Bauman: Giants’ pitchers something to envy

The Giants get a lot of unsolicited advice to the effect that they need to trade one of their terrific young pitchers for a legitimate slugger. But they should not compromise their greatest strength.

Giants unfazed by Lincecum’s command

For the second straight outing, Tim Lincecum hardly looked like a two-time National League Cy Young Award winner. Since signing a two-year, $23 million contract, Lincecum has been raked for seven runs (four earned) on eight hits in 3 2/3 innings.

Lincecum dinged early vs. Mariners

Tim Lincecum didn’t fare much better in his second start Thursday, working 2 2/3 innings and allowing four runs (two earned) on six hits as the Giants fell to the Mariners, 6-2.

Sandoval opening eyes defensively

For almost each hit the Giants’ Pablo Sandoval has stroked this spring, he has made an eye-opening play afield. Kung Fu Panda, Gold Glove winner? Why not?

Strong Sosa showing potential

Henry Sosa has looked impressive thus far, pitching 2 2/3 shutout innings in two Cactus League appearances. He appears to have overcome the injuries that have delayed his progress, leaving him with a clearer path to a spot on the Giants’ staff.

Danks happy with chilly spring start

John Danks was grateful to pitch in Chicago-like weather after hurling three sharp innings against the San Francisco Giants on Tuesday.

Giants starstruck by Ali’s visit to camp

Muhammad Ali was in the clubhouse Tuesday, and the mere sight of the 68-year-old held the Giants spellbound.

Role reversal for Giants, Dodgers

For decades, the Giants were renowned for slugging. Simultaneously, the Dodgers’ lengthy lineage of aces affirmed the club’s stature as a pitching-oriented bunch. Now, the teams appear to have exchanged roles.

Blake exits with strained rib-cage muscle

Casey Blake left Monday’s game against the Giants with a strained rib-cage muscle, that following the injury to Russell Martin and news that Cory Wade had been shut down.

Zito, Wellemeyer efficient in Giants’ win

Barry Zito and No. 5 starting candidate Todd Wellemeyer each yielded one run in three innings as the Giants defeated the Dodgers, 3-2, on Monday.

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