Whether in New York or San Francisco, the Giants have always played a prominent role in the history of the home run.
Barry Bonds is the all-time career home leader after belting 73 in 2001 to set the single-season record. He hit the bulk of them in the heart of the steroids era, but still thrilled fans across the country who were largely unaware of the controversy that would unfold later.
Willie Mays and Willie McCovey rank among the all-time career home run leaders, as does New York Giants legend Mel Ott. The three Hall of Famers hit many big home runs, but ranking them and the other memorable blasts in club history required more than a check of the record books.
The five most important home runs in Giants history will remind fans of some of the most thrilling games and pennant races ...
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Giant Home Runs: The 5 Most Important Blasts In Giants History
Posted: 16th March 2010 by Ted Sillanpaa in MLBComments Off on Giant Home Runs: The 5 Most Important Blasts In Giants History