San Francisco Giants: Reviewing the Regular Season for NL West Champs

Winning the World Series two years ago spoiled San Francisco Giants fans to some extent. If nothing else, it created higher expectations for the franchise.

If the Giants don't win the World Series this year, that will qualify as something of a disappointment in the minds of many. However, regardless of what happens in the smaller sample size of the postseason, the Giants regular season is something the franchise has reason to be proud of.

Over the long, brutal grind of the 162-game season, the Giants survived the losses of closer Brian Wilson, second baseman Freddy Sanchez, two injuries to Pablo Sandoval and the suspension of Melky Cabrera for the stretch run.

The team received 160 starts from its five starte...

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