Just like the last time they lost a series—which was a while ago—the San Francisco Giants won the first game of the series but then dropped the remaining ones. Game 2 was "the one that got away" for the SF Giants, who had tons of baserunners, via both hits and especially walks, and they could only cash in one run. The Giants held the Pirates to just two runs, so all it would've taken was one big hit. Game 3 was always going to be tough with breakout star Mitch Keller on the mound for the Pirates.

Giants outfielder Michael Conforto had an injury scare, which is exactly what the San Francisco Giants don't need as they already have key contributors on the injured list. Thankfully, Conforto's MRI came back clean and he is just day-to-day. Tomorrow is a well-timed off day in that case. Joc Pederson, Thairo Estrada, and Joey Bart are also out right now, but all seem relatively close to returning.

Alex Wood pitched a clunker today for the SF Giants vs. a Pirates team he really must do better against. With Wood struggling in the rotation, Sean Manaea in the bullpen (but pitching well lately), and Ross Stripling on the IL, is it time to consider Minor League options such as Kyle Harrison and Keaton Winn? Those players and the likelihood of a callup are discussed.

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