- CUBS vs. GIANTS AT WRIGLEY: The Cubs lost the rubber game of last year’s series at home against the Giants, after winning the first and losing the second. Two years ago, they won the third game after losing the first and winning the second, as they did this year. (Courtesy BCB’s JohnW53)
- RUN SCORING NOTES: When the Cubs have scored at least three runs, as they did yesterday, their record is an impressive 30-15. They are 2-5 in games with exactly three and 4-16 with two or fewer. They are 18-4 when they have allowed no more than two and 20-6 with no more than three. With at least four, they are 14-25. (Courtesy BCB’s JohnW53)
- ONE OF THESE THINGS IS NOT LIKE THE OTHER: The Cubs’ last five games have been decided by one, one, one, 15 and one run. (Courtesy BCB’s JohnW53)
- WINNING WHEN COMING FROM BEHIND: The Cubs erased two deficits yesterday, 1-0 and 2-1. It was the third game this season in which they have come from behind twice and they have won them all. The previous two both were walk-offs against the Reds, on May 4 (behind 3-0 and 4-3 before winning in the ninth, 5-4) and May 6 (behind 1-0 and 6-4 before winning in the 10th, 7-6). The Cubs have erased 27 total deficits in 24 different games. They are 15-9 in those games, having won three of four following five straight losses. (Courtesy BCB’s JohnW53)
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Two San Francisco Giants Named To All Star Team
The 2024 All Star reserves were announced on Sunday and the San Francisco Giants had two players named to the National League team. The ace of the staff, Logan Webb, and young star outfielder, Heliot Ramos, both earned their first career All Star selections.
Webb would have made the team last season, but he pitched the Sunday before the game, meaning he had to sit out the festivities. Still, it’s surprising this is his first time making the team, but it is well deserved.
After finishing second in the NL Cy Young voting in 2023, Webb has kept his dominance and reliability going in 2024. In his runner up Cy Young campaign, the right hander lead the league with 216 innings. One of just five pitchers to throw 200 or more innings in 2023, Webb posted a 3.25 ERA and an 8.1 K/9.
He’s on track to have an extremely similar season in 2024. As it stands, he leads the league once again with 119.1 innings and has gone at least six innings in every start since May 5. His 3.09 ERA is an imporvement on last season, but his strikeout numbers are down to 7.8 K/9.
Still, there is no doubt that he was going to be one of the All Stars for the Giants and finally gets his shot at the Midsummer Classic.
Heliot Ramos was the team’s second selection, another well deserved one at that. His story this season has been different than other All Stars, so it makes for a fun story. The 24-year-old didn’t make his season debut until May 8, but has been the Giants best hitter since.
In just 53 games, the outfielder has posted 2.3 bWAR, third on the team behind Webb and Matt Chapman. With his .300/.372/.522 slashline and .894 OPS, Ramos is second on the team behind LaMonte Wade Jr. with a 158 OPS+, a mark that would be top ten in baseball if he were qualified. He’s also tied for the team lead with 12 home runs and second with 40 RBI.
It was a bit of a long road for Ramos to get starting time over the last couple of seasons, but when he finally did, he showed that he is an All Star. In fact, Ramos becomes the first homegrown Giants outfielder to make an All Star team since Chili Davis all the way back in 1986.
In a season riddled with injuries, Ramos and Webb are two players to celebrate for the team.
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From the Hoover Dam to Lady Liberty, discover some of USA TODAYs Most Treasured Views in America for 2026.
Scenic views stretch across California — from rugged coastlines and towering forests to landmarks that shape its cities and culture. Whether you’re chasing a quiet moment, a sense of awe or the perfect photo, the Golden State offers no shortage of places worth the trip.
This story is part of USA TODAY’s Most Treasured Views series, a nationwide project highlighting breathtaking — and sometimes overlooked — sights across the country.
In California, those views span the full landscape, blending natural wonders with historic and architectural icons. Some are world-famous, others invite quieter reflection — all offering a window into what makes the state unforgettable. Here are some of those California treasured views:
17‑Mile Drive, Pebble Beach
This iconic coastal drive delivers one postcard moment after another along the Monterey Peninsula. Visitors wind past rugged cliffs, white-sand beaches and wind‑shaped cypress trees, with sweeping Pacific views at nearly every turn.
Landmarks like the Lone Cypress and crashing surf at Point Joe make this one of California’s most photographed stretches of coastline.
Santa Monica Pier
Jutting out into the Pacific, the Santa Monica Pier blends ocean views with classic California boardwalk energy. It’s known for its sweeping coastal vistas, historic charm and the unmistakable Ferris wheel skyline.
Whether you’re watching the sunset or strolling the planks, it’s a front‑row seat to Southern California beach life.
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Coit Tower, San Francisco
From atop Telegraph Hill, Coit Tower offers panoramic views of San Francisco and the bay, including the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz.
The 1930s landmark also features historic murals inside, merging art and scenery into one of the city’s most recognizable viewpoints.
Griffith Observatory, Los Angeles
Perched in Griffith Park, the observatory delivers sweeping views of Los Angeles, from downtown skyscrapers to the Hollywood Sign.
It’s a favorite for visitors chasing cinematic moments — especially at sunset, when the city begins to glow.
Hearst Castle, San Simeon
Set high above the Central Coast, Hearst Castle pairs ocean views with opulent architecture. Visitors look out over rolling hills and the Pacific while touring one of the most lavish estates in the country.
The property’s grand design and history make the scenery feel as dramatic as the setting.
Yosemite Valley
Few places in California rival the scale of Yosemite Valley. Granite giants like El Capitan and Half Dome rise above forests and meadows, creating some of the most iconic views in the country.
Waterfalls, cliffs, and open skies make it a defining feature of the Sierra Nevada landscape.
Alcatraz Island
Set in the middle of San Francisco Bay, Alcatraz offers striking views of both the city skyline and the surrounding waters.
The former prison’s isolation — and its layered history of incarceration and protest — adds weight to the scenery.
Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks
Home to some of the largest trees on Earth, these parks offer views that feel both towering and humbling.
The giant sequoias dominate the landscape, with mountain vistas and deep canyons stretching beyond them.
Carmel Mission
In the coastal town of Carmel‑by‑the‑Sea, this historic mission blends architecture, gardens and coastal light.
Its preserved design and peaceful setting offer a quieter, reflective California view rooted in the state’s early history.
Hollywood Sign viewpoints
Seeing the Hollywood Sign up close — or from scenic overlooks — is a classic Los Angeles experience.
The landmark sits against the hills above the city, offering a mix of urban and natural scenery that defines the region.
Manzanar National Historic Site
Set against the stark beauty of the Eastern Sierra, Manzanar is both scenic and sobering. The site tells the story of Japanese Americans incarcerated here during World War II.
The wide‑open desert landscape contrasts with that history, making it one of California’s most powerful places to visit.
Joshua Tree National Park
Joshua Tree National Park showcases where the Mojave and Colorado deserts meet, with twisted Joshua trees and striking rock formations.
Wide-open desert terrain shifts from flat valleys to scenic lookouts, with wildlife and seasonal wildflowers adding to the landscape.
Designated an International Dark Sky Park, it’s just as impressive at night, offering some of California’s best stargazing far from city lights.
Explore more amazing locations that helped define American history with USA 250 Most Treasured Views.
Jameson Taillon, RHP vs. Trevor McDonald, RHP
Jameson Taillon has had a rough year, but also has made some very good starts, including last time out, last Tuesday against the A’s. Hope that continues.
Current Giants are batting .169 (11-for-65) against Taillon, though with four home runs (two by Rafael Devers, one each by Matt Chapman and Willy Adames). That should not surprise you.
Keep the ball in the yard tonight, Jamo.
Trevor McDonald is making his ninth MLB start. Of the previous eight, six have come this year, so he comes in with just 52 innings of MLB experience. He was the Giants’ 11th round pick out of George County High School in Lucedale, Mississippi in 2019, and I mention the specific school because that’s the same school that produced Justin Steele.
Of his six starts this year, five were decent to good, he got pounded in the other one May 22 by the White Sox (seven runs in 3.2 innings).
McDonald has never faced the Cubs. The only Cub who’s seen him is Michael Conforto (1-for-3).
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San Francisco police say they’re likely dealing with a first in the city: a burglar who used a driverless car as his getaway ride. What’s more, he got away with it. In under three minutes, a man slipped into Hot 8 Yoga in the Marina District, grabbed an armful of athletic wear, loaded it into the trunk of a waiting Waymo robotaxi, then rode off into the dark, reports the San Francisco Chronicle. The burglary happened back in January and is just coming to light. Police have made no arrests.
Investigators got a search warrant forcing Waymo to turn over the rider’s account details and video from the white Jaguar used in the caper, but Sgt. Tim Faye says the account info didn’t point to a suspect—likely because of stolen data or a burner phone. It’s not clear how long Waymo keeps its interior video, but it was wiped by the time the warrant was filed, notes TechCrunch. Waymo equips its latest cars with 29 cameras, though it does not use facial recognition or similar techniques to identify people. In a Los Angeles incident last year, police chased a suspect leaving a grocery robbery, and the robotaxi pulled itself over because of the police lights. The San Fran robber appears to have absconded with men’s shorts.
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