Overview

• Posey executed his busiest week as president of baseball operations by cutting underperformers and adding Daniel Johnson, Dominic Smith and Andrew Knizner to bolster the lineup.
• Daniel Johnson recorded two hits, two runs, a stolen base and a game-saving catch in his first start while Dominic Smith delivered a two-run double to secure the win.
• The Giants snapped their offense drought by scoring nine runs over two games against the Padres, improving to 35-28 and moving within three games of the NL West lead.
• San Francisco’s starting rotation and bullpen have remained reliable strengths, highlighted by standout outings from Robbie Ray and closer Camilo Doval.
• Manager Bob Melvin praised Posey’s trust and autonomy for fostering a professional clubhouse that has allowed young pitchers Hayden Birdsong and Kyle Harrison to flourish.