2008: without Bonds & Golden anniversary History of the San Francisco Giants




tim lincecum 2008 cy young award winner.


the 2008 season marked first year barry bonds not member of team since first signing them in 1992 , 50th season in san francisco. giants signed former philadelphia phillies outfielder aaron rowand 5-year, $60 million contract. barry zito once again got off poor start, losing first 8 decisions. however, team found hope in pitcher tim lincecum. after going 7–5 in first stint in 2007 giants, exploded onto scene year winning 4 straight before losing 1st game of year on april 29, 2008, colorado rockies. lincecum selected 2008 mlb all-star game @ yankee stadium unable pitch due being hospitalized flu-like symptoms. went on win 2008 nl cy young award, finishing @ 18–5. first giant since mike mccormick won in 1967. giants finished season in fourth place in nl west record of 72–90.








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