Oh boy, two things that excite us are coming together next week. No, not another divine marriage between peanut butter and chocolate. It's SF Chefs and the San Francisco Giants, and they're joining forces for a night of food and baseball. SF Chefs at the Park takes place on Tuesday, May 14 from 5 - 7 p,m. in Seals Plaza just before the Giants take on the Rockies. And it works like this, basically: you get to mingle with noted and award-winning chefs, sample their goods, and then you get to go the game, get drunk, and root for the greatest sports team of all time. Even if they are currently in second place behind the worst sports team of all time. more ›

Because not a single week can go by without devastating news regarding your San Francisco Giants: sportswriter Jon Morosi reports the following bad news: "BREAKING: Guillermo Mota of #SFGiants receives 100-game suspension after testing positive for Clenbuterol, a performance-enhancing substance." Ugh. more ›

Oh geez. The San Francisco Giants were dealt another blow after Pablo Sandoval, arguably the team's best hitter, fractured his left hamate bone. (It's the "small, hook-like bone at the base of the hand, near the wrist.") If you recall, Sandoval injured right right hamate bone last season, which resulted surgery and six weeks on the DL. As The Splash points out, "clearly this is another major, traumatic blow for a team that already has lost closer Brian Wilson for the season." more ›

Scheduled to be a free agent after this season, noted baseballer turned fashion icon Matt Cain signed a whopping $100 million contract with the San Francisco Giants, with a $5 million signing bonus. This will keep Cain on the team until the 2017 season. He's contract also comes with a $7.5 million buyout option as well, which brings the whole deal to a $112.5 million value. more ›

Today your San Francisco Giants held their annual Media Day at AT&T Park (on the Club Level, of course. We came across two noteworthy items during the media blast: Virgin American's Brian Wilson airplane and the s'mores sandwich. The latter will be available to you on opening day. Until then, feast your pupils on this mighty sandwich that boasts drippy Ghirardelli Chocolate and pillow-sized marshmallows. You're welcome. more ›

It's your favorite catcher's birthday today, Buster Posey, who turns a mere 25! In addition to trending on Twitter this morning, he's also an Aries who has to watch The Bachelor so his girlfriend will watch History Channel's Swamp People with him. What on earth are we talking about? These fun facts about Posey care of SFGiantsPhotos: more ›

We feel terrible teasing you over the last two days about the wonderfully warm weather while you sat tired to your cubicle, checkout stand, or whatever job kept you from enjoying our early spring. So, we're going to make it up to you: Check out the SF Giants first full workout of spring live at 10 a.m on SFGLive. more ›

For the San Francisco sports fan who has everything, we present to you the SF Giants heel by Herstar. This staggering platform pump, representing San Francisco Giants team colors and logo, comes in luscious shades of black and orange. They're perfect for any occasion, like stepping on stale beer and curdling nacho cheese as you sashay from your seat at AT&T Park to the bathroom. more ›

Not 5 minutes into SFG Live, and we're already antsy and elated for Giants season 2012. Which: Rad. As some of you know, Giants Fan Fest Day is tomorrow. And it's free! In anticipation of tomorrow's fanboy and fangirl festivities, SFG Live is interviewing a slew of Giants teammates for your viewing pleasure. If you're watching a live right now — and you should be — send in your questions via Twitter with #sfglive. Watch it live here. more ›

Because comedic bits and facial hair proved more important this year than making it to the postseason -- yes, that's it, allow the bitterness to warm you like a Red Cross blanket -- the San Francisco Giants unveiled another bit of hilarity during Monday's game against San Diego (7-2). After hitting two home runs, Pablo Sandoval and his bat had a heart to heart in the dugout. We have no idea what he's saying, but we're glad the two maintain such a close relationship. See for yourself: more ›

All that is good and true seems to have just (just?) slipped through our fingers, folks. You see, the SF Giants continue their plummet into the abyss, possibly falling far away from the safety net known as the playoffs. They blew it in the ninth inning against the Braves on Tuesday, losing 2-1. Worst of all? Loads of injures abound. Bruce Jenkins reports: more ›

Remarkable Giants catcher Buster Posey is a dad! And, best of all, he's the proud father of twins. Via his Facebook page, he writes: "I'm officially a dad!! Kristen and I are pleased to announce the arrival of the Posey twins...Lee Dempsey and Addison Lynn. Everyone is doing great and thanks for all of the well wishes!" more ›

Monday afternoon post-lunch distraction alert: Your San Francisco Giants are currently enjoying their off day at the White House Rose Garden where President Obama is scheduled to honor the World Championship baseball team at 1 p.m. PST. more ›

You like? Of course you do. Well, now you can own this resplendent Buster Posey dreamcatcher (heh) t-shirt for a mere $20. True. The fine folks over at Mission Mission bring your attention to this shirt, created before our noted Rookie of the Year injured his leg on Wednesday, which you can purchase from someone named Nick at creamydesignsllc@gmail.com. Wear it to honor our (temporarily!) fallen soldier. Wear it to show your hippie/Giants pride. Wear it because it's rad.
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Since a trophy, a parade, diamond-encrusted Tiffany rings, permanent ink in the history books, new signage, a reality show, and multi-million dollar salaries aren't nearly enough, AT&T Park now has plans to create a permanent walkway to commemorate the Giants' 2010 World Series win. SF Appeal reports: "The walkway will encircle all four plazas of AT&T Park and contain granite markers that will highlight epic moments of the 52-year journey...The walk will also include brick pavers that fans can purchase to mark their own memories of the team's history." The brick pavers will run anywhere between $225 to $475, "depending on location." more ›

Transferring to one of the country's top trauma centers at San Francisco General Hospital, attacked Giants fan Bryan Stow returned to the Bay Area today. SF General has the only trauma center in San Francisco that specializes in brain injuries, reports CBS 5. He will "be monitored by the hospital’s chief of neurosurgery, Dr. Geoff Manley." more ›

Bryan Stow, the San Francisco Giants Fan beaten outside Dodger Stadium during the season opener, emerged out of his medically-induced coma on Thursday, reports CBS 5. "Hospital publicist Rosa Saca confirmed that Stow’s doctors were in the process of reducing the medication given to keep him in a coma. But she said doctors didn’t think they would know how Stow’s body would respond for a few more days." more ›

Some of you might be sick of the beard, and yes, we'd love to see Brian Wilson sans his undoubtedly stinky crumb-catcher once again, but this virtual opportunity to touch Brian Wilson's beard is pretty entertaining. Honestly, we gave ourselves chills when we teased it with our mouse. more ›

Who was celebrating what: San Francisco society, investors, politicians and other notables came out to AT&T Park to celebrate the season home opener in exclusivity and style. For many said notables, this was the first and last game they will attend for the entire season. more ›

When the Dodgers head to San Francisco for a three-game series tonight, AT&T Park wil ramp up security inside and outside the park 30-40 percent. It's bee almost almost since Dodgers fans critically beat Brian Stow in the parking lot outside Dodgers stadium. While the LAPD continue to investigate a reward of $100,000 $150,000 is being offered up for information leading to the capture and arrest of the attackers. more ›

This is pretty awesome. Slap some bread in this beauty, and it will come out toasted with a perfect SF Giants logo! We believe the manufacturer when they say, "This retro toaster's fun feature may even help picky children eat their breakfast!" Forget Wheaties! more ›

If you're not lucky enough to have the day off and tickets to today's home opener, you can catch the game at any number of sports bars in the city, by radio on KNBR 680 (radio only), on your MLB At Bat app (highly recommend), or on TV at Comcast Sports Network HD. Before today's game, scheduled to start at 1:35, they will raise the World Series winning flag. more ›

After beaten Giants fan Bryan Stow brought ballpark violence to the national forefront, curbing unruly behavior at AT&T Park is only a text message away. Now in its third year, Giants fans can send anonymous messages to ballpark security for a two-way conversation. Simply text "80899" followed by "security" in the body of the text, then your seat number (or area of concern) and a detailed message about the problem. (Remember, you must type "security" in the before describing your call for help.) Whether it be out-of-control drunk fans, someone hurling derogatory names, of an outbreak of fisticuffs, you can have a two-way conversation with ballpark security or have a guard dispatched to your seating area. more ›