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The Giants have seen plenty of newcomers make an impact right out of the gate over the years, though some have stood out more than others. From rookie sensations to marquee free-agent signings, here’s a look at the top five individual debut seasons for the club:
1993
With a new ownership group in tow, the Giants made one of the biggest splashes in Winter Meetings history when they signed Bonds to a six-year, $43.75 million deal in December 1992. The signing proved to be a franchise-altering moment for San Francisco, as Bonds instantly helped turn a 98-loss team into a 103-win team in his first season by the Bay. The superstar slugger led the National League with 46 home runs and 123 RBIs and finished fourth in batting with a .336 average, earning the first of five NL Most Valuable Player Awards with the Giants.
by Stephen Chapman
Slingshot Simulations has raised £1.5m as it prepares to roll out its “digital twin” technology.
The company creates digital twins or virtual models of objects or locations, in order for organisations to test out new ideas - such as warehouse layouts. It’s already working on one of the largest of its kind, exploring ways to reduce traffic congestion and air pollution in Leeds, York and Hull.
The £1.5m investment comes from existing investor NPIF – Mercia Equity Finance, which is managed by Mercia and is part of the Northern Powerhouse Investment Fund (NPIF), as well as the government’s Future Fund.
Red Sox first-round draft pick Nick Yorke at the alternate training site in Pawtucket. (Courtesy of Pawtucket Red Sox/Kelly O Connor).
WELCOME BACK!!! Despite a scorching hot stove (I can’t believe the player you’re thinking of did or did not sign with the team you thought they would!), these long winter months can be some of the darkest of the year (figuratively and literally). But fear not, restless readers. The Dynasty Guru is here to the rescue.
While you were quarantining and enjoying virtual holidays, our brave group of writers has been ranking, debating, re-ranking, re-debating, and re-re-ranking over 600 players for dynasty leagues. The fruits of our efforts will be filling January and February with the deepest, most thoroughly and painstakingly selected dynasty baseball rankings on the internet. We have top-40s, top-50s, top-125s, top-200s, and of course top-500s.
Local gun shops experiencing increase in buyers
People visited Down Range in Chico Friday to practice shooting, while some were there to stock up on ammo.
Posted: Jan 8, 2021 6:10 PM
Posted By: Dani Masten
CHICO, Calif. - Some people in Chico are taking steps to protect themselves during these tough times. People are unpredictable, said Chico resident, Marlene Magallanez. They are going to try and come into your house and you have to protect yourself and your family.
Eetern said the storming of the U.S. Capitol Wednesday afternoon has him on edge. The state of the country more than anything is more concerning than the pandemic itself, said Eetern. So, it doesn t really surprise me what has happened and what is happening and why people are running out trying to feel a little more safe, it is totally understandable and you got to do what you got to do.
Tommy Lasorda, lovable villain in Giants-Dodgers rivalry, dies at 93
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FILE - In this March 10, 2010, file photo, Los Angeles Dodgers former manager Tommy Lasorda attends a baseball game against the Arizona Diamondbacks in Glendale, Ariz. Lasorda, the fiery Hall of Fame manager who guided the Dodgers to two World Series titles and later became an ambassador for the sport he loved during his 71 years with the franchise, has died. He was 93. (Keith Birmingham/The Orange County Register via AP, File)Keith Birmingham / Associated PressShow MoreShow Less
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Tom Lasorda, right, talks with newsmen on Wednesday, Sept. 29, 1976 in Los Angeles after he was named manager of the Los Angeles Dodgers, succeeding Walter Alston, left, who announced his retirement on Monday. Lasorda was previously a coach with the Dodgers. (AP Photo/David F Smith)David F Smith / APHS260859Show MoreShow Less