SAN FRANCISCO — Mac Williamson seemingly has a photographic memory when it comes to past at-bats, but that’s not always a positive for a player who has been handed some tough tasks.
Williamson’s first at-bat last year came against Craig Kimbrel and his first start was opposite Sonny Gray. A few days later he faced Clayton Kershaw. This season, Williamson has bounced back and forth between Triple-A and the Majors, balancing development with the organization's need for him to come through in big spots in the Majors.
Until Wednesday, Williamson had not lived up to his own expectations.