1960 San Francisco Giants Pre-Season Scouting Highlights
The San Francisco Giants, as detailed in this 1960 sports publication page, showcase a formidable pitching lineup with top ERA pitchers like Sam Jones and Stu Miller. The rotation includes Johnny Antonelli, Mike McCormick, Billy O'Dell, and righthanders Billy Loes and Jack Sanford. Offensively, Orlando Cepeda and Willie Mays are key players, having hit 27 and 34 home runs and averaging .317 and .313 respectively in the previous season. Despite missing the pennant by three games in 1959, the Giants are seen as strong competitors. Defensively, the team faces challenges, ranking low in fielding and double plays. Catching and bench strength are also concerns. The team has made moves to address weaknesses, acquiring pitchers O'Dell and Loes, and second baseman Don Blasingame. Blasingame is expected to strengthen the infield, potentially leading off.