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Conforto's Opening Day Homer Highlights Giants' Unique Streak

With Barry Bonds' mentorship, Conforto aims for a standout season as the latest in a long line of Giants left fielders.

  • Michael Conforto, guided by Barry Bonds' advice, is aiming for a career resurgence with the Giants.
  • Conforto's performance on Opening Day, including a solo home run, marks a positive start to the season.
  • The Giants have had a different left fielder on Opening Day for 18 consecutive years, a streak dating back to Bonds' last season in 2007.
  • Conforto hopes to achieve a 30-homer season, a feat not accomplished by a Giants player since Bonds.
  • The streak of different Opening Day left fielders is second only to the St. Louis Browns/Baltimore Orioles' record.
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