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Webb’s Rough Start, Fried’s Dominant Day Highlight 3/25 SP Roundup
fantasy-baseball16 days ago

Webb’s Rough Start, Fried’s Dominant Day Highlight 3/25 SP Roundup

Pitcher List’s SP Roundup for 3/25 recaps Wednesday’s starting pitchers for fantasy baseball, noting Logan Webb’s 5.0 innings and 6 earned runs against the Yankees but arguing the underlying stuff wasn’t as bad as the line suggests, while Max Fried dominated with 6.1 innings of 0 ER; the piece also references Joe Ryan and Trevor Rogers on Opening Day and mentions that streaming picks have moved to the SP Matchups & Streamer Rankings article, plus an invitation to join a Twitch Q&A.

USA edges Canada to reach WBC semifinal vs Dominican Republic
sports27 days ago

USA edges Canada to reach WBC semifinal vs Dominican Republic

USA beat Canada 5-3 at Daikin Park to advance to the World Baseball Classic semifinals against the Dominican Republic in Miami. Logan Webb hurled 4 2/3 scoreless innings, and the U.S. offense scored one run in the first, two in the third, and two in the sixth, with Bo Naylor's two-run homer in the sixth padding the lead before Canada answered with two runs to trim it to 5-3. Paul Skenes will start for the U.S. against the DR, who remained undefeated after routing Korea 10-0.

Harper Returns as USA reshapes lineup for WBC quarterfinal vs Canada
sports28 days ago

Harper Returns as USA reshapes lineup for WBC quarterfinal vs Canada

USA manager Mark DeRosa reshuffles the World Baseball Classic quarterfinal lineup against Canada after a wake‑up call from the Italy game, bringing Bryce Harper back at first base, moving Alex Bregman to third, Brice Turang to second, Cal Raleigh behind the plate, and Pete Crow-Armstrong into center field as Logan Webb starts on the mound. The batting order features Witt Jr., Harper, Judge, Schwarber, Bregman, Roman Anthony, Raleigh, Turang and Crow-Armstrong.

Gerrit Cole and Blake Snell Win Cy Young Awards, Webb and Gallen Place in Top Three
sports2 years ago

Gerrit Cole and Blake Snell Win Cy Young Awards, Webb and Gallen Place in Top Three

San Francisco Giants pitcher Logan Webb finished second in the 2023 NL Cy Young voting, with San Diego Padres' Blake Snell winning the award. Webb received one first-place vote and 17 second-place votes, while Snell received 28 first-place votes. Webb's strong performance throughout the season, including a 3.25 ERA and a league-high 15 quality starts, made him a finalist and a cause for celebration for the Giants.

"Melvin Webb: A New Giants Manager Built on Mutual Respect"
sports2 years ago

"Melvin Webb: A New Giants Manager Built on Mutual Respect"

San Francisco Giants' new manager, Bob Melvin, expressed his admiration for pitcher Logan Webb, stating that he is happy to be on the same team as Webb now after facing him too many times as an opponent. Melvin praised Webb's performance and competitiveness, highlighting that players who compete like him often make good leaders. Melvin emphasized the importance of leading by example and assured the players that it is their job as coaches to handle the leadership role. Webb, who finished the 2023 MLB season with an 11-13 record and a 3.25 ERA, will enter the first year of a $90 million contract extension next season.

"Farhan Zaidi's Plans for SF Giants: Managerial Search, Season Priorities, and Offseason Changes"
sports2 years ago

"Farhan Zaidi's Plans for SF Giants: Managerial Search, Season Priorities, and Offseason Changes"

Farhan Zaidi, the president of baseball operations for the San Francisco Giants, provided an update on the team's managerial search, stating that interviews with internal candidates will likely start this week. Zaidi expects to interview one or two current Giants staff members and will also seek permission to interview candidates from other organizations. He anticipates having a new manager in place by the start of the offseason in early November and plans to involve players, including Logan Webb, in the decision-making process. Zaidi does not anticipate any issues with his own status as a potential "lame duck" executive and believes the Giants' managerial position is highly sought after.

Logan Webb's Winning Streak Fuels Cy Young Hopes
sports2 years ago

Logan Webb's Winning Streak Fuels Cy Young Hopes

Logan Webb, a contender for the National League Cy Young Award, pitched his second complete game of the season, leading the San Francisco Giants to a 2-1 victory over the San Diego Padres. Webb's performance included seven strikeouts and nine hits allowed, while pinch hitter Michael Conforto delivered a two-run single in the eighth inning to secure the win. Despite his Cy Young aspirations, Webb emphasized that winning is more important to him than individual accolades, expressing his desire for a winning culture within the team. The Giants remain 4.5 games behind the final postseason spot in the NL, while the Padres are 5.5 games back.

Braves' Chirinos leads dominant pitching in series win against Giants
sports2 years ago

Braves' Chirinos leads dominant pitching in series win against Giants

The Atlanta Braves aim to extend their winning streak to five games as they face the San Francisco Giants in a three-game series. Yonny Chirinos will start for the Braves, while Logan Webb takes the mound for the Giants. The Braves' pitching staff has been impressive lately, with three consecutive shutouts and five shutouts in their last eight games. Chirinos needs a strong outing after struggling in his previous start, and the Braves should be mindful of how they use him. Webb, a contender for the Cy Young award, has been a reliable innings-eater for the Giants. Michael Harris and Marcell Ozuna have been key contributors for the Braves, and Saturday's game will be broadcast on Bally Sports Southeast.

"Giants' Bailey delivers walk-off homer to secure victory against Rangers"
sports2 years ago

"Giants' Bailey delivers walk-off homer to secure victory against Rangers"

Rookie catcher Patrick Bailey hits a walk-off homer in the 10th inning, giving the San Francisco Giants a 3-2 win over the Texas Rangers and preventing a sweep. The win ends a four-game losing streak for the Giants and comes after an excruciating decision by manager Gabe Kapler to pull pitcher Logan Webb, who had pitched 8 2/3 shutout innings. Bailey's homer provides a reprieve for the struggling Giants and makes him and Blake Sabol the first set of rookie catchers to hit walk-off homers for the same team in the same season.

"Webb's Silent Response: Complete-Game Shutout Ushers Giants into All-Star Break"
sports2 years ago

"Webb's Silent Response: Complete-Game Shutout Ushers Giants into All-Star Break"

Despite being snubbed from the All-Star Game, Logan Webb delivered an outstanding performance for the San Francisco Giants, pitching a complete-game shutout in their 1-0 victory over the Colorado Rockies. Webb allowed no runs, struck out 10 batters, and gave up only seven hits. Giants manager Gabe Kapler praised Webb's durability and expressed his confidence in the ace pitcher. Webb's dominant outing showcased his potential as a top-tier pitcher, regardless of his All-Star status.

Webb's dominant shutout propels Giants into All-Star break
sports2 years ago

Webb's dominant shutout propels Giants into All-Star break

Logan Webb throws his first career complete-game shutout as the San Francisco Giants defeat the Colorado Rockies 1-0. Webb held the Rockies scoreless through nine innings, striking out three batters in the final inning. J.D. Davis provided the lone run with a solo home run in the fourth inning. The Giants finish the first half of the season three games behind the Arizona Diamondbacks in the NL West.

MLB Sunday Picks and Predictions: Best Bets and DFS Strategies
sports2 years ago

MLB Sunday Picks and Predictions: Best Bets and DFS Strategies

The best MLB player prop bet for today is Logan Webb (Giants) under 6.5 hits allowed (-140). Webb has a strong record at home with a 2.36 ERA and a .232 opponents batting average. The Colorado Rockies have struggled against right-handed pitchers on the road, hitting .233 in the last 30 days. Webb has stayed under this hits-allowed line in 5 of 8 games at home and is expected to have a dominant performance against the Rockies.

sports2 years ago

"Top MLB Player Prop Bets, DFS Picks, and Best Bets for July 3-4, 2023"

This article highlights three MLB player prop bets to target for Monday's games. The first bet is on Carlos Correa to hit a home run, as he faces a young pitcher with underwhelming stats. The second bet is on Logan Webb to record over 5.5 strikeouts, taking advantage of the Seattle Mariners' high strikeout rate. The third bet is on Austin Riley to record an RBI, given the Atlanta Braves' strong offense and facing an inexperienced pitcher.