Jonathan Sanchez Is the San Francisco Giants’ Most Vital 2nd-Half Player

I know what you must be thinking after reading that headline.

How can Jonathan Sanchez, a starting pitcher who was just placed on the disabled list and was leading the league in walks, be the key to the success of the defending world champion San Francisco Giants in the second half?

I will be the first to admit that I do not believe Sanchez's pitching will be a crucial factor in ushering the Giants back into the playoffs. Tim Lincecum, Matt Cain, Madison Bumgarner, Ryan Vogelsong and perhaps even the resurgent (if only temporarily) Barry Zito could cover that task if need be.

In fact, the best way that Sanchez could actually help this team win the NL West would be to return from the DL and pitch ve...

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