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Susan Slusser, Chronicle Staff Writer
1of153Texas Rangers catcher Bengie Molina throws the ball to first to get the out on San Francisco Giants right fielder Andres Torres in the first inning of Game 5 of the World Series on Monday.Lance Iversen/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
2of153Texas Rangers second baseman Ian Kinsler (#5) can't make the play on a San Francisco Giants right fielder Andres Torres (56) single in the third inning during game 5 of the 2010 World Series between the San Francisco Giants and the Texas Rangers on Monday, Nov. 1, 2010 in Arlington, Tx.Carlos Avila Gonzalez/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
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4of153San Francisco Giants catcher Buster Posey tags out Texas Rangers designated hitter Vladimir Guerrero in the seventh inning of Game 5 of the World Series on Monday.Lance Iversen/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
5of153San Francisco Giants shortstop Edgar Renteria is greeted at the dugout after hitting a three-run home run in the seventh inning of Game 5 of the World Series against the Texas Rangers on Monday.Carlos Avila Gonzalez/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
7of153Giants manager Bruce Bochy watches batting practice before Game 5 of the World Series at Rangers Ballpark on Monday.Lea Suzuki/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
8of153San Francisco Giants' Cody Ross (13) lifts the 2010 World Series Championship trophy over his head in the Visiting Clubhouse at Rangers Ballpark after the San Francisco Giants win Game 5 of the World Series over the Texas Rangers 3-1 on Monday November 1San Francisco Giants' Cody Ross (13) lifts the 2010 World Series Championship trophy over his head in the Visiting Clubhouse at Rangers Ballpark after the San Francisco Giants win Game 5 of the World Series over the Texas Rangers 3-1 on Monday November 1, 2010 in Arlington, Texas.Lea Suzuki/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
10of153Texas Rangers right fielder Nelson Cruz hits a solo home run in the seventh inning of Game 5 of the World Series against the San Francisco Giants on Monday.Lance Iversen/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
11of153Former Giants great Juan Marichal speaks to the media prior to Game 5 of the World Series between the San Francisco Giants and the Texas Rangers on Monday.Michael Macor/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
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13of153San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Tim Lincecum delivers a pitch in the first inning of Game 5 of the World Series against the Texas Rangers on Monday.Michael Macor/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
14of153San Francisco Giants fans Patrick Vaughan (left) and William Johnson, who are both originally from San Francisco and currently live in Austin, Texas, watch the top of the third inning of Game 5 of the World Series at Rangers Ballpark on Monday.Lea Suzuki/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
16of153Trey Redic (right), County Fair vendor, surveys the crowd below as he rides an escalator before Game 5 of the World Series at Rangers Ballpark on Monday.Lea Suzuki/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
17of153San Francisco Giants first baseman Aubrey Huff (17) makes the play on Texas Rangers' Ian Kinsler (5) in the second inning during game 5 of the 2010 World Series between the San Francisco Giants and the Texas Rangers on Monday, Nov. 1, 2010 in Arlington, Tx.Carlos Avila Gonzalez/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
19of153Closer Brian Wilson celebrates his last out, which clinched the World Series for the San Francisco Giants in Game 5 at Rangers Ballpark on Monday.Lance Iversen/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
20of153Brett McCrory of Joshua, Texas reacts to San Francisco Giants Edgar Renteria's three run home run in the seventh inning of Game 5 of the World Series as the San Francisco Giants play the Texas Rangers at Rangers Ballpark on Monday November 1, 2010 in Arlington, Texas. Final Score: Giants 3 - Rangers 1.Lea Suzuki/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
22of153Edgar Renteria watches his seventh inning three-run home run as the San Francisco Giants take Game 5 to win the World Series over the Texas Rangers on Monday.Michael Macor/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
23of153San Francisco Giants fans Patrick Vaughan (left) and William Johnson, who are both originally from San Francisco and currently live in Austin, Texas, react at the end of the top of the third inning at Rangers Ballpark for Game 5 of the World Series on Monday.Lea Suzuki/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
25of153Charlie Barney of Amarillo, Texas, decorates his face to show his support of the Texas Rangers at Game 5 of the World Series at Rangers Ballpark on Monday.Lea Suzuki/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
26of153San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Tim Lincecum warms up prior to Game 5 of the World Series against the Texas Rangers on Monday.Lance Iversen/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
28of153San Francisco Giants shortstop Juan Uribe hits a seventh inning single in Game 5 of the World Series against the Texas Rangers on Monday.Michael Macor/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
29of153San Francisco Giants shortstop Edgar Renteria is greeted at the dugout after hitting a three-run home run in the seventh inning of Game 5 of the World Series against the Texas Rangers on Monday.Lance Iversen/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
31of153Texas Rangers catcher Bengie Molina strikes out in the third inning of Game 5 of the World Series against the San Francisco Giants on Monday.Lance Iversen/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
32of153Texas Rangers starting pitcher Cliff Lee (33) pitches in the first inning of Game 5 of the World Series against the San Francisco Giants on Monday.Michael Macor/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
34of153San Francisco Giants first baseman Aubrey Huff looks back to first base as Texas Rangers second baseman Ian Kinsler completes a double play in the fifth inning of Game 5 of the World Series on Monday.Lance Iversen/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
35of153San Francisco Giants center fielder Aaron Rowand flies out in the third inning of Game 5 of the World Series against the Texas Rangers on Monday.Lance Iversen/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
37of153San Francisco Giants managing general partner William Neukom (l to r) and San Francisco Giants' Pablo Sandoval (48) celebrate in the Visiting Clubhouse at Rangers Ballpark after the San Francisco Giants win Game 5 of the World Series over the Texas Rangers 3-1 on Monday November 1, 2010 in Arlington, Texas.Lea Suzuki/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
38of153Nick Tanza of San Francisco, who works in the Giants' enterprises department, takes in the view from the top of Rangers Ballpark before Game 5 of the World Series on Monday.Lea Suzuki/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
40of153Buster Posey jumps into Brian Wilson's arms as the San Francisco Giants take Game 5 to win the World Series over the Texas Rangers on Monday.Michael Macor/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
41of153Giants fan Oliver Chessen, 9, of San Francisco decorates his face with a beard while watching the Giants work out before Game 5 of the World Series at Rangers Ballpark on Monday.Lea Suzuki/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
43of153San Francisco Giants shortstop Edgar Renteria is greeted at the dugout after hitting a three-run home run in the seventh inning of Game 5 of the World Series against the Texas Rangers on Monday.Carlos Avila Gonzalez/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
44of153San Francisco Giants manager Bruce Bochy before Game 5 of the World Series against the Texas Rangers at Rangers Ballpark on Monday.Lea Suzuki/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
46of153San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Tim Lincecum throws a pitch in the first inning of Game 5 of the World Series against the Texas Rangers on Monday.Lance Iversen/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
47of153Winning pitcher, Tim Lincecum is lifted up on teammates shoulders as The Giants celebrate on the field after winning the final game of the World Series. The San Francisco Giants defeated the Texas Rangers 3-1 in Game 5 of the World Series at Rangers Ballpark in Arlington, Tx, on Monday, November 1, 2010.Carlos Avila Gonzalez/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
49of153San Francisco Giants center fielder Cody Ross celebrates as he scores on Edgar Renteria's three-run home run in the seventh inning of Game 5 of the World Series against the Texas Rangers on Monday.Lance Iversen/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
50of153Texas Rangers starting pitcher Cliff Lee (33) completes his follow through in the first inning of Game 5 of the World Series against the San Francisco Giants on Monday.Michael Macor/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
52of153San Francisco Giants relief pitcher Brian Wilson (38) heads to the clubhouse after a workout before Game 5 of the World Series against the Texas Rangers on Monday.Michael Macor/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
53of153Buster Posey, facing away, picks up winning pitcher, Tim Lincecum as the Giants celebrate on the field after winning the final game of the World Series. The San Francisco Giants defeated the Texas Rangers 3-1 in Game 5 of the World Series at Rangers Ballpark in Arlington, Tx, on Monday, November 1, 2010.Carlos Avila Gonzalez/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
56of153Eli Whiteside, center, celebrates as the San Francisco Giants take Game 5 to win the World Series over the Texas Rangers on Monday.Michael Macor/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
58of153Edgar Renteria gets a hug from Pat Burrell after hitting a three-run home run in the seventh inning of Game 5 of the World Series against the Texas Rangers on Monday.Michael Macor/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
59of153San Francisco Giants first baseman Aubrey Huff grounds out in the second inning of Game 5 of the World Series against the Texas Rangers on Monday.Lance Iversen/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
61of153San Francisco Giants center fielder Cody Ross gets a base hit in the seventh inning of Game 5 of the World Series against the Texas Rangers on Monday.Lance Iversen/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
64of153A Texas Rangers fan shows his support for his team at Game 5 of the World Series as the San Francisco Giants play the Texas Rangers at Rangers Ballpark on Monday November 1, 2010 in Arlington, Texas.Lea Suzuki/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
65of153San Francisco Giants center fielder Cody Ross is tagged out by Texas Rangers catcher Bengie Molina in the fourth inning of Game 5 of the World Series on Monday.Michael Macor/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
67of153Giants' closer, Brian Wilson celebrates after striking out Nelson Cruz of the Texas Rangers for the final out of the World Series. The San Francisco Giants defeated the Texas Rangers 3-1 in Game 5 of the World Series at Rangers Ballpark in Arlington, Tx, on Monday, November 1, 2010.Carlos Avila Gonzalez/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
68of153San Francisco Giants shortstop Edgar Renteria (16) watches his seventh inning three-run home run during game 5 of the 2010 World Series between the San Francisco Giants and the Texas Rangers on Monday, Nov. 1, 2010 in Arlington, Tx.Michael Macor/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
70of153San Francisco Giants center fielder Cody Ross hits a single in the seventh inning of Game 5 of the World Series against the Texas Rangers on Monday.Michael Macor/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
73of153The Giants celebrate their World Series win Monday after beating the Texas Rangers 3-1 in Game 5 at Rangers Ballpark in Arlington.Lance Iversen/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
74of153San Francisco Giants shortstop Edgar Renteria hits a three-run home run in the seventh inning of Game 5 of the World Series against the Texas Rangers on Monday.Lance Iversen/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
77of153Brian Wilson celebrates after striking out Nelson Cruz to end Game 5 and win the World Series over the Texas Rangers on Monday.Michael Macor/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
79of153San Francisco Giants shortstop Juan Uribe shows his frustration at bat before striking out in the second inning of Game 5 of the World Series against the Texas Rangers on Monday.Lance Iversen/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
80of153Texas Rangers first baseman Mitch Moreland (18) makes the out on San Francisco Giants second baseman Freddy Sanchez (21) in the first inning of Game 5 of the World Series on Monday.Michael Macor/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
82of153San Francisco Giants first baseman Aubrey Huff (17) tries to beat Cliff Lee on a sacrifice bunt to advance Cody ross and Juan Uribe during game 5 of the 2010 World Series between the San Francisco Giants and the Texas Rangers on Monday, Nov. 1, 2010 in Arlington, Tx.Carlos Avila Gonzalez/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
83of153San Francisco Giants catcher Buster Posey singles in the first inning of Game 5 of the World Series against the Texas Rangers on Monday.Lance Iversen/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
85of153Giants fan T. J. Gillette of Oklahoma gets a ball prior to Game 5 of the World Series against the Texas Rangers on Monday.Michael Macor/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
86of153San Francisco Giants shortstop Edgar Renteria is congratulated by third base coach Tim Flannery as Renteria rounds third base after hitting a three-run home run in Game 5 of the World Series against the Texas Rangers on Monday.Carlos Avila Gonzalez/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
88of153The pre-game ceremony before Game 5 of the World Series at Rangers Ballpark on Monday.Lea Suzuki/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
89of153San Francisco Giants first baseman Aubrey Huff gets a single in the fifth inning of Game 5 of the World Series against the Texas Rangers on Monday.Lance Iversen/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
91of153San Francisco Giants shortstop Edgar Renteria (16) watches his three-run home run in the seventh inning during game 5 of the 2010 World Series between the San Francisco Giants and the Texas Rangers on Monday, Nov. 1, 2010 in Arlington, Tx.Carlos Avila Gonzalez/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
92of153San Francisco Giants closer Brian Wilson works the ninth inning of Game 5 of the World Series on Monday.Lance Iversen/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
94of153Texas Rangers starting pitcher Cliff Lee delivers a pitch as Aubrey Huff takes a lead in the fifth inning of Game 5 of the World Series on Monday.Lance Iversen/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
95of153Aubrey Huff, Freddy Sanchez and Pat Burrell celebrate as Edgar Renteria rounds third base after hitting a three-run home run in the seventh inning of Game 5 of the World Series against the Texas Rangers on Monday.Michael Macor/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
97of153San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Tim Lincecum (55) fields a Bengie Molina hit to end the fifth inning during game 5 of the 2010 World Series between the San Francisco Giants and the Texas Rangers on Monday, Nov. 1, 2010 in Arlington, Tx.Carlos Avila Gonzalez/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
98of153San Francisco Giants' Cody Ross (13) lifts the 2010 World Series Championship trophy over his head in the Visiting Clubhouse at Rangers Ballpark after the San Francisco Giants win Game 5 of the World Series over the Texas Rangers 3-1 on Monday November 1, 2010 in Arlington, Texas.Lea Suzuki/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
100of153Nate Schierholz picks up Sergio Romo as the Giants celebrate on the field after winning the final game of the World Series. The San Francisco Giants defeated the Texas Rangers 3-1 in Game 5 of the World Series at Rangers Ballpark in Arlington, Tx, on Monday, November 1, 2010.Carlos Avila Gonzalez/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
101of153San Francisco Giants shortstop Edgar Renteria watches his seventh inning three-run home run in Game 5 of the World Series against the Texas Rangers on Monday.Lance Iversen/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
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103of153Giants Buster Posey parades around the field waving to fans following San Francisco's win of the 2010 World Series over the Texas Rangers on Monday Nov. 1, 2010 in Arlington, Tx., with a score of 3-1.Michael Macor/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
104of153San Francisco Giants shortstop Edgar Renteria watches his seventh inning three-run home run in Game 5 of the World Series against the Texas Rangers on Monday.Michael Macor/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
106of153San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Tim Lincecum warms up prior to Game 5 of the World Series against the Texas Rangers on Monday.Lance Iversen/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
107of153San Francisco Giants' Cody Ross (13) lifts the 2010 World Series Championship trophy over his head in the Visiting Clubhouse at Rangers Ballpark after the San Francisco Giants win Game 5 of the World Series over the Texas Rangers 3-1 on Monday November 1, 2010 in Arlington, Texas.Lea Suzuki/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
109of153A Giants fan shows his support as the San Francisco Giants take Game 5 to win the World Series over the Texas Rangers on Monday.Michael Macor/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
110of153San Francisco Giants third baseman Pablo Sandoval (48) jokes with the media prior to Game 5 of the World Series against the Texas Rangers on Monday.Michael Macor/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
112of153Texas Rangers' Mitch Moreland removes his helmet and batting gloves in Game 5 of the World Series against the San Francisco Giants on Monday.Lance Iversen/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
113of153Texas Rangers catcher Bengie Molina makes the tag on San Francisco Giants center fielder Cody Ross in the fourth inning of Game 5 of the World Series on Monday.Lance Iversen/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
115of153San Francisco Giants shortstop Edgar Renteria is greeted at home plate by Cody Ross and Juan Uribe after Renteria's three-run home run in the seventh inning of Game 5 of the World Series against the Texas Rangers on Monday.Carlos Avila Gonzalez/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
116of153The Giants' Andres Torres smiles during a workout before Game 5 of the World Series at Rangers Ballpark on Monday.Lea Suzuki/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
118of153Winning pitcher, Tim Lincecum is lifted up on teammates shoulders as the Giants celebrate on the field after winning the final game of the World Series.The San Francisco Giants defeated the Texas Rangers 3-1 in Game 5 of the World Series at Rangers BallpWinning pitcher, Tim Lincecum is lifted up on teammates shoulders as the Giants celebrate on the field after winning the final game of the World Series.The San Francisco Giants defeated the Texas Rangers 3-1 in Game 5 of the World Series at Rangers Ballpark in Arlington, Tx, on Monday, November 1, 2010. Ran on: 11-02-2010 The Giants' Tim Lincecum gets a ride on teammates' shoulders after winning a pitchers duel with the Rangers' Cliff Lee for the world championship. Ran on: 11-02-2010 The Giants' Tim Lincecum gets a ride on teammates' shoulders after winning a pitchers' duel with the Rangers' Cliff Lee for the world championship. Ran on: 11-03-2010 Photo caption Dummy text goes here. Dummy text goes here. Dummy text goes here. Dummy text goes here. Dummy text goes here. Dummy text goes here. Dummy text goes here. Dummy text goes here.<137,1970-12-18-17-21-52,><252>###Photo: giants02_PHa1<252>1288396800<252>SFC<252>###Live Caption:Winning pitcher, Tim Lincecum is lifted up on teammates shoulders as the Giants celebrate on the field after winning the final game of the World Series.The San Francisco Giants defeated the Texas Rangers 3-1 in Game 5 of the World Series at Rangers Ballpark in Arlington, Tx, on Monday, November 1, 2010.###Caption History:Winning pitcher, Tim Lincecum is lifted up on teammates shoulders as the Giants celebrate on the field after winning the final game of the World Series.The San Francisco Giants defeated the Texas Rangers 3-1 in Game 5 of the World Series at...Carlos Avila Gonzalez/The ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
119of153San Francisco Giants Cody Ross and Juan Uribe greet Edgar Renteria as he crosses the plate after hitting a three-run home run in the seventh inning of Game 5 of the World Series against the Texas Rangers on Monday.Lance Iversen/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
121of153The Giants celebrate on the field after winning the final game of the World Series. The San Francisco Giants defeated the Texas Rangers 3-1 in Game 5 of the World Series at Rangers Ballpark in Arlington, Tx, on Monday, November 1, 2010.Carlos Avila Gonzalez/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
122of153A Texas Rangers fan shows his support for his team at Game 5 of the World Series against the San Francisco Giants at Rangers Ballpark on Monday.Lea Suzuki/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
124of153Brian Wilson and Tim Lincecum celebrate as the San Francisco Giants take Game 5 to win the World Series over the Texas Rangers on Monday.Michael Macor/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
125of153San Francisco Giants second baseman Freddy Sanchez celebrates Edgar Renteria's three-run home run in the seventh inning of Game 5 of the World Series against the Texas Rangers on Monday.Michael Macor/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
127of153Giants fans cheer for the team during a workout before Game 5 of the World Series against the Texas Rangers at Rangers Ballpark on Monday.Lea Suzuki/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
128of153San Francisco Giants' Cody Ross (13) lifts the 2010 World Series Championship trophy over his head on the field at Rangers Ballpark after the San Francisco Giants win Game 5 of the World Series over the Texas Rangers 3-1 on Monday November 1, 2010 in Arlington, Texas.Lea Suzuki/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
130of153Texas Rangers starting pitcher Cliff Lee throws a pitch in the first inning of Game 5 of the World Series against the San Francisco Giants on Monday.Lance Iversen/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
131of153Aubrey Huff celebrates with the team as the San Francisco Giants take Game 5 to win the World Series over the Texas Rangers on Monday.Michael Macor/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
133of153Jets do a flyover during pre-game ceremonies for Game 5 of the World Series between the San Francisco Giants and the Texas Rangers on Monday.Michael Macor/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
134of153San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Tim Lincecum (55) carries the 2010 World Series Championship trophy on the field at Rangers Ballpark after the San Francisco Giants win Game 5 of the World Series over the Texas Rangers 3-1 on Monday November 1, 2010 in Arlington, Texas.Lea Suzuki/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
136of153Giants Edgar Renteria, parades around the championship trophy along with teammate Andres Torres, following San Francisco's win of the 2010 World Series over the Texas Rangers on Monday Nov. 1, 2010 in Arlington, Tx., with a score of 3-1.Michael Macor/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
137of153San Francisco Giants MVP Edgar Renteria follows the flight of his game winning three run homer in the 7th inning Monday Nov. 1, 2010 at Rangers Ballpark in Arlington. The Giants beat the Texas Rangers in game five of the World Series 3-1.Lance Iversen/The ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
139of153San Francisco Giants managing general partner William Neukom (l to r) and San Francisco Giants Juan Uribe (5) celebrate in the Visiting Clubhouse at Rangers Ballpark after the San Francisco Giants win Game 5 of the World Series over the Texas Rangers 3-1 on Monday November 1, 2010 in Arlington, Texas.Lea Suzuki/The ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
140of153Brian Wilson and Tim Lincecum celebrate as the San Francisco Giants take game 5 to win the 2010 World Series over the Texas Rangers on Monday Nov. 1, 2010 in Arlington, Tx., with a score of 3-1.Michael Macor/The ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
142of153San Francisco Giants manager Bruce Bochy heads to the Visiting Clubhouse after leaving the field at Rangers Ballpark after the San Francisco Giants win Game 5 of the World Series over the Texas Rangers 3-1 on Monday November 1, 2010 in Arlington, Texas.Lea Suzuki/The ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
143of153James Woo (l to r) and Eric Lo, both of San Francisco, cheer for the San Francisco Giants during Game 5 of the World Series as the San Francisco Giants play the Texas Rangers at Rangers Ballpark on Monday November 1, 2010 in Arlington, Texas. Final Score: Giants: 3 - Rangers: 1.Lea Suzuki/The ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
145of153Winning pitcher, Tim Lincecum is lifted up on teammates shoulders as the Giants celebrate on the field after winning the final game of the World Series.The San Francisco Giants defeated the Texas Rangers 3-1 in Game 5 of the World Series at Rangers Ballpark in Arlington, Tx, on Monday, November 1, 2010.Carlos Avila Gonzalez/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
146of153Giants catcher jumps onto closing pitcher Brian Wilson, the celebration begins as the San Francisco Giants take game 5 to win the 2010 World Series over the Texas Rangers on Monday Nov. 1, 2010 in Arlington, Tx., with a score of 3-1.Michael Macor/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
148of153The Giants celebrate on the field after winning the final game of the World Series.The San Francisco Giants defeated the Texas Rangers 3-1 in Game 5 of the World Series at Rangers Ballpark in Arlington, Tx, on Monday, November 1, 2010.Carlos Avila Gonzalez/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
149of153San Francisco Giants center fielder Cody Ross (13) celebrates as he scores on Edgar Renteria's three-run home run in the seventh inning during game 5 of the 2010 World Series between the San Francisco Giants and the Texas Rangers on Monday, Nov. 1, 2010 in Arlington, Tx.Lance Iversen/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
151of153Brian Wilson and Tim Lincecum celebrate as the San Francisco Giants take game 5 to win the 2010 World Series over the Texas Rangers on Monday Nov. 1, 2010 in Arlington, Tx., with a score of 3-1.Michael Macor/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
152of153Aubrey Huff , (center) celebrates with the team as the San Francisco Giants take game 5 to win the 2010 World Series over the Texas Rangers on Monday Nov. 1, 2010 in Arlington, Tx., with a score of 3-1.Michael Macor/San Francisco ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
Bengie Molina said it won't be weird at all if the Giants decide to give him a World Series ring for his service with them earlier this season.
"Maybe if they gave it to me right now it would be weird," Molina said after the Rangers' 3-1 loss to the Giants ended the season. "But whenever I find out if they want to give me one, if I retire, maybe I'll enjoy it."
Molina, who was traded from San Francisco to Texas to make room for catcher Buster Posey, is thinking about retiring after 13 big-league seasons. He's 36, and he said all that's on his mind is going home and spending time with his family. He didn't want to make any definitive statement, however, in case something happens to make him want to return to baseball.
Meanwhile, Molina said, he's able to appreciate the Giants' accomplishments.
"I'm actually very, very happy for them," he said. "To win is a very special feeling. ... They're like my family on the other side."
Washington's status: This is not a shock: Before Game 5, Texas general manager Jon Daniels said that manager Ron Washington's contract is the team's first priority after the World Series.
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"And there's no doubt in anybody's mind that he'll be the skipper here for some time to come," Daniels said.
Briefly: Daniels said that using Cliff Lee on short rest was discussed before the Series but the Rangers decided to avoid doing so. ... Washington on the Rangers' scouting report on Edgar Renteria: "The word I got, he was slow at shortstop. ... He looked like the young Renteria." ... Asked about the Giants' offense, Washington said, "You know, I don't know if I thought their hitting was bad. You look at the lineup they put out there, they're pretty good. They put a ton of runs up on us."
Susan Slusser
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Susan Slusser has worked at The San Francisco Chronicle since 1996. She is the Giants beat writer. Previously, she covered the A's full-time from 1999 to 2021.
Slusser's book about the A's, 100 Things A's Fans Need to Know and Do Before They Die, came out in 2014 and she and A's radio announcer Ken Korach released a new book, If These Walls Could Talk, Tales from the Oakland A's Dugout, Locker Room and Press Box, in 2019. She is also a correspondent for the MLB Network.