
If you're a huge baseball Twitter fan, you've probably heard of Rob Friedman -- or @PitchingNinja as he's so widely known.
If you haven't heard of Friedman, you're in for a treat. He brings the fun back in sports media with his unique GIFs and hilarious commentary on twitter. But beyond that, he has a great eye for the guys on the bump.
In the winter doldrums -- as we wait for the Giants to make a significant offseason move -- we asked for his thoughts on his favorite Giants pitchers.
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Both past and present Giants pitchers are highlighted thanks to Mr. Pitching Ninja with his own words on what is so special about these hurlers.
Johnny Cueto
Rob Friedman: "Yes, I know he’s hurt, but he’s always fun to watch. Between his creativity on the mound and his changeup, I’m always watching for something new and amazing."
Madison Bumgarner
RF: "It's not just the fact that his mechanics mirror another Giants great (Hall of Famer Carl Hubbell)
RF: "His cutter, ability to tunnel pitches ... and his toughness make him entertaining to GIF"
RF: "Plus, MadBum had a legendary staredown with Joe West."
Reyes Moronta
RF: "His wicked slider, made by 2018 Filthiest Slider compilation. Enough said."
RF: "And this slider was disgusting -- literally and figuratively. I apologize in advance."
Ray Black
RF: "As my followers know, I'm a sucker for a dude who throws flames and has a filthy slider. And that's basically Ray Black."
Mark Melancon
RF: "I'm always watching for his filthy knuckle curve and cutter."
Newcomer: Pat Venditte
RF: "Because he's amphibious, and he's really Kyle Hendricks."
All-time Giants Pitcher: Tim Lincecum
RF: "Because he was 5'11," weighed like 78 pounds, and threw gas with off-the-charts secondary stuff."
RF: "Tim was the most mobile guy on the planet -- we're talking circus freak stuff."
So while there isn't a ton of Hot Stove action heating up for the Giants, we can at least take this time to appreciate the pitching staff as currently stands. Plus, we got to take a trip down memory lane which is always a splendid thing.
Thanks once again to Rob Friedman for his time and his contributions to this article.