Giants score once, Yankees complete opening series sweep
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San Francisco matched a franchise mark with 20 consecutive scoreless innings to start the season, then registered their first run in the third inning Saturday when Jung Hoo Lee doubled and Matt Chapman drove him in, but the Giants lost 3-1 and were swept by the New York Yankees.
San Francisco matched a franchise mark with 20 consecutive scoreless innings to start the season, then registered their first run in the third inning Saturday when Jung Hoo Lee doubled and Matt Chapman drove him in, but the Giants lost 3-1 and were swept by the New York Yankees.
The sweep left the Yankees 3-0 to open the season and showcased strong starting pitching and bullpen work, while the Giants, under new manager Tony Vitello, struggled to convert late-inning opportunities; the Yankees were off Sunday and scheduled to begin a road series in Seattle Monday.
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Timeline
- 1. Game 1: Yankees shut out Giants 7-0 to open the season.
- 2. Game 2: Yankees shut out Giants again, 3-0, leaving Giants scoreless through 20 innings.
- 3. Saturday: Jung Hoo Lee doubled and Matt Chapman drove in the Giants' first run of the season.
- 4. Saturday night: Yankees won 3-1 to complete the three-game sweep at Oracle Park.
- 5. Sunday: Yankees had an off day and were scheduled to begin a Seattle series Monday.
Why it matters
If you're a Giants fan, this start is a tough pill to swallow. But remember, it's early in the season. New manager Tony Vitello is still finding his groove. Keep an eye on how the team adapts in the coming games.
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