The 2025 San Francisco Giants displayed an envisioned lineup with Matt Chapman finally returning after 23 games on the IL. His presence filled a significant gap in the team's performance. The anticipation of his return was palpable, marked by heightened senses as he engaged in pre-game rituals. The excitement turned bittersweet as Chapman faced a 96 MPH sinker from Luis Severino, leading to a grimace and a reminder of the physical challenges after injury.
Chapman finally got to write his cornerstone into the line-up card, batting clean-up, and for the first time, behind the dangerous Devers.
The first day back is an elevated sensory experience, noticing the little things as first pitch approaches, going through all his pre-game rituals.
Chapman wore the pitch like a gifted sweater from his grandmother - with a grimace. He left the box glaring back at the mound.
The Giants still weren't at full strength with a Matt Chapman sized hole in their heart, needing him to fill it.
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