Wood, four Giants relievers stifle Nationals in 5-2 win
Alex Wood pitched five effective innings and San Francisco’s bullpen closed it out, leading the Giants to a 5-2 victory over the Washington NationalsAPRIL 23, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
DOMINIC LEONE #55 - PITCHER - CHICAGO WHITE SOX
0-2 W-L •
1.79 WHIP •
6.63 ERA
0-2 W-L
1.79 WHIP
6.63 ERA
Earns win in relief Leone (1-0) earned the win in relief Saturday against the Guardians after tossing a scoreless inning, striking out one.
Impact Leone has now tossed three straight scoreless outings, allowing one hit and striking out five with no walks during that span. He already has one win, one hold and one save through four outings, and while he might not be a primary candidate for save situations, he should be in line for high-leverage work -- especially if he can continue pitching like this going forward.
APRIL 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Belt scores go-ahead run in 8th, Giants beat Guardians 4-2
Brandon Belt scored the go-ahead run on a bases-loaded grounder by Wilmer Flores in the eighth inning, sending the San Francisco Giants to a 4-2 victory over the Cleveland Guardian...APRIL 17, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Earns first save of season Leone struck out two in a perfect ninth inning to earn the save in Sunday's win over the Marlins.
Impact Leone was credited with a hold in Friday's season opener despite allowing a run in one-third of an inning, but he picked up the save with a much cleaner outing in Sunday's series finale. His usage in the save situation was surprising, since Jake McGee, Camilo Doval and Tyler Rogers figure to be the top candidates for ninth-inning work this year. McGee and Doval both pitched in the first two games of the season, so they were likely unavailable Sunday. Although McGee, Doval and Rogers should see the bulk of the save chances this year, it's encouraging to see that Leone has the trust of manager Gabe Kapler when needed in high-leverage situations.
APRIL 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Ramos shines in debut, Giants edge Marlins 3-2
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Austin Slater's double in 10th lifts Giants past Marlins 6-5
Austin Slater doubled with two outs in the 10th inning for his first career walkoff RBI, sending the San Francisco Giants past the Miami Marlins 6-5 in an opening-day nail-biterAPRIL 9, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Giants bullpen offers deep, effective mix with no set closer
Coming off a franchise-record 107 wins and a division crown, the San Francisco Giants will open the season with a bullpen stocked with experienced, proven relievers but without a d...APRIL 3, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Settles for $2.25 million deal Leone signed a one-year, $2.25 million contract with the Giants on Tuesday to avoid arbitration, Alex Pavlovic of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.
Impact Leone was a dominant reliever for the Giants in 2021, as he posted a 1.51 ERA, 1.10 WHIP and 50:22 K:BB with two saves 15 holds over 53.2 innings. The right-hander may not receive many closing opportunities in 2022, but he should still be a key bullpen piece for San Francisco.
MARCH 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Darin Ruf receives $6,25M, 2-year deal from Giants
Outfielder Darin Ruf agreed to terms on a $6.25 million, two-year contract with the San Francisco Giants on TuesdayMARCH 23, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Giants' special season comes to abrupt end against Dodgers
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Giants beat Padres, win NL West title on season's final day
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San Diego to visit San Francisco Friday
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Collects win Wednesday Leone (4-5) allowed a hit and struck out one in a scoreless inning to earn the win Wednesday over Arizona.
Impact The right-hander kept Arizona off the board in the seventh inning and then became the pitcher of record when Kris Bryant's sacrifice fly plated the lone run. Leone has been effective and a little unlucky in September, allowing five runs (two earned) across 14 innings. He's emerged as a high-leverage option this year with a 1.59 ERA, 1.10 WHIP, 46:21 K:BB, two saves and 14 holds through 51 innings.
SEPTEMBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Bumgarner, Diamondbacks to face Kazmir, Giants
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Bryant's sacrifice fly lifts Giants to win No 104
Alex Wood and three relievers combined for a four-hitter for San Francisco, Kris Bryant hit a sacrifice fly and the Giants reached 104 wins for the first time since 1905 by beating...SEPTEMBER 30, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Belt homers twice, Giants top Rockies to boost NL West lead
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Handed loss Thursday Leone (3-5) allowed an unearned run on a hit and a walk to take the loss Thursday versus San Diego.
Impact The right-hander was unable to escape a jam in the 10th inning that saw two runners in scoring position with one out. Leone hasn't had many missteps this year, but three of his five losses have come in September. The 29-year-old owns a 1.65 ERA, 1.08 WHIP and 44:21 K:BB across 49 innings and he should continue to work in a high-leverage role.
SEPTEMBER 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Notches second save Leone earned the save in Saturday's 2-0 triumph over Atlanta, allowing one hit in the ninth inning.
Impact With closer Jake McGee on the IL, manager Gabe Kapler turned to Leone to lock down San Francisco's 97th victory. Look for the 29-year-old to remain a key piece in the Giants' pen with a 1.80 ERA in September and a 1.72 mark for the year.
SEPTEMBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Curt Casali's 2-run single holds up, Giants beat Braves 2-0
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Struggles as opener Leone (3-4) gave up two runs on two hits while striking out one over one-third of an inning to take the loss against San Diego on Wednesday.
Impact The right-hander had excelled in his previous stints as an opener, but he couldn't get it done against the Padres on Wednesday. Leone allowed a pair of hits to open the contest, and though he followed by striking out Manny Machado, both runners eventually came around to score after his departure. San Francisco is still dealing with a shorthanded rotation, so Leone could get another turn as an opener depending on when Alex Wood (COVID-19) and Johnny Cueto (elbow) are able to return to the rotation.
SEPTEMBER 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
San Diego Padres to visit the San Francisco Giants
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Tatis, Padres end 5-game skid, cut Giants' 9-game win streak
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Opening again Wednesday Leone will start Wednesday's game versus the Padres, Kerry Crowley of The San Jose Mercury News reports.
Impact Leone will get a fourth turn as an opener, a role he's filled frequently in the last couple of weeks. He can be expected to cover 1-to-2 innings in the contest, which is essentially another bullpen game as manager Gabe Kapler deals with a shorthanded rotation. Through 7.2 innings in September, Leone has allowed two unearned runs on two hits and two walks while striking out four over 7.2 innings.
SEPTEMBER 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Buster Posey's 18th homer helps Giants to ninth straight win
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Solid in opener role Leone allowed a hit and struck out one batter in two scoreless innings as the opener in Monday's win over San Diego. He did not factor in the decision.
Impact Leone needed just 18 pitches (15 strikes) to roll through two shutout frames in Monday's victory. It didn't hurt that the Giants' offense racked up five runs in the first inning. The 29-year-old lowered his ERA to 1.41 through 46 appearances this season and has given up just one earned run over his last 14 innings.
SEPTEMBER 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
