[OutsiderFan]

The run differential is important, but that number is a bit misleading in terms of making an assessment of the team now. The Giants have had very different teams from April-May and from June-July, in terms of personnel. Specifically, the April-May team had four Outfielders that the June-July team has totally replaced. 

It is looking like having three legit MLB OFs in the lineup every day is a rising tide that has lifted all the other lineup boats. But it is also possible the improved offense is taking pressure off pitchers and allowing them to perform better.

The April-May Giants averaged about 3.4 runs per game. The June-July Giants are averaging 4.4 per game and 7+ in July alone. It simply is not accurate to judge the current team based on the full season’s record because so many different guys are on the roster on the team performing well that weren’t when it was not.

As for prospects, the Giants have some promising ones, but they are all no higher than A ball for the most part.

[OutsiderFan]

The run differential is important, but that number is a bit misleading in terms of making an assessment of the team now. The Giants have had very different teams from April-May and from June-July, in terms of personnel. Specifically, the April-May team had four Outfielders that the June-July team has totally replaced. 

It is looking like having three legit MLB OFs in the lineup every day is a rising tide that has lifted all the other lineup boats. But it is also possible the improved offense is taking pressure off pitchers and allowing them to perform better.

The April-May Giants averaged about 3.4 runs per game. The June-July Giants are averaging 4.4 per game and 7+ in July alone. It simply is not accurate to judge the current team based on the full season’s record because so many different guys are on the roster on the team performing well that weren’t when it was not.

As for prospects, the Giants have some promising ones, but they are all no higher than A ball for the most part.