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The Bay Bridge Series Opener: McCray Impresses Giants with Elite Speed
Game Highlights
- Giants suffer a 2-0 defeat to the Athletics.
- Osvaldo Bido allows two runs in the top of the first inning.
- Grant McCray makes his MLB debut, going 2-for-4 with a home run.
McCray's Impressive Debut
Grant McCray, the 23-year-old rookie, was called up just 72 hours prior to the game.
McCray's speed was on full display, as he stole two bases and scored the Giants' only run.
McCray's home run was a solo shot to left field in the bottom of the seventh inning.
Giants' Offense Struggles
The Giants' offense struggled to generate much against Athletics starter Paul Blackburn.
The Giants had just five hits in the game, and they were 0-for-7 with runners in scoring position.
The Giants are now 2-5 in their last seven games.
Pitching Performance
Osvaldo Bido allowed two runs on four hits in 4.1 innings of work.
Sam Long, Tyler Rogers, and Camilo Doval combined to allow just one hit over the final 4.2 innings.
The Giants' bullpen has now allowed just two runs in their last 16.2 innings.
Looking Ahead
The Giants will face the Athletics again on Sunday afternoon.
Logan Webb will start for the Giants, while James Kaprielian will start for the Athletics.
The Giants will be looking to avoid a series sweep and improve their record to 11-14.