SAN FRANCISCO — They came in the form of sinking line drives and blasts toward the alleys. There were balls hammered down the foul lines, over outfielder's heads and off pitcher's legs.
The Giants' 16 hits came every which way during a 13-9 victory over the San Diego Padres on Wednesday.Brandon Belt went 3 for 4 with 5 RBI, Matt Duffy went 3 for 4, Hunter Pence was on base five times and ... well, you get the idea.And now? Those hot bats are off to face the league's best heat. The Giants open a three-game series Friday against the New York Mets, where they'll face Steven Matz (94.