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    April 1, 2011

    Giants Fans Beaten by Dodgers Fans, One in Critical Condition

    La Dodgers fans ... poor sports even when they win​We knew being a Giants fan was torture -- metaphorically speaking -- but last night the pain went a little too deep after two Dodger fans let loose on three Giants fans after the San Francisco team lost in the season opener. You'd think they would ... More >>

  • Blogs

    October 11, 2010

    'Don't Stop Believing' Finally Giants' Anthem (VIDEO)

    We believe! We believe! ​After being catapulted back into relevance by The Sopranos' finale, Journey's "Don't Stop Believing" was soon adopted by the Los Angeles Dodgers as a late-inning rally song. Hilariously, it turns out Journey singer Steve Perry is a Giants fan -- and he hated this. "I reall ... More >>

  • Blogs

    October 1, 2010

    Dave Dravecky Spotted in San Francisco

    ​SF Weekly staffers were overcome with nostalgia when former San Francisco Giant Dave Dravecky was spotted strolling through SOMA today. The southpaw pitcher, for those unfamiliar with team lore, overcame cancer in his pitching arm to start -- and win -- two games for the team in 1989. Horrificall ... More >>

  • Blogs

    September 10, 2010

    Padres Fans' Tortured Memories

    We all have something to hide...​As the San Francisco Giants and San Diego Padres face off in Game 2 of The Big Series tonight, one could be excused for confusing the M.O. of the two teams. Both feature pitching that ranges from above average to stellar and, on the offensive side, a lineup full of ... More >>

  • Blogs

    September 7, 2010

    Giants Hospitalize Pair of Young Fans

    Buster Posey has done a lot of damage with his bat this year. Usually, he feels better about it.​The San Francisco Giants have been relentless on the field of late. The reeling San Diego Padres can attest to that. So can a pair of Arizona children. In a bizarre course of events, two youthful spect ... More >>

  • Calendar

    July 28, 2010

    "Ask My Permission Before You Quote Me, Kenneth!

    Buster Posey has done a lot of damage with his bat this year. Usually, he feels better about it.​The San Francisco Giants have been relentless on the field of late. The reeling San Diego Padres can attest to that. So can a pair of Arizona children. In a bizarre course of events, two youthful spect ... More >>

  • Blogs

    September 9, 2009

    Lo, the Madison Bumgarner Era Begins -- But Will It Be Any Good? And Can *Any* Pitcher Save This Giants Team?

    ​Shuffling dejectedly out of AT&T Park last night, Giants fans were left to ponder many pressing questions -- perhaps none more mysterious than what, exactly, prompted someone to commission a message on the stadium board reading "I'm Sorry, Kim. I Love You!" Baseball-wise, the situation was ju ... More >>

  • Blogs

    July 29, 2009

    When it Comes to Trade Deadline Sluggers, Ryan Garko Is About as Big as the Giants Go

    Ryan Garko is not supernatural -- but, then, who is?​Moments after the San Francisco Giants obtained first baseman Ryan Garko in exchange for a Single-A pitcher 99 percent of the team's fans had never heard of, the Internet critiques came in two flavors: No. 1 -- Ryan Garko ain't all that. No. 2 - ... More >>

  • Culture

    June 25, 2008

    Taking a Shot for the Team!

    A drinking game to get you through the Giants' dismal season.

  • Blogs

    April 4, 2008

    Blue in the Bay: Dodgers Edge Giants in Season Opening Series

    A drinking game to get you through the Giants' dismal season.

  • News

    February 14, 2007

    Baby you can drive my TAXI

    Taxi Commission officials say hundreds of medallion holders aren’t driving cabs, and that’s against the law

  • News

    January 17, 2007

    Deal or No Deal

    Giants GM Brian Sabean spent big money on the free-agent market. What do you think of his wheeling and dealing?

  • News

    June 7, 2006

    Most Valuable Teammate

    What team more than the Giants needs a morale booster and respectful team player? They got one in Mark Sweeney.

  • News

    March 15, 2006

    Giant Fake

    Is baseball star Barry Bonds a juiced-up deceiver or just the greatest and most maligned player in baseball history? Find out where you stand!

  • Best of San Francisco

    May 19, 2004

    Best Baseball Series

    Is baseball star Barry Bonds a juiced-up deceiver or just the greatest and most maligned player in baseball history? Find out where you stand!

  • News

    May 5, 2004

    Building Up California

    A high-rise condo boom in San Diego may show the way out of a statewide housing and sprawl problem

  • News

    August 7, 2002

    This Is Your Sport, on Dope

    State Sen. Don Perata's bill on drug testing for pro athletes isn't nearly tough enough on doped-up athletes or their enablers

  • News

    January 2, 2002

    Traveling Companions

    Gray whales are leading tourists, conservationists, and business operators on a rocky voyage toward economic and environmental salvation

  • News

    September 27, 2000

    The Closer

    He's fallen off a third-story balcony, survived tuberculosis, and come back from four arm surgeries to lead the Oakland A's to the brink of post-season play. His name is Jason Isringhausen, and he IS the closer

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