The Giants secure their 10th World Series title, and the first of the Stewart Era with a 4-2 win over the Blue Jays. Avoiding a Game 7 in the World Series was the one game from maximum they finished, having been taken to the brink by both the Diamondbacks and the Mets.
San Francisco Post-Season Stats
The Giants certainly didn’t ride their bats to World Series glory, with only four of the nine regular starters posting a wRC+ above league average. Of those, Jaquan Willie was clearly the star, 20 H, 4 HR, 12 RBI all leading the team.
The Starting Rotation came to play, all but Juan Montoya putting up a FIP- well below league average, and all enjoying QS in at least half of their starts.
In the bullpen, Rickey Eggett was up and down, securing 3 HLD but with a 133 FIP-, while Josh Medaris was the only pitcher to have multiple MD, recording two without a SD. Josh O’Neal, Josh Parker, and Mike Stark all recording a MD without a SD, whilr both Mike Grudzinski and Pete Lamar were the opposite, avoiding a MD and registering one and two SD respectively. Rickey Martino was successful in every save opportunity presented, recording four in six appearances.
Minor Leagues
Post Season
Sacramento River Cats [AAA] missed the playoffs by 2 games.
Richmond Flying Squirrels [AA] missed the playoffs by 1 game.
Eugene Emeralds [A+] missed the playoffs by 15 games.
San Jose Giants [A] missed the playoffs by 11 games.
San Francisco (ACL) Giants Orange [R] missed the playoffs by 1.5 games.
San Francisco (DSL) Giants Orange [R] lost in the 1st Round.
It's a tough year down on the farm as only the DSL side make the postseason. On the flip side, three teams missed the playoffs by two games or less, and all but one team had a winning record. Hopefully with the winning records this won’t have been too damaging to player development.
Owner Goals Review
Team Record:
Goal: Achieve a Winning Record. Result: World Series Trophy. What more do I need to say?
Improve team stats:
I told you that Stolen Bases was important to shore up, and I'm thrilled that you accomplished that. Glad to see we ended up 6th this year. Well done!
Extend your player:
It's not easy to lock up a guy who doesn't want to talk. Keep the discussions open with Ernesto Pantoja.
Improve your fan interest:
Fan engagement is sky high. Keep up the good work!
Improve your intl. amateur finds:
I like some of the international pieces we've brought in, but there's still more work to do.
Long Term:
I gave you 6 years to bring a trophy to the city when I set out my vision years ago. And I certainly can't complain now. Well done!
I am very 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 ecstatic.
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:
Edgar Luque, 16 year-old RF out of Dominican Republic
Lean and athletic, Edgar Luque hails from Cristóbal, Dominican Republic. At maturity he should be able to draw walks and work the count among the best in baseball. He has a great stroke and projects to hit for a high average. His superior speed translates to a green light on the bases. Luque profiles as an everyday right fielder who can make an impact on a top-tier team.
Humberto Pinera, 16 year-old 3B out of Dominican Republic
Lean and athletic, Humberto Pinera hails from Sabana Buey, Dominican Republic. Expect plus-plus contact from him. He has good vision and clean swing mechanics. As he develops he should be able to play the third baseman position at the next level. He should do a good job of working the count. Pinera 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:
Daniel Morales, 16 year-old LF out of Dominican Republic
Daniel Morales is a long, lean athletic left fielder who was born in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. He is a plus contact potential. As he matures he will grow into an above average power hitter. He's a sure-handed left fielder position with the ability to pick the ball up off the bat. Morales is projected to be an elite starting left fielder.
Luis Amaya, 16 year-old SS out of Dominican Republic
Luis Amaya is a long, lean athletic shortstop who was born in Santiago, Dominican Republic. He hits to the opposite field with an unorthodox, but effective, short swing. He looks like an above average shortstop in the field. Amaya has the tools to develop into a star caliber shortstop.
Scouting Discoveries
Eliazer Montero had a productive post-season, unearthing two Scouting Discoveries with above average potential, both of whom will head to the International Complex.