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Giants' Coach Optimistic About Young Pitchers' Potential

3/17/2026

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San Francisco Giants pitching coach Justin Meccage expressed optimism about the team's young pitchers during spring training in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Meccage acknowledged Birdsong's elbow injury but said the depth and competitiveness of the staff remain strong.
Veteran additions Tyler Mahle and Adrian Houser have shown promise, with Mahle not allowing a run in three spring starts, and Meccage aims to blend art and science in development.

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San Francisco Giants pitching coach Justin Meccage expressed optimism about the team's young pitchers during spring training in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Meccage acknowledged Birdsong's elbow injury but said the depth and competitiveness of the staff remain strong.
Veteran additions Tyler Mahle and Adrian Houser have shown promise, with Mahle not allowing a run in three spring starts, and Meccage aims to blend art and science in development.