SAN FRANCISCO – The Willie Mac Award is bestowed on the Giants player who most inspires the clubhouse with his positive attitude, tireless work ethic and performance on the field.
For the Giants this season, maintaining a positive attitude required a halo, or heavy pharmaceuticals. But Nick Hundley managed to inspire with his upbeat personality and professionalism, and the Giants honored their backup catcher with their highest clubhouse award prior to Friday night’s game against the San Diego Padres.
Then several former Willie Mac winners sloughed off their disappointing seasons and right-hander Chris Stratton blanked the Padres through 6 2/3 innings in an 8-0 victory at AT&T Park.