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Giants Cling to Playoff Hopes Despite Recent Losses
9 Sep
Summary
- Giants lost 2 close games, but remain 4 games back of Mets
- Face Arizona Diamondbacks 6 times in final 19 games
- Melvin says team feels good despite setbacks
As of September 10th, 2025, the San Francisco Giants are clinging to their playoff hopes despite a pair of one-run losses that snapped their recent winning streak. The Giants, who sat 4 games back of the Mets for the wild card spot, are preparing to open a crucial homestand against the Arizona Diamondbacks, who are just a half-game behind them in the standings.
Despite the sour ending to their recent road trip, Giants manager Bob Melvin remains confident in his team, stating, "I think we are [the hottest team in baseball]. I mean, shoot, we lost a game in the ninth and (on Sunday) we had some opportunities and just didn't come through. So, I think these guys feel good."
The Giants will have their work cut out for them over the next three weeks, as they face the Diamondbacks six times and the Dodgers seven times in their final 19 games. With the Cardinals also sitting a half-game back, the Giants will need to capitalize on their remaining home games to secure a playoff spot.
Infielder Wilmer Flores echoed Melvin's sentiment, saying, "We're not thinking about it today. We're thinking about winning today. It doesn't matter what the losses could impact or do, just worry about today." This resilient mindset will be crucial as the Giants navigate a challenging schedule in their push for the postseason.
