We’re headed back to the Superior National League today with the reigning World Series champions starting our look this week at the NL West.
Biggest Additions: Miguel Tejada, Jeff Suppan, Elmer Dessens
Biggest Subtractions: Juan Uribe, Edgar Renteria, Jose Guillen, Chris Ray
Offseason Review: The Giants had a really, really quiet offseason. As you can see, they didn’t have any major signings. I think the days of Tejada being a major signing are long gone. Quite frankly, I had forgotten the Elmer Dessens even pitched in the majors any more, and the Suppan signing… well, that’s probably going to be a step down from just about anybody. Nice guy. Horrible pitcher for the last couple of years. Throw in the fact that two of their World Series helpers (Uribe & Renteria) signed elsewhere, and the Giants may have taken a small step backwards this offseason.
Season Preview: Now, all the above being said, the Giants are still a good team. They are basically the same team that won 92 games last year and ripped right through the playoffs. Their young pitching came to life during the playoffs, and will be a major benefit during the season. Look for more of the same out of San Francisco this season as well. Quality pitching has a tendency to win, and win frequently.
Final Record: 91-71, 1st in the NL West
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