Kevin Gausman RHP took a no-hitter into the 7'th inning but got no run support before surrendering a 2-out, 2-run triple to longtime Giants nemesis, Matt Carpenter 3B. Still, the Giants could have won this game with better bullpen support, but a late rally fell short after the Cards too a 5-1 lead into the 9'th inning. Game Notes:
Gausman was again masterful and dominant through 6 innings. His final line of 7 IP, 3 H, 2 R, 2 BB, 8 K's should have been enough to win the game.
Thairo Estrada LF, whose minor league experience is mainly IF, made a very difficult catch against the LF wall to rob Nolan Arenado 3B of an XBH.
Kwang Kim LHP pounded the bottom of the strike zone for a 12/4 GO/AO and pitched 7 shutout innings to nullify Kevin Gausmans's no-hit bid.
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Despite the Loss, the Giants maintained their 0.5 game lead over the Dodgers and 4.5 games over the Padres as both their division rivals lost. The Giants also maintained their best record in MLB.
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Johnny Cueto RHP tries to get back on the winning track for himself and the Giants tonight facing Adam Wainwright RHP.
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With Buster Posey C's thumb still hurting, the Giants needed an additional catcher on the roster and called up Chadwick Tromp C. They place Sammy Long LHP on the IL with a stiff lower back. The Giants may not need Long's rotation spot before the All-Star Break.
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Down on the Farm:
AAA:
Braden Bishop RF- 1 for 3, BB, SB(3). BA= .343.
Joey Bart C- 1 for 3, 2B, BB. BA= .344.
Kervin Castro RHP- 2.1 IP, 3 H, 0 R, 0 BB, 3 K's. ERA= 3.22.
Jay Jackson RHP- 2 IP, 0 H, 0 R, 0 BB, 3 K's. ERA= 0.00.
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