[Nick Soulis]

Series #55



1990 San Francisco Giants
Record: 85-77
Finish: 3rd in NL West
Manager: Roger Craig
Ball Park: Candlestick Park
WAR Leader: Matt Williams (5.0)
Hall of Famers: (1)
https://www.baseball-reference.com/teams/SFG/1990.shtml

1979 San Diego Padres
Record: 68-93
Finish: 5th in NL West
Manager: Roger Craig
Ball Park: San Diego Stadium
WAR Leader: Dave Winfield (8.3)
Hall of Famers: (4)
https://www.baseball-reference.com/teams/SDP/1979.shtml
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California Battle Goes The Distance
Giants Turn Things Around To Narrowly Clip Padres



Game 1
At Candlseick Park
1979 San Diego Padres 8
1990 San Francisco Giants 2
WP: G. Perry (1-0) LP: K. Downs (0-1)
HR: M. Williams (1)
POG: Gaylord Perry (8 IP, 5 H, 1 ER, 4 BB, 8 K, W)
1979 Padres Lead Series 1-0

In a clash of baseball eras, the 1979 San Diego Padres triumphed over the 1990 San Francisco Giants in Game 1 of their best-of-seven series at Candlestick Park. Led by the timeless prowess of 41-year-old pitcher Gaylord Perry, the Padres secured an impressive 8-2 victory to take an early 1-0 lead in the series. Perry delivered a stellar performance, throwing 8.0 innings of 5-hit ball, allowing just one run and striking out eight. The Padres' offense was driven by an 11-hit barrage, with Kurt Bevacqua's 3 RBIs and Gary Richards' 2 hits contributing to the dominant display. The Giants struggled to find an answer to Perry's pitching, managing only two runs on six hits. Mike Williams provided a late spark for the Giants with a solo home run in the 9th, but it wasn't enough to overcome the Padres' commanding lead. As the series unfolds, the Padres look to build on their Game 1 success, while the Giants aim to bounce back and even the score in the next matchup at Candlestick Park.

Game 2
At Candlseick Park
1979 San Diego Padres 4
1990 San Francisco Giants 2
WP: R. Jones (1-0) LP: J. Burkett (0-1) S: R. Fingers (1)
HR: D. Winfield (1)
POG: Randy Jones (8 IP, 3 H, 1 ER, 2 BB, 5 K, W)
1979 Padres Lead Series 2-0

In a commanding display at Candlestick Park, the 1979 San Diego Padres extended their lead in the series to 2-0, securing a 4-2 victory over the 1990 San Francisco Giants in Game 2 of the World Series. Left-handed pitcher Randy Jones emerged as the hero for the Padres, delivering a masterful performance by allowing only three hits and two runs over 8.0 innings. Jones' precise pitching kept the Giants at bay, and the Padres' offense, led by Dave Winfield's home run and two RBIs, provided enough support for the win. Despite the Giants' attempts to rally with two runs in the 6th inning, they fell short as Jones and closer Rollie Fingers closed the door on any comeback. With the series now shifting to San Diego Stadium, the Padres look to maintain their momentum, while the Giants face an uphill battle to claw back into contention.

Game 3
At San Diego Stadium
1990 San Francisco Giants 7
1979 San Diego Padres 0
WP: T. Wilson (1-0) LP: J. Eichelberger (0-1) S: J. Brantley (1)
HR: M. Williams (2)
POG: Matt Williams (3-5, HR, 2B, 6 RBI)
1979 Padres Lead Series 2-1

In a pivotal Game 3 at San Diego Stadium, the 1990 San Francisco Giants bounced back with a commanding 7-0 victory over the 1979 San Diego Padres. The star of the night was third baseman Matt Williams, who delivered an outstanding performance, going 3 for 5 with a home run and a double, driving in an impressive six runs and scoring once for the Giants. The win, fueled by Williams' offensive explosion, narrowed San Francisco's deficit in the series to 2-1. The Giants' starting pitcher, T. Wilson, delivered a stellar performance, pitching 7.2 scoreless innings, allowing only three hits and striking out three. The Padres struggled to find their offensive rhythm, with J. Eichelberger taking the loss after giving up three earned runs in 7.2 innings. With the series now 2-1 in favor of the Padres, both teams look ahead to Game 4 at San Diego Stadium, anticipating another intense battle in this best-of-seven showdown.

Game 4
At San Diego Stadium
1990 San Francisco Giants 2
1979 San Diego Padres 1
WP: S. Garrelts (1-0) LP: E. Rasmussen (0-1) S: J. Brantley (2)
HR: None
POG: Scott Garrelts (7 IP, 4 H, 0 ER, 3 BB, 3 K, W)
Series Tied At 2

In a pivotal Game 4 at San Diego Stadium, the 1990 San Francisco Giants secured a crucial 2-1 victory over the 1979 San Diego Padres, knotting the series at 2-2. Giants' starter Scott Garrelts played a starring role, delivering 7.0 innings of impressive 4-hit ball, allowing only one earned run while striking out three. Will Clark, the 26-year-old first baseman, made a significant impact with a run-scoring sacrifice fly in the top of the third inning, giving San Francisco a 2-0 lead. Manager Jim Smith praised his team's focused performance, emphasizing the importance of executing every pitch. The win sets the stage for a critical Game 5 at San Diego Stadium, as both teams look to gain the upper hand in this tightly contested matchup.

Game 5
At San Diego Stadium
1990 San Francisco Giants 1
1979 San Diego Padres 2 (12 inn)
WP: B. Shirley (1-0) LP: R. Reuschel (0-1)
HR: W. Clark (1)
POG: Gaylord Perry (8 IP, 3 H, 0 ER, 2 BB, 9 K)
1979 Padres Lead Series 3-2

In a nail-biting Game 5 that extended to 12 innings, the 1979 San Diego Padres emerged victorious with a 2-1 win over the 1990 San Francisco Giants, taking a 3-2 series lead. Padres' starter Gaylord Perry delivered a stellar performance, pitching 8.0 shutout innings, allowing only three hits and striking out nine. The Giants' Kevin Downs also pitched admirably, giving up just one run in 7.0 innings. The game remained deadlocked at 1-1 until the bottom of the 12th when Barry Evans delivered a walk-off run-scoring single off Rick Reuschel, securing the pivotal win for the Padres. The series now shifts back to Candlestick Park in San Francisco for Game 6, with the Padres holding a one-game advantage and the Giants looking to even the score once again.

Game 6
At Candlseick Park
1979 San Diego Padres 4
1990 San Francisco Giants 5 (12 inn)
WP: M. Dewey (1-0) LP: S. Mura (0-1)
HR: K. Mitchell (1)
POG: Kevin Mitchell (2-5, HR, 3 RBI, 2 R)
Series Tied 3-3

In an intense and dramatic Game 6 at Candlestick Park, the 1990 San Francisco Giants rallied to defeat the 1979 San Diego Padres 5-4 in 12 innings, tying the World Series at 3-3 and setting the stage for a decisive Game 7. Giants' left fielder Kevin Mitchell played a crucial role, going 2-5 with a home run, scoring twice, and driving in three runs. The game reached its climax in the bottom of the 12th when Brett Butler delivered a walk-off run-scoring single off Padres' pitcher Steve Mura. Despite the Padres' efforts, including multi-hit performances by John Turner and Bip Roberts, the Giants secured the victory and forced the series into a winner-takes-all showdown at Candlestick Park. The thrilling conclusion promises a fitting end to a closely contested and memorable Series.

Game 7
At Candlseick Park
1979 San Diego Padres 1
1990 San Francisco Giants 4
WP: T. Wilson (2-0) LP: J. Eichelberger (0-2) S: M. Dewey(1)
HR: R. Thompson (1)
POG: Trevor Wilson (6 IP, 2 H, 1 ER, 1 BB, 5 K, W)

In a dramatic Game 7 showdown at Candlestick Park, the 1990 San Francisco Giants emerged victorious, securing a 4-1 win over the resilient 1979 San Diego Padres and clinching the World Series title. It was a seesaw battle that showcased the tenacity of both teams, but ultimately, the Giants prevailed in this hard-fought series. With timely hits and a solid pitching performance, the Giants etched their place in history, claiming their first championship. Matt Williams, reflecting on the challenging series, noted, "There's no denying we faced a tough opponent. But as the old saying goes, 'when the going gets tough, the tough get going,' and that's what we did today." With the regular season behind them, the 1990 Giants now revel in their championship glory, set to celebrate with a victory parade in San Francisco in the days to come.

1990 San Francisco Giants Win Series 4 Games To 3


Series MVP:

(.368, 2 HR, 8 RBI, 3 R, 2 2B, .680 SLG, .385 OBP)