Michael Swinehart

Michael Swinehart

Joined: Feb 3, 2024

Michael Swinehart is a Contributor to Around the Foghorn. He grew up in Solano County and has followed the Giants since he was a kid. While today his writing focuses on the Giants, he previously helped cover all teams writing for Off the Bench Baseball. He's been to games at six different MLB stadiums and has a personal goal of visiting at least one new park each year. He is currently based in the Portland metro area, where he lives with his wife and two dogs.

Sep 28, 2024; San Francisco, California, USA; San Francisco Giants infielder Matt Chapman (26) salutes the Giants dugout after hitting a double against the St. Louis Cardinals during the sixth inning at Oracle Park. Mandatory Credit: Robert Edwards-Imagn Images

SF Giants should consider bold move with vocal leader Matt Chapman

Sep 13, 2024; San Francisco, California, USA; San Francisco Giants pitcher Camilo Doval (75) pitches during the eighth inning against the San Diego Padres at Oracle Park. Mandatory Credit: Stan Szeto-Imagn Images

Ranking the 3 biggest SF Giants X-Factors heading into the 2025 season

Sep 11, 2024; San Francisco, California, USA; San Francisco Giants designated hitter Jerar Encarnacion (59) gestures as he runs the bases after hitting a two-run home run against the Milwaukee Brewers during the first inning at Oracle Park. Mandatory Credit: John Hefti-Imagn Images

3 SF Giants players on the 40-man roster who are out of minor league options

Sep 11, 2023; San Francisco, California, USA; San Francisco Giants catcher Blake Sabol (2) during the eighth inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Oracle Park. Mandatory Credit: Robert Edwards-Imagn Images

Veteran SF Giants catcher likely favorite to return to role following trade with Red Sox

Oct 1, 2024; San Francisco, CA, USA; San Francisco Giants manager Bob Melvin (left), president of baseball operations Buster Posey (middle), and chairman Greg Johnson during a press conference at Oracle Park. Mandatory Credit: Robert Edwards-Imagn Images

SF Giants confirm fanbase's worst fears with payroll decision for 2025

Oct 29, 2024; New York, New York, USA; New York Yankees outfielder Juan Soto (22) on third base during the first inning in game four of the 2024 MLB World Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

No, the SF Giants should not waste their time pursuing another superstar free agent this winter

Aug 27, 2023; San Francisco, California, USA; Former San Francisco Giants players Hunter Pence and Buster Posey during a Wall of Fame induction ceremony before the game against the Atlanta Braves at Oracle Park. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-Imagn Images

SF Giants fire Farhan Zaidi, replace him with Buster Posey

Aug 28, 2022; Phoenix, Arizona, US; East infielder Bryce Eldridge (38) during the Perfect Game All-American Classic high school baseball game at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

The unpopular, but likely solution at first base for the SF Giants

Jul 23, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; San Francisco Giants second baseman Thairo Estrada (39) throws to first for an out during the fifth inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jason Parkhurst-USA TODAY Sports

SF Giants place a trio of veterans on irrevocable waivers

Apr 11, 2023; San Francisco, California, USA; San Francisco Giants shortstop Brandon Crawford (35) celebrates after hitting a solo home run during the eighth inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Oracle Park. Mandatory Credit: Neville E. Guard-USA TODAY Sports

Reflecting on the long and successful career of SF Giants legend Brandon Crawford

Jul 30, 2024; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; St. Louis Cardinals third baseman Brandon Crawford (35) fields a ground ball against the Texas Rangers during the ninth inning at Busch Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-USA TODAY Sports

SF Giants legend Brandon Crawford released by Cardinals after disappointing season

Jul 28, 2024; San Francisco, California, USA; San Francisco Giants pitcher Camilo Doval (75) reacts against the Colorado Rockies during the ninth inning at Oracle Park. Mandatory Credit: Robert Edwards-USA TODAY Sports

SF Giants make surprise move by demoting 2023 NL All-Star reliever

Jun 19, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; San Francisco Giants outfielder Heliot Ramos (17) grounds into force out against the Chicago Cubs during the sixth inning at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-USA TODAY Sports

3 biggest SF Giants surprises from the first half of the season

May 22, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Blake Snell (7) delivers a pitch against the Pittsburgh Pirates during the first inning at PNC Park. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports

3 biggest SF Giants disappointments from the first half of the season

May 11, 2024; San Francisco, California, USA; San Francisco Giants pitcher Mason Black (47) throws a pitch during the third inning against the Cincinnati Reds at Oracle Park. Mandatory Credit: Bob Kupbens-USA TODAY Sports

SF Giants add Hayden Birdsong, option young pitcher after brief stint with the club

Chicago Cubs v San Francisco Giants

SF Giants made surprise move in calling up lefty reliever for brief stint