SAN FRANCISCO – At 42 years old, Justin Verlander delivered a performance reminiscent of a bygone era, pitching five scoreless innings and racking up 10 strikeouts in the Giants‘ commanding 13-2 victory over the Baltimore Orioles on Sunday afternoon.
’til I collapse, I’m spillin’ these raps long as you feel ’em,
‘Til the day that I drop, you’ll never say that I’m not killin’ ’em
Verlander’s walk-out song, Eminem’s “Till I Collapse,” once again resonated through Oracle Park as the crowd roared it’s approval. The veteran hurler’s pitch count reached 121, a remarkable figure in today’s game, capping a dominant outing.
Did you know?– Justin Verlander is the oldest pitcher in giants franchise history to record 10 or more strikeouts in a game. his performance Sunday showcased his continued dominance at age 42.
Giants offense ignites in decisive win
Unlike previous starts where a lack of offensive support led to no decisions, the Giants offense exploded for 13 runs. Bolstered by three errors from the Orioles, San Francisco secured its third double-digit scoring game in its last five contests.
Rafael Devers was a standout at the plate, finishing a triple shy of the cycle with a single, double, and his 28th home run of the season. Devers concluded august with an remarkable nine home runs and a .291/.397/.592 slash line, marking his most elite month as joining the San Francisco club. Heliot Ramos and Drew gilbert also contributed significantly, each recording three hits in the game.
Pro tip:– A high pitch count, like Verlander’s 121, doesn’t always indicate inefficiency. It can reflect a pitcher’s willingness to battle through tough at-bats and challenge hitters.
The Giants’ victory over the orioles was a complete team effort. Verlander’s stellar pitching, combined with a powerful offensive display, resulted in a decisive 13-2 win. The game ended with the Giants firmly in control, securing a much-needed win.
the Giants faced a roster change prior to Sunday’s game, placing rookie left-hander Carson Whisenhunt on the 15-day injured list due to a back strain. The move is retroactive to Aug. 28.
To fill Whisenhunt’s spot, right-hander Kai-Wei Teng has been recalled from Triple-A Sacramento. Teng is scheduled to start on Monday against the Colorado Rockies.
Reader question:– With Whisenhunt’s injury, how do you think the giants’ pitching depth will hold up as they push for a playoff spot?
