Why Giants GM Brian Sabean Should Target Houston’s Hunter Pence

After playing sound baseball in a stretch during mid-May that put San Francisco up four games over .500 and three back of the Dodgers, the Giants have since lost nine of their last 14 games.

Due to their continued offensive struggles over that span, which saw the G-Men score just five runs over a four game stretch, Giants General Manager Brian Sabean has decided to intensify his search for a new bat in the lineup.

The goal for the Giants going into the season was to play solid ball during the first half of the season and be within striking distance of first place come the July trade deadline.

However, the need for a bat isn't solely based on the Giants poor offensive numbers. Added to the mix is that the division leading Dodgers are actually performing to the point ...

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