The final Giants-Diamondbacks series of the year

Yesterday marked a dismal day in the Giants' season, signaling that there's no silver lining to look forward to for the team anytime soon. Consequently, the Giants had to play a makeup game in Atlanta in hopes of potentially sweeping the series against the Diamondbacks. The conversion of the third and fourth games into a day-night doubleheader on Saturday added a touch of excitement to the otherwise tiring season.

With only 29 games remaining in the season, it's a relief to focus on the upcoming matchups and see how the teams can further embarrass themselves in the face of opposition featuring professional caliber players.

Arizona, trailing the Padres, Phillies, and Cubs in the Wild Card race, boasts a strong offensive lineup, with only four players posting a wRC+ lower than the league average. Their October offensive performance has been instrumental in buoying their overall standings. Despite their pitching struggles, their lineup has carried the team, with a 2.3 fWAR and a 4.21 ERA, comparable to the Giants' performance this month.

The Giants, grappling with injuries and a questionable front office, will face a tough series against the Diamondbacks, culminating in a day-night doubleheader on Saturday. With a history of underwhelming performances against the Diamondbacks, the Giants can only hope to avoid a season-low of five wins. As the final games loom, it's clear that the Giants' season will be remembered as one of their worst, particularly when pitted against the Diamondbacks.