The problem with feeling like you need to win every game is that it's really hard to win every game. Every loss carries outsized weight—especially when the teams you need to lose do, in fact, lose.
The Giants had a chance to step into playoff position but missed their shot. They jumped out to a 4-1 lead right after the Mets lost their eighth in a row, and it was easy to start thinking This Thing Is Really Happening. And yet, the Dodgers.
Logan Webb allowed six runs against the archrivals for the second time this year. He quietly has a 4.14 ERA in the second half after posting a 2.94 mark before the All-Star break.
But the numbers and stats and trends don't really matter at this point. Stew over bullpen management, outfield defense, and situational hitting all you want.
With 14 games to go, the outlook is pretty simple. It’s all about wins and losses. And for the Giants can’t afford to lose. No pressure, huh?
Up next: Tough assignment for the Giants. They’ll go up against Tyler Glasnow (2-3, 3.21 ERA) needing, yes, another win. Robbie Ray (11-6, 3.32 ERA) will try to do his part. First pitch at 1:05 pm.
The playoff race: The Giants remain a hair ahead of the Reds and Diamondbacks, who won Saturday to creep within a couple games of the third wild card. They also have a losing record.
