April 22 in San Francisco Giants History: Brandon Belt forces Jaime Barria to throw a record 21 pitches before flying out to right field (2018)

On April 22, 2018 — Facing rookie Jaime Barria of the Angels in the 1st inning, Brandon Belt of the Giants forces him to throw a record 21 pitches before flying out to right field. The 12-minute battle features 16 consecutive foul balls at one point, in addition to four unsuccessful pick-off attempt

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