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Giants RP Brian Wilson wasn’t expecting to get in any work Thursday against the Cardinals as San Francisco led 5-0 heading into the ninth inning. However, Brad Hennessey ran into trouble. He allowed one run on two hits and one walk in a 1/3 of an inning before giving way to Wilson, who inherited runners on first and second. However, Wilson got Adam Kennedy to ground into a fielder’s choice and got pinch-hitter Rico Washington looking on a 3-2 pitch to end the game. Wilson got his second save and lowered his ERA to 7.36. Wilson really needed a confidence boost after getting beat up in his previous two starts. For now, Wilson remains a No. 3 Fantasy closer since he pitches for a bad team. (CBS Sports)

Brian Wilson attributed his early season struggles to a minor flaw in his pitching mechanics that he believes is simple to correct, the Giants’ official site reports. Wilson, who blew a save Tuesday and sports a 9.00 ERA on the season, pointed out that he’s not landing consistently with his front (left) foot as he follows through with his motion. Wilson acknowledged that he thrives on work, like most relievers, and his activity has been sporadic thus far. The Giants will likely stick with him, but if he doesn’t turn it around, Tyler Walker and Merkin Valdez are the alternatives. (Rotowire)

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