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usonian

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3. Bob had prima donnas to work with. He probably worked harder than they did.

Reply to ificandream (Original post)

Tue Oct 24, 2023, 09:28 PM

Oct 2023

Giants (Farhan) failed at the deadline to get star class hitting and starting pitching.

Couldn't make up for that by platooning. That was à hallucination.

But now they have lots more cash and the first fruit of the minor league revival. Pat the Bat was part of it, coaching in the minors.

The Giants fizzled at the tail end but Bailey was a surprise, and Estrada, and a few others never slowed down. So off season is a big question and opportunity, along with the new players.

Who knows if the platoon system will be moderated. I am sure that BoMel asked. Moving fielders all over certainly hurt their piss poor defense. Last in the league, IIRC.

Don't count oh Shohei.

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Giants to announce Bob Melvin as manager: Sources (The Athletic) [View all] ificandream Oct 2023 OP

It ain't the manager. The Giants don't have enough talent. chicoescuela Oct 2023 #1

He also had a team payroll in San Diego Mr.Bill Oct 2023 #2

You said it: "chemistry." And hopefully, with a little "Magic Wandoo" mixed in. Auggie Oct 2023 #4

Bob had prima donnas to work with. He probably worked harder than they did. usonian Oct 2023 #3