Giants pitcher Landon Roupp recaps his impressive performance in SF 1st win of the year

Landon Rube, the Giants' starting pitcher, joins the KNBR podcast to reflect on his standout performance in the team's first win of the 2026 season. Pitching six innings with seven strikeouts, just two hits allowed, and only 87 pitches, Rube emphasized his control, command of multiple pitches—including a newly developed changeup cutter and foreseeing—while downplaying the pressure of a 0-4 start. He discussed the emotional high of celebrating Tony La Russa’s first managerial win in a Giants uniform, shared insights on how his preparation has evolved with experience and new pitches, and praised the team’s depth and clubhouse energy. Rube also highlighted the importance of trust in catcher Patrick Bailey’s pitch-calling and expressed his personal goal of reaching the postseason and pitching in October. The conversation underscores Rube’s growth, resilience after injury, and pivotal role in the Giants’ early-season turnaround.