San Francisco Giants’ Most Important Keys to Capturing 2014 NL West Pennant

After a disappointing 2013 season, the San Francisco Giants look to bounce back this year and claim their third NL West pennant since 2010.

To overtake their rival Los Angeles Dodgers, the Giants need three key components to perform well this season. Starting pitching has to improve, Angel Pagan must have a comeback year and Pablo Sandoval needs to stay in shape.

Let’s take a look at why these factors are critical to the Giants winning an NL West pennant in 2014.