GIANTS POSTCAST: Giants BEAT LA AGAIN, Eric Haase BLASTS TWO HOME RUNS

The Locked On Giants podcast recaps a thrilling 6-2 victory over the Dodgers, marking the fourth win for the Giants against LA in five games this season—tying their entire 2025 win total against the Dodgers. The game was highlighted by Eric Haase’s historic two-home run performance, making him the first Giants catcher since Bob Melvin to achieve the feat at Chavez Ravine. Harrison Bader also contributed with a crucial home run, while Adrian Hauser delivered a strong start, limiting the Dodgers to just three hits and two runs over 5.2 innings. The Giants’ comeback win featured key strategic moves, including a successful safety squeeze by Drew Gilbert and a dominant four-out save by Caleb Killian, who is emerging as a reliable closer. The episode explores the growing confidence in the Giants’ offense and bullpen, especially against the Dodgers, and speculates on why the Giants seem to have a psychological edge over LA. The team’s momentum, fueled by timely hitting and smart in-game decisions, has lifted spirits across the roster and fanbase, even if the overall season remains challenging. Key takeaways include: 1) The Giants’ ability to consistently beat the Dodgers despite struggles elsewhere is a major morale boost; 2) Eric Haase’s breakout performance validates his role as a power-hitting backup catcher; 3) Caleb Killian has earned the closer role with his consistency and effectiveness; 4) Strategic small-ball tactics like the safety squeeze are proving valuable in tight games; 5) Adrian Hauser’s recent turnaround against division rivals shows he can be a reliable starter when needed. The episode ends on an optimistic note, with the Giants poised for a pivotal matchup against Shohei Otani the next day.