The Giants celebrate their victory in the 2012 World Series by raising the World Championship banner before their home opener at AT&T Park, then celebrate some more by defeating the Cardinals, 1 – 0, behind a great performance by Barry Zito, who gives up only 3 hits over 7 innings. It is the 15th straight time that the Giants have won a game started by Zito, dating back to last season and including the postseason.

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On April 5, 2013 — The Giants celebrate their victory in the 2012 World Series by raising the World Championship banner before their home opener at AT&T Park, then celebrate some more by defeating the Cardinals, 1 – 0, behind a great performance by Barry Zito, who gives up only 3 hits over 7 innings. It is the 15th straight time that the Giants have won a game started by Zito, dating back to last season and including the postseason.

 

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Sources:
Baseball Reference April 5
National Pastime April 5
Retro Sheet
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