The Giants suffered their third loss in a row; an anemic 2-1 smack down by the lowly puds. Perhaps they were counting on another ninth inning comeback but it was not to be. Tonight truly was a rude reminder of just how weak our offense can be. And yet, it was also a reminder of just how good Tim Lincecum could still be.
Which is why I find myself with a bit of a shit eating grin. Tim did damn good tonight; 105 pitches (64 strikes), 7 innings, 2 runs, 6 hits (all singles), 3 walks, and a nifty NINE strikeouts. His only failing was allowing 4 of those singles in the third inning. Lincecum's stuff was as nasty as I can remember and with Buster behind the plate, Tim showed no hesitation to bring it. He finished strong (two K's) and I always take that as a very good sign. Two quality starts in a row is not exactly something to wet your pants over, but believe me, I am starting to get excited. Maybe, just maybe, very good times are ahead for Timmeh.
Around here we call that "getting Cain'd."
ReplyDeleteVery happy to see Tim pitch well, despite the agonizing loss.
ReplyDeleteHow about Pagan's catch in CF? Man, that saved a run or two. And Pablo's spectacular grab of that bunt attmept. It all has to work together to get a win: pitching, fielding, hitting, baserunning, etc.
ReplyDeleteI'm also happy about the pitcher, but it's frustrating when the offense goes into hibernation. Our only run was manufactured by Pagan in the first inning with a single, a steal, a fielder's choice and a wild pitch.
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