The hobbling Giant

Injuries plague the Giants at this point in the season.  I originally thought that the type and timing of the injuries weren't that big of a problem.  Most teams suffer some injuries and they generally come in clusters, but the recent blow to Buster Posey is huge.  Take Barry Zito, Pablo Sandavol, Mark DeRosa, Darren Ford, Santiago Casilla, Mike Fontenot, and the recent return of Andres Torres and Cody Ross; none compare to the depth of impact on the Giants of the injury to Buster Posey.  Though young, his management of the pitching staff and calling of games has been nothing short of masterful, add to that the loss of hit bat will make and the situation is dire.  Pablo's return will be key, to regain his bat and Eli Whiteside can handle the came and the pitching staff, just not like Posey can.  Plus the combination offensive/Defensive player that he is will be felt.

I hope that the call ups can prove surprising, but the loss of Posey is nothing short of a disaster.

Fun fifth win in the 11th featuring the youth.

Ford knocks a single and steals second (as if everyone didn't see that coming) leading to a Buster Posey walk to setup the force followed by a knock to right field, by Burress.  What followed was both highly entertaining (unless your a A's fan) and indicative of Giants baseball at the moment. Darren Ford turned on the after burners and from second base just beat out a throw from right filed to win the game, in the 11th inning.  This was the 13th victory at home for the Giants of 18 home games, the 11th by one run and the 7th by walk off.  The whole team has stepped up to contribute when it matters most, just not at the same time, such that the team wins comfortably.  I'm not sure if it qualifies as torture yet, but I am in.

Too soon to tell

Well Giants fans, I am watching the last game in the Giants/Dodger series and one thing is clear...this is going to a another season down to the wire.  The lack of offensive production is once again going to determine wins and losses.  The pitching staff (all hail Vogelsong for filling in brilliantly) are going to keep games close.  So, its back to the one and two run wins or losses.  The real question is, can the Giants put up the one or two runs late to nail down the game or take the lead?  Its just too soon to tell.

Zito still out for a bit, Pablo still out for a bit, DeRosa looks like he is out for a bit (when his opportunity to play third presented itself, down goes his wrist; poor bastard).

Did anyone really think paying Huff a pile of money (way more than anyone else as offering, sound familiar?) would result in more production?  I expect the same from him, but now the Giants are paying twice a much for the privilege.

Your thoughts?