# Speedsters Surge as Stolen Bases Rise | San Francisco Giants News

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Published: 2026-07-01T19:12:53+00:00
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Nasim Nuñez is stealing the show with 32 stolen bases, leading the league while also anchoring a strong defense for the Nationals. Jackson Merrill’s explosive leap—from one stolen base last year to top contender status—shows how fast young talent can rise. Over the past week, Victor Robles and Henry Bolte have turned heads on the basepaths, with Robles thriving in a part-time role and Bolte lighting up the Athletics as a daily leadoff hitter. But not all speed translates: Chandler Simpson’s caught-stealing woes and rookie A.J. Ewing’s speed still needing polish highlight the gap between potential and execution. The Giants, now vulnerable after trading Patrick Bailey, are giving up stolen bases at alarming rates, especially with Robbie Ray and Logan Webb struggling to hold runners—making them prime targets for speedsters like Jake McCarthy and Ezequiel Tovar. Amid debates about declining athleticism, the data tells a different story: stolen bases are up, and young players are proving they’ve got the speed—and the smarts—to make it count. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/7c500b67a16f93db

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