of a baseball game in Anaheim, Calif., Monday, June 18, 2012. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)</p><p>San Francisco Giants' Ryan Theriot watches his RBI-single against the Los Angeles Angels during the sixth inning of a baseball game in Anaheim, Calif., Monday, June 18, 2012. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)</p><p>Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher C.J. Wilson throws to the San Francisco Giants during the first inning of a baseball game in Anaheim, Calif., Tuesday, June 19, 2012. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)</p><p>San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Barry Zito throws to the Los Angeles Angels during the first inning of a baseball game in Anaheim, Calif., Tuesday, June 19, 2012. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)</p><p>San Francisco Giants third baseman Pablo Sandoval fails to throw Los Angeles Angels' Erick Aybar out at first as shortstop Joaquin Arias watches during the third inning of a baseball game in Anaheim, Calif., Tuesday, June 19, 2012. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)</p><p>Los Angeles Angels' Albert Pujols celebrates his three-run home run with Torii Hunter against the San Francisco Giants during the first inning of a baseball game in Anaheim, Calif., Tuesday, June 19, 2012. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)</p><p>San Francisco Giants' Angel Pagan, right, celebrates with Brandon Belt after scoring on a single by Pablo Sandoval against the Los Angeles Angels during the second inning of a baseball game in Anaheim, Calif., Tuesday, June 19, 2012. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)</p><p>Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Jered Weaver throws to the San Francisco Giants during the first inning of a baseball game in Anaheim, Calif., Wednesday, June 20, 2012. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)</p><p>Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Jered Weaver throws to the San Francisco Giants during the first inning of a baseball game in Anaheim, Calif., Wednesday, June 20, 2012. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)</p><p>San Francisco Giants' Pablo Sandoval reacts after striking out against the Los Angeles Angels during the seventh inning of a baseball game in Anaheim, Calif., Wednesday, June 20, 2012. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/06/09/12133680-rangers-throw-3-hitter-in-5-0-win-over-giantshttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/06/09/12133680-rangers-throw-3-hitter-in-5-0-win-over-giantsmlbsportsrangersgiantsworld-seriessan-francisco-giantstexas-rangersnate-schierholtzmatt-harrisoncraig-gentryalexi-ogandoryan-vogelsongSat, 9 Jun 2012 04:57:37 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>Texas Rangers' Ian Kinsler, right, is congratulated by teammate Elvis Andrus (1) after hitting a home run off San Francisco Giants' Barry Zito in the first inning of a baseball game on Friday, June 8, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)</p><p>San Francisco Giants pitcher Barry Zito, left, waits as Texas Rangers' Ian Kinsler runs the bases after hitting a home run in the first inning of a baseball game on Friday, June 8, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)</p><p>Texas Rangers' Yorvit Torrealba, left, reaches for the helmet of Josh Hamilton as Hamilton is congratulated after hitting a home run off San Francisco Giants' Barry Zito in the fifth inning of a baseball game on Friday, June 8, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)</p><p>Texas Rangers' Craig Gentry swings for an RBI-single off San Francisco Giants' Barry Zito in the fourth inning of a baseball game on Friday, June 8, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)</p><p>San Francisco Giants' Barry Zito works against the Texas Rangers in the first inning of a baseball game on Friday, June 8, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)</p><p>Texas Rangers' Matt Harrison works against the San Francisco Giants in the first inning of a baseball game on Friday, June 8, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)</p><p>San Francisco Giants' Barry Zito crouches on the mound in the fourth inning of a baseball game against the Texas Rangers on Friday, June 8, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)</p><p>Texas Rangers' Nelson Cruz, right, is congratulated by teammate Matt Harrison after scoring against the San Francisco Giants in the fourth inning of a baseball game on Friday, June 8, 2012, in San Francisco. Cruz scored on a single by Craig Gentry. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)</p><p>San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Ryan Vogelsong throws to a Texas Rangers batter during the first inning of a baseball game in San Francisco, Saturday, June 9, 2012. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)</p><p>San Francisco Giants third baseman Pablo Sandoval, top, attempts a double play over Texas Rangers' Elvis Andrus on a ground ball by Josh Hamilton during the first inning of a baseball game in San Francisco, Saturday, June 9, 2012. Hamilton was safe at first. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)</p><p>Texas Rangers relief pitcher Scott Feldman throws to the San Francisco Giants during the first inning of a baseball game in San Francisco, Saturday, June 9, 2012. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)</p><p>San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Ryan Vogelsong throws to the Texas Rangers during the third inning of a baseball game in San Francisco, Saturday, June 9, 2012. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)</p><p>Texas Rangers starting pitcher Alexi Ogando throws to the San Francisco Giants during the first inning of a baseball game in San Francisco, Sunday, June 10, 2012. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)</p><p>Texas Rangers' Josh Hamilton drives in two runs with a double against the San Francisco Giants during the sixth inning of a baseball game in San Francisco, Sunday, June 10, 2012. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)</p><p>Texas Rangers' Elvis Andrus scores on a double by Josh Hamilton against the San Francisco Giants during the sixth inning of a baseball game in San Francisco, Sunday, June 10, 2012. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)</p><p>Texas Rangers' Ian Kinsler drives in two runs with a double against the San Francisco Giants during the fourth inning of a baseball game in San Francisco, Sunday, June 10, 2012. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)</p><p>Texas Rangers' Adrian Beltre drives in a run with a double against the San Francisco Giants during the third inning of a baseball game in San Francisco, Sunday, June 10, 2012. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)</p><p>San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Tim Lincecum throws to the Texas Rangers during the first inning of a baseball game in San Francisco, Sunday, June 10, 2012. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)</p><p>San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Tim Lincecum throws to the Texas Rangers during the first inning of a baseball game in San Francisco, Sunday, June 10, 2012. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)</p><p>San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Tim Lincecum, right, gets a visit to the mound from pitching coach Dave Righetti, center, and catcher Buster Posey during the sixth inning of a baseball game against the Texas Rangers in San Francisco, Sunday, June 10, 2012. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/06/02/12017298-vogelsong-wins-fourth-straight-giants-sweep-cubshttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/06/02/12017298-vogelsong-wins-fourth-straight-giants-sweep-cubsmlbsportsgiantscubssan-francisco-giantschicago-cubsjoaquin-ariasbarry-zitomatt-cainmelky-cabrerabuster-poseymadison-bumgarnerryan-vogelsongSat, 2 Jun 2012 05:06:40 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>San Francisco Giants' Gregor Blanco, left, scores on a double by Ryan Theriot as third base coach Tim Flannery, right, yells during the first inning of a baseball game against the Chicago Cubs in San Francisco, Friday, June 1, 2012. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu)</p><p>San Francisco Giants pitcher Madison Bumgarner delivers against the Chicago Cubs during the third inning of a baseball game in San Francisco, Friday, June 1, 2012. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu)</p><p>Chicago Cubs left fielder Alfonso Soriano, right, is congratulated after hitting a 3-run home run off of San Francisco Giants pitcher Santiago Casilla to score Joe Mather, left, and Starlin Castro (13) during the ninth inning of a baseball game in San Francisco, Friday, June 1, 2012. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu)</p><p>Chicago Cubs' David DeJesus runs the bases, left, after hitting a home run off San Francisco Giants' Matt Cain, right, in the fourth inning of a baseball game, Saturday, June 2, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)</p><p>San Francisco Giants' Matt Cain works against the Chicago Cubs in the first inning of a baseball game Saturday, June 2, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)</p><p>Chicago Cubs' Matt Garza works against the San Francisco Giants in the first inning of a baseball game, Saturday, June 2, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)</p><p>Chicago Cubs' David DeJesus celebrates after hitting a home run off San Francisco Giants' Matt Cain in the fourth inning of a baseball game, Saturday, June 2, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)</p><p>San Francisco Giants' Barry Zito works against the Chicago Cubs in the first inning of a baseball game, Sunday, June 3, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)</p><p>San Francisco Giants' Angel Pagan, left, slides to score past Chicago Cubs catcher Koyie Hill in the fifth inning of a baseball game, Sunday, June 3, 2012, in San Francisco. Pagan scored on a double by Joaquin Arias. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)</p><p>San Francisco Giants third baseman Joaquin Arias, left, tags out Chicago Cubs' Ian Stewart in the fourth inning of a baseball game, Sunday, June 3, 2012, in San Francisco. Stewart was attempting to steal third base. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)</p><p>San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Ryan Vogelsong throws to the Chicago Cubs during the second inning of a baseball game in San Francisco, Monday, June 4, 2012. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)</p><p>San Francisco Giants shortstop Brandon Crawford attempts a double play over Chicago Cubs' Darwin Barney (15) after a bunt from Jeff Samardzija during the fourth inning of a baseball game in San Francisco, Monday, June 4, 2012. Samardzija was safe at first base. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)</p><p>Chicago Cubs' Steve Clevenger (51) drives in a run with a single off San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Ryan Vogelsong, right, during the second inning of a baseball game in San Francisco, Monday, June 4, 2012. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)</p><p>Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Jeff Samardzija throws to the San Francisco Giants during the second inning of a baseball game in San Francisco, Monday, June 4, 2012. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)</p><p>San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Ryan Vogelsong, center, talks to pitching coach Dave Righetti, left, and catcher Buster Posey after giving up two runs to the Chicago Cubs during the second inning of a baseball game in San Francisco, Monday, June 4, 2012. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/05/24/11869074-cabreras-4-hits-help-giants-beat-marlins-3-2http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/05/24/11869074-cabreras-4-hits-help-giants-beat-marlins-3-2mlbsportsgiantsmarlinssan-francisco-giantsmark-buehrlematt-cainmelky-cabreratim-lincecumchris-coghlanryan-vogelsongsteve-cishekmiami-marlinsFri, 25 May 2012 03:11:48 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>Miami Marlins' Giancarlo Stanton watches his ball after hitting a home run during the second inning of a baseball game against the San Francisco Giants, Thursday, May 24, 2012, in Miami. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee)</p><p>San Francisco Giants' Ryan Vogelsong delivers a pitch during the first inning of a baseball game against the Miami Marlins, Thursday, May 24, 2012, in Miami. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee)</p><p>Miami Marlins' Omar Infante, right, steals second as San Francisco Giants second baseman Emmanuel Burriss attempts the tag during the third inning of a baseball game on Thursday, May 24, 2012 in Miami. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee)</p><p>Miami Marlins' Anibal Sanchez delivers a pitch during the third inning of a baseball game against the San Francisco Giants, Thursday, May 24, 2012, in Miami. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee)</p><p>San Francisco Giants relief pitcher Steve Edlefsen (65) and catcher Hector Sanchez congratulate each other after defeating the Miami Marlins 14-7 during a baseball game on Thursday, May 24, 2012, in Miami. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee)</p><p>San Francisco Giants' Brandon Crawford leads off of first base as Miami Marlins starting pitcher Josh Johnson, foreground, prepares to pitch during the first inning of a baseball game, Friday, May 25, 2012 in Miami. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee)</p><p>Miami Marlins right fielder Giancarlo Stanton is unable to catch a ball hit by San Francisco Giants' Aubrey Huff for a single during the second inning of a baseball game, Friday, May 25, 2012 in Miami. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee)</p><p>Miami Marlins third baseman Hanley Ramirez (2) prepares to tag out San Francisco Giants' Brandon Crawford at third during the third inning of a baseball game, Friday, May 25, 2012 in Miami. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee)</p><p>San Francisco Giants' Tim Lincecum delivers a pitch during the second inning of a baseball game against the Miami Marlins, Friday, May 25, 2012 in Miami. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee)</p><p>Miami Marlins' Chris Coghlan, left, is congratulated by Logan Morrison, center and Bryan Petersen after Coghlan hit a home run scoring the three during the sixth inning of a baseball game against the San Francisco Giants, Friday, May 25, 2012 in Miami. The Marlins defeated the Giants 7-6. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee)</p><p>Miami Marlins relief pitcher Steve Cishek reacts as the Marlins defeated the San Francisco Giants 7-6 during a baseball game, Friday, May 25, 2012 in Miami. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee)</p><p>Miami Marlins' Donovan Solano (17) is out at second as San Francisco Giants second baseman Emmanuel Burriss throws to first, where Chris Coghlan was safe in the second inning of a baseball game in Miami, Saturday, May 26, 2012. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)</p><p>San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Madison Bumgarner throws in the third inning during a baseball game against the Miami Marlins in Miami, Saturday, May 26, 2012. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)</p><p>San Francisco Giants' Emmanuel Burriss, right, beats the throw to Miami Marlins catcher John Buck, left, to score in the third inning of a baseball game in Miami, Saturday, May 26, 2012. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)</p><p>Miami Marlins starting pitcher Ricky Nolasco throws in the first inning during a baseball game against the San Francisco Giants in Miami, Sunday, May 27, 2012. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)</p><p>San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Matt Cain throws in the first inning during a baseball game against the Miami Marlins in Miami, Sunday, May 27, 2012. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)</p><p>San Francisco Giants' Melky Cabrera hits a solo home run in the first inning during a baseball game against the Miami Marlins in Miami, Sunday, May 27, 2012. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)</p><p>San Francisco Giants' Melky Cabrera (53) is met by Buster Posey, right, after hitting a solo run in the first inning of a baseball game against the Miami Marlins in Miami, Sunday, May 27, 2012. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/05/23/11822928-d-backs-blow-chances-early-in-3-1-loss-to-giantshttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/05/23/11822928-d-backs-blow-chances-early-in-3-1-loss-to-giantsdiamondbacksmlbsportsarizona-diamondbacksian-kennedybrad-zieglertrevor-cahillryan-vogelsongWed, 23 May 2012 06:50:22 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Dee Gordon, right, leaps to avoid the slide by Arizona Diamondbacks' Justin Upton, left, to complete a double play for the final outs of the game in the ninth inning of a baseball game Tuesday, May 22, 2012, in Phoenix. The Dodgers won 8-7.(AP Photo/Paul Connors)</p><p>Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher J.J. Putz walks back to the mound after allowing a two-run double to Los Angeles Dodgers' Adam Kennedy in the ninth inning of a baseball game Tuesday, May 22, 2012, in Phoenix. Kennedy's hit drove in the game-winning run. The Dodgers won 8-7.(AP Photo/Paul Connors)</p><p>Arizona Diamondbacks' Lyle Overbay, right, is congratulated by teammate Chris Young, left, as he returns to the dugout after hitting a solo home run off Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Josh Lindblom in the eighth inning of a baseball game Tuesday, May 22, 2012, in Phoenix.(AP Photo/Paul Connors)</p><p>Arizona Diamondbacks catcher Miguel Montero, right, is greeted by teammate Henry Blanco after warming up the pitcher between innings of a baseball game against the Milwaukee Brewers, Friday, May 25, 2012, in Phoenix. Montero and the Diamondbacks have agreed to a five-year, $60-million contract extenstion. (AP Photo/Matt York)</p><p>Arizona Diamondbacks catcher Miguel Montero watches his teammates between innings of a baseball game against the Milwaukee Brewers, Friday, May 25, 2012, in Phoenix. Montero and the Diamondbacks have agreed to a five-year, $60-million contract extenstion. (AP Photo/Matt York) </p><p>Milwaukee Brewers' Ceaser Izturis, right, leaves the game with a trainer after being hurt while running to third base against the Arizona Diamondbacks during the sixth inning of a baseball game on Friday, May 25, 2012, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Matt York) </p><p>Milwaukee Brewers' Ceaser Izturis, left, advances to third as Arizona Diamondbacks' Willie Bloomquist cannot reach a base hit by Corey Hart during the sixth inning of a baseball game on Friday, May 25, 2012, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Matt York) </p><p>Milwaukee Brewers' Ceaser Izturis (3) leaves the game with assistance from manager Ron Roenicke (10), coach Ed Sedar (6) and the Brewers' trainer after being hurt while running to third base against the Arizona Diamondbacks during the sixth inning of a baseball game on Friday, May 25, 2012, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Matt York) </p><p>FILE - in this April 10, 2012, file photo, Arizona Diamondbacks catcher Miguel Montero fields a bunt attempt by San Diego Padres' Will Venable during a baseball game in San Diego. A person with knowledge of the situation said the Diamondbacks and Montero have agreed to a five-year, $60 million contract on Friday, May 25, 2012. The person asked not to be identified because the agreement had not officially been announced. That is expected to happen within the next two days. (AP Photo/Lenny Ignelzi, File)</p><p>Milwaukee Brewers' Rickie Weeks rounds the bases after hitting a solo home run against the Arizona Diamondbacks during the first inning of a baseball game on Friday, May 25, 2012, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Matt York) </p><p>Milwaukee Brewers' Ryan Braun (8) crosses home plate after hitting a two-run home run against the Arizona Diamondbacks during the fourth inning of a baseball game on Friday, May 25, 2012, in Phoenix. Greeting Braun is teammate Nyjer Morgan (2). (AP Photo/Matt York) </p><p>Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Yovani Gallardo delivers against the Arizona Diamondbacks during the first inning of a baseball game on Friday, May 25, 2012, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Matt York) </p><p>Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Ian Kennedy delivers against the Milwaukee Brewers during the first inning of a baseball game on Friday, May 25, 2012, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Matt York) </p><p>Milwaukee Brewers' Ryan Braun, front, rounds the bases after hitting a two-run home run as Arizona Diamondbacks' Josh Bell looks on during the fourth inning of a baseball game on Friday, May 25, 2012, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Matt York) </p><p>Arizona Diamondbacks' John McDonald, left, is congratulated by third base coach Matt Williams (9) after hitting a solo home run off of San Francisco Giants pitcher Barry Zito during the eighth inning of a baseball game in San Francisco, Monday, May 28, 2012. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu)</p><p>San Francisco Giants pitcher Barry Zito pitches against the Arizona Diamondbacks during the first inning of a baseball game in San Francisco, Monday, May 28, 2012. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu)</p><p>Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Trevor Cahill delivers against the San Francisco Giants during the first inning of a baseball game in San Francisco, Monday, May 28, 2012. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu)</p><p>San Francisco Giants' Hector Sanchez, left, is congratulated by Joaquin Arias after scoring on Brandon Belt's triple against the Arizona Diamondbacks during the first inning of a baseball game in San Francisco, Monday, May 28, 2012. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu)</p><p>A San Francisco Giants fan waves an American flag during Memorial Day at a baseball game between the San Francisco Giants and the Arizona Diamondbacks in San Francisco, Monday, May 28, 2012. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu)</p><p>Arizona Diamondbacks' Justin Upton (10) doubles to score Trevor Cahill against the San Francisco Giants during the third inning of a baseball game in San Francisco, Monday, May 28, 2012. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu)</p><p>San Francisco Giants' Angel Pagan, left, scores on a single by Hector Sanchez past Arizona Diamondbacks catcher Miguel Montero during the first inning of a baseball game in San Francisco, Monday, May 28, 2012. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu)</p><p>San Francisco Giants' Gregor Blanco, left, scores while stealing home past Arizona Diamondbacks catcher Miguel Montero (26) during the first inning of a baseball game in San Francisco, Monday, May 28, 2012. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu)</p><p>Former baseball player Barry Bonds laughs as he watches a baseball game between the San Francisco Giants and the Arizona Diamondbacks in San Francisco, Monday, May 28, 2012. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu)</p><p>San Francisco Giants' Ryan Vogelsong works against the Arizona Diamondbacks during the first inning of a baseball game Tuesday, May 29, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)</p><p>Arizona Diamondbacks' Joe Saunders works against the San Francisco Giants during the first inning of a baseball game Tuesday, May 29, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)</p><p>San Francisco Giants' Melky Cabrera swings for a single off Arizona Diamondbacks' Bryan Shaw in the eighth inning of a baseball game Tuesday, May 29, 2012, in San Francisco. Cabrera broke the Giants hit record for May with the hit, previously held by Willie Mays. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)</p><p>Arizona Diamondbacks' Chris Young reacts after being called out on strikes from San Francisco Giants' Clay Hensley during the eighth inning of a baseball game Tuesday, May 29, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/05/19/11763822-cowgills-collision-powers-as-past-giants-6-2http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/05/19/11763822-cowgills-collision-powers-as-past-giants-6-2mlbsportsgiantsathleticsoakland-athleticssan-franciscosan-francisco-giantsbay-areabarry-zitobay-bridge-seriesbrandon-beltryan-vogelsongcollin-cowgillSat, 19 May 2012 05:37:18 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>San Francisco Giants pitcher Barry Zito works against the Oakland Athletics during the first inning of a baseball game Friday, May 18, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)</p><p>San Francisco Giants' Brandon Belt watches his RBI sacrifice fly hit off Oakland Athletics' Jerry Blevins in the fourth inning of a baseball game Friday, May 18, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)</p><p>San Francisco Giants pitcher Barry Zito works against the Oakland Athletics during the first inning of a baseball game Friday, May 18, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)</p><p>Oakland Athletics' Daric Barton slides to score beveath the tag of San Francisco Giants catcher Hector Danchez during the fifth inning of a baseball game Friday, May 18, 2012, in San Francisco. Barton scored on a double by Josh Donaldson. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)</p><p>San Francisco Giants' Angel Pagan turns to check the call after sliding to score against the Oakland Athletics during the second inning of a baseball game Friday, May 18, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)</p><p>San Francisco Giants' Angel Pagan slides to score beneath the tag of Oakland Athletics catcher Kurt Suzuki during the second inning of a baseball game Friday, May 18, 2012, in San Francisco. Pagan scored on a single by Brandon Belt. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)</p><p>San Francisco Giants' Angel Pagan (16) is welcomed back to the dugout by manager Bruce Bochy, right, after scoring against the Oakland Athletics in the second inning of a baseball game Friday, May 18, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)</p><p>Oakland Athletics' Josh Donaldson connects for an RBI double off San Francisco Giants' Barry Zito during the fifth inning of a baseball game Friday, May 18, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)</p><p>Oakland Athletics manager Bob Melvin, left, removes pitcher Jarrod Parker (11) from the baseball game against the San Francisco Giants during the third inning Friday, May 18, 2012, in San Francisco. At right is Cliff Pennington (2). (AP Photo/Ben Margot)</p><p>San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Ryan Vogelsong throws to the Oakland Athletics during the first inning of a baseball game in San Francisco, Saturday, May 19, 2012. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)</p><p>San Francisco Giants' Melky Cabrera singles against the Oakland Athletics during the first inning of a baseball game in San Francisco, Saturday, May 19, 2012. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)</p><p>Oakland Athletics starting pitcher Tyson Ross falls down as he tries to catch a pop fly by San Francisco Giants' Gregor Blanco during the second inning of a baseball game in San Francisco, Saturday, May 19, 2012. Blanco got a single on the play. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)</p><p>Oakland Athletics' Collin Cowgill, center, scores on a wild pitch from San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Tim Lincecum, right, during the fourth inning of an interleague baseball game in San Francisco, Sunday, May 20, 2012. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)</p><p>San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Tim Lincecum throws to the Oakland Athletics during the fourth inning of an interleague baseball game in San Francisco, Sunday, May 20, 2012. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)</p><p>San Francisco Giants' Brandon Crawford, front right, scores from third base past the tag-attempt from Oakland Athletics catcher Kurt Suzuki, left, on a sacrifice fly ball from Buster Posey during the third inning of an interleague baseball game in San Francisco, Sunday, May 20, 2012. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)</p><p>Oakland Athletics starting pitcher Bartolo Colon throws to the San Francisco Giants during the first inning of an interleague baseball game in San Francisco, Sunday, May 20, 2012. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)</p><p>San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Tim Lincecum grabs a comeback ground ball from Oakland Athletics' Josh Reddick during the fourth inning of an interleague baseball game in San Francisco, Sunday, May 20, 2012. Lincecum threw out Reddick at first base. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)</p><p>Oakland Athletics' Jemile Weeks slides safely into third base for a triple against the San Francisco Giants during the third inning of an interleague baseball game in San Francisco, Sunday, May 20, 2012. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)</p><p>San Francisco Giants' Angel Pagan, right, slides in safely for a double past the tag-attempt from Oakland Athletics shortstop Cliff Pennington, center, during the second inning of an interleague baseball game in San Francisco, Sunday, May 20, 2012. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)</p><p>San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Tim Lincecum throws to the Oakland Athletics during the first inning of an interleague baseball game in San Francisco, Sunday, May 20, 2012. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)</p>