Only, the ball was stopped in its tracks when it collided with third base umpire Mark Ripperger, who was unable to get out of the way in time. Thanks to Ripperger, Padres third baseman Manny Machado ...
The Giants have seen plenty of newcomers make an impact right out of the gate over the years, though some have stood out more than others. From rookie sensations to marquee free-agent signings, here’s ...