Having eliminated the Giants, the Washington Nationals go on to win their first World Series of the save and second all-time, after their first win in 2019. They were taken to the limit by the Mets, winning a road Game 7 to advance to the World Series, but swept the Road Warriors, winning the title with a 10-inning, 4-3 victory in Washington. The Road Warriors were making their first appearance in the World Series since moving to Columbus and will have to wait to end their WS drought that now stretches back 53 years, to 1991. They had made an impressive run to the AL Pennant, sweeping both the Mariners and incredibly the Royals, before overcoming the White Sox in seven, coming back from 3-2 down to win games six and seven at home.
San Francisco Post-Season Stats
One series of postseason action makes for a very small sample size but Joel Hudson, Gianvito Heaton, and Sergio Ibarra averaged less than a hit a game and with that return from one third of the line up success is tough to come by.
In the rotation, Andy Frederick had one good, one bad outing, while Greg Ward was the only other SP to struggle. The bullpen saw five MDs during a five game series which sums the situation up, with both Rickey Martino and Mike Grudzinski regular season performers who both had a 1:1 SD:MD ratio.
Minor Leagues
Post Season
Sacramento River Cats [AAA] missed the Playoffs by 3 games.
Richmond Flying Squirrels [AA] missed the playoffs by 8 games.
Eugene Emeralds [A+] won the Championship (threepeat).
San Jose Giants [A] lost in the 1st Round.
San Francisco (ACL) Giants Orange [R] missed the playoffs by 7 games.
San Francisco (DSL) Giants Orange [R] lost in the 1st Round.
The Emeralds go three-in-a-row in the Northwest League, bringing home the only title for the Giants in 2054, while only the A-Ball and DSL teams made the playoffs in a somewhat disappointing minor league season.
Owner Goals Review
Team Record:
I secretly hoped that you would make the playoffs, but I certainly did not expect it this year. I'm very happy with what you did with this team this year.
Improve team stats:
I told you that Home Runs was important to shore up, and I'm thrilled that you accomplished that. Glad to see we ended up 4th this year. Well done!
Acquire a player:
Great job acquiring Ernesto Pantoja. While I didn't specifically have him in mind when I sent you looking for a Most Valuable Player Award winner, he will fit the bill nicely.
Improve your fan interest:
Fan interest is growing. Keep working to improve it.
Improve your intl. amateur finds:
Thanks to you, we've developed a productive international pipeline. Good work!
Long Term:
You made the playoffs. I had set out a longer vision to bring a championship to San Francisco by 2060, and that time isn't up yet. You do know it's been 18 years since this franchise has won? That may not be as bad as some teams, but I think the fans are starting to wonder when the next one will come.
I am happy with your performance in accomplishing the goals I have given you. However, when I consider the on- and off-field success of the team, my overall mood with your performance is delighted.
International Amateurs
We just completed our monthly private practice with many young international amateur free agents who we hope can aid our club in the coming years. It was great to meet the players in-person and get to know them better, and I was able to improve my scouting assessment on all invitees.
In fact some of the players impressed me, since they showcased a higher potential than I had previously expected from them:
Sergio Lara, 16 year-old CF out of Dominican Republic
Sergio Lara is a long, lean athletic center fielder who was born in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. He projects to be a very good contact hitter. His elite speed will benefit him on the basepaths. He does a great job at the plate working the count and frustrating opposing pitchers. If Lara fulfills his potential, he could make multiple trips to the All-Star Game.
Andres Rizo, 16 year-old 1B out of Dominican Republic
6-foot-1 first baseman Andres Rizo is from Duvergé, Dominican Republic. He has the potential to display plus-plus power from the right side of the plate. He provides well above average defense. He should make pitchers work to get him out. Rizo has a high ceiling and projects well on the field and at the plate.
However, a few invitees left me disappointed as they did not appear to match my previous assessment, although they may still end up being future stars:
Julio Ramos, 16 year-old SS out of Colombia
Julio Ramos is a long, lean athletic shortstop who was born in Medellín, Colombia. He has a great stroke and projects to hit for a high average. He should draw an average number of walks. Ramos has a considerable ceiling and can be a first division starter in the majors.
Juan Orozco, 16 year-old SS out of Dominican Republic
Lean and athletic, Juan Orozco hails from Dajabón, Dominican Republic. He could develop one of the best eyes in the game. He has the strength to put a charge in the baseball and hit an above average number of dingers. His contact potential grades out as average. Scouts project Orozco to fill a key role for a contending team in the big leagues.