SF Giants pitchers issue 10 walks in loss to Rockies at Oracle Park
San Francisco Chronicle • • sports
Key Points:
- The San Francisco Giants lost 13-7 to the last-place Colorado Rockies, with the game marred by numerous walks and defensive lapses, leading to a team meeting called by manager Tony Vitello.
- Giants pitchers issued 10 walks and hit a batter, contributing to eight runs for the Rockies; rookie catcher Drew Cavanaugh struggled to handle a wild pitch that allowed a crucial run.
- Despite Rafael Devers' three-run Splash Hit and solid performances from a few players, the Giants failed to capitalize in the late innings and were shut down offensively after the fifth inning.
- Starting pitcher Blade Tidwell, dealing with back stiffness, walked five batters and gave up six runs in 4⅓ innings, a performance he candidly described as poor.
- The Giants have now lost five straight series, including three at home, and are 10-18 since the All-Star break, marking their first season series loss to the Rockies since 2020.
