No Team Has Ever Hit More Pinch-Hit HR Than the 2021 San Francisco Giants

Pinch hitting is a difficult task, as hitters come off the bench without a prior at bat to warm up for what’s usually a critical situation. The San Francisco Giants cracked the pinch hitting code in 2021, as they broke the record for the most pinch hitting HR in a season. The effectiveness of the Giants pinch hitters is a contributing factor to the team’s surprising 105-win season. Going into the postseason, pinch hitters could have a significant impact on a potential Giants playoff run as the Manager pushes the right buttons.

The @SFGiants have hit 18 pinch-hit HR in 2021, the most in @MLB history. pic.twitter.com/mURyMorbZF
— MLB Stats (@MLBStats) October 2, 2021

INTERESTING FACTS

Giants have the most pinch-hit HR (18) over the 2016 Cardinals (17) in a season
1st time 2+ teams (Giants & Dodgers) from the same League/Division had 105+ Wins in 1 season
Giants now have the t-most wins (106) during 1 season in franchise history, tying the New York Giants’ from 1904

Odds vs. SD: SF -230 (Spread -1.5)

MAIN TAKEAWAY

SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS ARE THE MOST WELL-BALANCED TEAM IN THE MLB

COLORS KEY | FULL GIANTS OUTLOOK

The San Francisco Giants have the best record in the league for a reason. However, most teams in this position are usually led by a MVP candidate, yet the Giants likely won’t have any player finish in the top-3, or even top-5 in MVP voting this season. Instead, a large part of their success has come from an impressive amount of contributions from less distinguished players. Whether it’s Donovan Solano’s game-tying shot or even Kevin Gausman’s walk-off RBI, someone always rises to the occasion for San Fran.

The Giants have the most players (10) with 10+ HR among any MLB team this year, highlighting their well-balanced lineup. From top to bottom, they really have no weaknesses and possess one of the best benches in baseball, breaking the record for most pinch hit HR (18) in a season. San Francisco’s bench should have lots of opportunities to produce and will look to make a splash during the playoffs.