Will Smith RP FA Thu 6/13/19 1:13 AM
Will Smith
RP FA
Smith picked up the save against the Padres on Wednesday, firing a scoreless ninth inning and allowing one hit and a walk while striking out one.
EDGE Analysis
Smith faltered ever so slightly but kept his record intact as the 29-year-old has yet to blow a save this year. In fact, the last run Smith allowed was May 18 against the Diamondbacks. The top-tier closer now owns a shiny 2.03 ERA, 0.75 WHIP and 38:6 K:BB through 27 appearances.
Will Smith RP FA Wed 6/12/19 2:29 AM
Will Smith
RP FA
Smith retired the Padres in order in the ninth inning Tuesday, striking out two to pick up his 15th save.
EDGE Analysis
Smith entered the game staked to a one-run lead and had no problem setting down the Padres to earn his fifteenth save in as many chances. In his first full season as a closer, the lefty has proven to be more than worthy of the role, complimenting a 2.10 ERA and 0.70 WHIP with a magnificent 37:5 K:BB in 25.2 innings.
Will Smith RP FA Sat 6/8/19 1:13 AM
Will Smith
RP FA
Smith tossed a perfect ninth inning in Friday's 2-1 win, striking out two and earning his 14th save of the season.
EDGE Analysis
Playing for the 26-36 Giants hasn't afforded many opportunities to Smith in the closer role, but he's converted all of his chances so far. The 29-year-old owns a 2.28 ERA and 0.68 WHIP across 23.2 innings this season. He continues to be the Giants' best option for ninth-inning duties.
Will Smith RP FA Thu 5/30/19 8:38 PM
Will Smith
RP FA
Smith didn't allow a baserunner in a scoreless ninth inning to earn the save Thursday against the Marlins.
EDGE Analysis
Smith was called upon in the ninth inning to protect a two-run lead and he had little trouble doing so, needing just nine pitches to close out the game. He now has 13 saves on the campaign, though this was his first since May 19. He's also contributed a strong 2.49 ERA and 0.74 WHIP, while generating 30 strikeouts across 21.2 innings this season.
Will Smith RP FA Mon 5/20/19 1:06 AM
Will Smith
RP FA
Smith whiffed all three batters he faced to earn the save Sunday against the Diamondbacks.
EDGE Analysis
Smith was called upon to preserve a one-run lead in the 10th inning and had little problem doing so, striking out the side on just 13 pitches. He now has 12 saves on the season, and has yet to blow an opportunity. With 26 strikeouts in 18.2 innings to go along with a 0.80 WHIP and 2.89 ERA he is among the more stable closers in the league.
Will Smith RP FA Wed 5/15/19 7:52 PM
Will Smith
RP FA
Smith struck out the side in the ninth inning to earn the save Wednesday against the Blue Jays.
EDGE Analysis
Smith entered the game in the ninth inning with only a one-run cushion, but never came close to surrendering the lead by striking out the side on just 13 pitches. He now has 11 saves on the season, good for top five in the National League. With a 0.84 WHIP and 2.70 ERA paired with 20 strikeouts across 16.2 innings, he has also provided strong strikeout and ratio numbers, making him a reliable closing option.
Will Smith RP FA Sun 5/12/19 8:15 PM
Will Smith
RP FA
Smith picked up the save after striking out two in the ninth inning Sunday against Cincinnati.
EDGE Analysis
Smith got Nick Senzel to pop out to begin the inning, and he fanned the final two batters to secure the victory. The southpaw picked up three saves during San Francisco's four-game weekend series, and he now owns a 2.87 ERA with 17 strikeouts through 15.2 frames.
Will Smith RP FA Sun 5/5/19 7:23 PM
Will Smith
RP FA
Smith yielded a solo home run but still secured his ninth save in Sunday's 6-5 win over Cincinnati. He struck out one batter.
EDGE Analysis
Smith came into the ninth inning to protect a two-run lead and was able to get the job done despite allowing a Kyle Farmer homer with two outs. His ERA is up to 3.29 but he's now 9-for-9 in save chances on the year.
Will Smith RP FA Sat 5/4/19 1:08 AM
Will Smith
RP FA
Smith pitched a perfect inning against the Reds on Friday to earn his eighth save of the season. He struck out two.
EDGE Analysis
The lefty retired the side in order on 10 pitches after the Giants rallied back from eight runs down to take the lead in the top of the 11th inning. Smith has been great, posting a 2.84 ERA and 1.03 WHIP while going 8-for-8 in save situations. If he keeps this up, Smith will be a fairly hot commodity at the trade deadline.
Will Smith RP FA Tue 4/30/19 1:18 AM
Will Smith
RP FA
Smith recorded the save Monday against the Dodgers, working around a hit to fire a scoreless ninth inning and close out the Giants' 3-2 victory. He struck out two and walked none.
EDGE Analysis
Smith allowed a bloop single to Austin Barnes, but punched out two hitters to protect the one-run lead and lock down his seventh save in as many opportunities. It was a nice bounceback effort from the left-hander, who was tagged for three earned in one inning in a non-save situation his last time out. He now has a 3.38 ERA, a 1.13 WHIP and 12 strikeouts in 10.2 innings on the season.