SAN DIEGO – It’s finally time for baseball at Third and King. It’s finally time for garlic fries. But try to keep them out of the rain.
The Giants are set for their home opener on Monday against the Arizona Diamondbacks, and although a 2-5 road trip wasn’t the way they envisioned beginning the season, they will not arrive on the shores of McCovey Cove with sagging spirits to match the weather forecast.
Johnny Cueto brought his usual magic to the mound over seven innings at Petco Park, Hunter Pence and Buster Posey hit back-to-back home runs, Mark Melancon recorded his first save and the franchise that once gave you Barry Bonds even enjoyed a rare, run-scoring hit from a left fielder in a 5-3 victory over the San Diego Padres on Sunday.