On July 27, the MLB Immaculate Grid puzzle features San Francisco Giants players who have hit 40 or more home runs in a season.
Presented in a 3x3 grid format, the Immaculate Grid tests participants' knowledge of baseball history, team rosters, and player connections.
Here's a list of answers for today's MLB Immaculate Grid:
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- Barry Bonds: Bonds hit an astonishing 73 home runs in the 2001 season, setting the MLB single-season record. He was known for his exceptional power and keen batting eye, with an impressive career total of 762 home runs.
- Willie Mays: An all-time great, Mays hit 52 home runs in the 1965 season, showcasing his remarkable athleticism and power. He remains one of the most beloved and iconic figures in Giants history.
- Mark McGwire: Though he played only one season with the team in 1987, McGwire left a significant impact, smashing 49 home runs and displaying the power that would define his career.
- Jeff Kent: A prolific hitter during his time with the Giants, Kent reached the 40-home run mark in 2000, displaying his ability to drive the ball out of the park consistently.
- Willie McCovey: A true Giants legend, McCovey achieved the feat three times during his career, with his highest total of 45 coming in the 1969 season.
Other Giants players who have hit 40+ HRs in a season
- Orlando Cepeda: In 1961, Cepeda recorded his best home run tally with the Giants, blasting 46 homers.
- Johnny Mize: Though he played for the Giants when they were still based in New York, Mize's impact was significant. In 1947, he hit 51 home runs.
- Jack Clark: In 1978, Clark made a name for himself by belting 35 home runs for the Giants and then went on to reach the 40-run mark in 1987, showcasing his ability to clear the fences.
- Pablo Sandoval: Nicknamed "Kung Fu Panda," Sandoval surprised everyone when he hit 41 home runs in the 2009 season, displaying unexpected power for a player known for his contact hitting.
Edited by Kanav Seth