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March 04, 2026

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The San Francisco Giants took a heavy loss against Team USA, showcasing their role as a warm-up act for the World Baseball Classic with a disheartening 15-1 scoreline. While the game served as an exhibition, it highlighted the need for the Giants to refine their bullpen strategy, as Jeremy Affeldt pointed out that establishing defined roles is crucial for relievers in what may be a challenging season ahead. On a brighter note, catcher Patrick Bailey is already demonstrating his savvy with the new ABS challenge system, promising to frustrate umpires throughout the 2026 season. Meanwhile, Giants ace Logan Webb is set to take the mound for Team USA against Brazil this Friday, adding another layer of intrigue as he prepares alongside other stars in the Classic.

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Jeremy Affeldt reminds SF Giants something very important about bullpen construction

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Jeremy Affeldt reminds SF Giants something very important about bullpen construction

SF Giants legend Jeremy Affeldt reminded the team that it will be very important to provide relievers in the bullpen with defined roles which may be tough.

SF Giants catcher Patrick Bailey is going to give umpires nightmares this season

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SF Giants catcher Patrick Bailey is going to give umpires nightmares this season

SF Giants catcher Patrick Bailey is already proving in spring training that he can use the new ABS challenge system to his advantage in the 2026 season.

Giants perform their civic duty, get crushed by Team USA

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Giants perform their civic duty, get crushed by Team USA

The San Francisco Giants knew their part on Tuesday and they played it well. Perhaps a little too well, if you ask me. The Giants hosted a star-studded Team USA on Tuesday at Scottsdale Stadium, serving as the tune-up appetizer before the World Baseball Classic starts later this week. And an appetizer they were. A […]

Tuesday BP: Giants vs. Team USA

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Tuesday BP: Giants vs. Team USA

Good morning, baseball fans! Today, the San Francisco Giants get the honor of hosting the World Baseball Classic’s Team USA for an exhibition game! So let’s take a look at what we can expect for that. Today’s game will start at 12:05 p.m. PT and it will air nationally on ESPN, with local radio coverage […]

Webb to open Team USA's Classic run Friday vs. Brazil

Webb to open Team USA's Classic run Friday vs. Brazil

PHOENIX -- Team USA has set its star-studded rotation for the World Baseball Classic. Manager Mark DeRosa said Monday that Logan Webb, Tarik Skubal, Paul Skenes and Nolan McLean are lined up to start the first four games of pool play, in that order.

Team USA lauds growing chemistry in WBC tuneup

Team USA lauds growing chemistry in WBC tuneup

Team USA manager Mark DeRosa said the team had a "different feel" to the 2023 squad, citing how everybody stayed in the dugout through the end of their 15-1 exhibition win over the Giants.