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Troy Brock

Troy Brock

Joined: Oct 14, 2024

Sep 28, 2024; San Francisco, California, USA; San Francisco Giants infielder LaMonte Wade Jr. (31) fouls off a pitch and breaks his bat against the St. Louis Cardinals during the fifth inning at Oracle Park. Mandatory Credit: Robert Edwards-Imagn Images
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San Francisco Giants On-Base Threat Cracks Top Half of First Baseman Rankings

Of the many first basemen that the San Francisco Giants employed in 2024, one stood out above the rest.

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Sep 20, 2024; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; San Francisco Giants first baseman Mark Canha (16) bats during the first inning against the Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images
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San Francisco Giants Deadline Acquisition an 'Honorable Mention' in Power Rankings

The San Francisco Giants made a trade at the deadline to upgrade at first base, but their acquisition failed to make the top 25 in the first baseman power rankings.

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Oct 20, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; New York Mets first baseman Pete Alonso (20) hits a single in the third inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers during game six of the NLCS for the 2024 MLB playoffs at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images
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San Francisco Giants Listed Among Top Fits for Slugging First Baseman

The San Francisco Giants could use an upgrade at first base, and have been named as a potential landing spot for a free agent slugger.

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Oct 26, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; New York Yankees outfielder Juan Soto (22) hits a solo home run in the third inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers during game two of the 2024 MLB World Series at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images
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San Francisco Giants Listed Among Top Fits for Juan Soto Despite Past Failures

The San Francisco Giants have not been able to land the big name free agents of the last few years, but have been listed as one of the top fits for Juan Soto in this year's free agent class.

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Sep 24, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; San Francisco Giants shortstop Brett Wisely (0) makes the play against the Arizona Diamondbacks in the ninth inning at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Rick Scuteri-Imagn Images
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Strong Defense Lands Giants Second Baseman Among Game's Best at Position

The San Francisco Giants pride themselves on defense, and one of their players has lived up to the high expectations they put on their players.

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Sep 27, 2024; San Francisco, California, USA; San Francisco Giants designated hitter Casey Schmitt (10) fields a ground ball by St. Louis Cardinals designated hitter Matt Carpenter during the seventh inning at Oracle Park. Mandatory Credit: D. Ross Cameron-Imagn Images
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Short Bounce Back Season Earns Giants Second Baseman 'Honorable Mention'

The San Francisco Giants received much better production from a young role player this year, though it came in a small sample size.

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Oct 1, 2024; San Francisco, CA, USA; San Francisco Giants president of baseball operations Buster Posey speaks with the media after an introductory press conference at Oracle Park. Mandatory Credit: Robert Edwards-Imagn Images
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San Francisco Giants Not Expected to Spend Big in Free Agency

The San Francisco Giants are not expected to be big spenders in free agency this offseason.

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Sep 25, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; San Francisco Giants shortstop Tyler Fitzgerald (49) catches the ball to stop Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Corbin Carroll (7) from stealing second base in the first inning at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Kartozian-Imagn Images
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San Francisco Giants Rookie Lands Among Top 20 Shortstops After Breakout Season

The San Francisco Giants have a lot of work to do in order to contend, but they have found a solid piece for their offense.

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San Francisco Giants Michael Conforto (8) reacts after hitting a 3-run home run off Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Brandon Pfaadt (32) in the third inning at Chase Field in Phoenix on Tuesday, Sept. 24, 2024.
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San Francisco Giants Slide in Way-Too-Early Power Rankings After Ace Opts Out

The San Francisco Giants will need a lot of help to improve upon their 2024 campaign, especially if they are unable to re-sign their ace in free agency.

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Sep 22, 2024; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Blake Snell (7) pitches during the first inning against the Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images
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San Francisco Giants Free Agent Ace Projected to Land $100 Million Deal

The San Francisco Giants will need to pony up if they want to keep their ace in town.

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Despite Changes San Francisco Giants Still Land In Top 20 of Latest Power Rankings

The San Francisco Giants approach free agency one ace lighter, but still place well in the latest power rankings.

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San Francisco Giants Ace Pegged As Top Available Free Agent Pitcher

The San Francisco Giants are coming off of a disappointing season and now could see their ace leave in free agency after he opted out.

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