The San Francisco Giants' streak of 18 consecutive seasons with a different starting left fielder on Opening Day continued in 2024 with Michael Conforto taking the field. This tradition began after Barry Bonds, who had almost exclusive control of the position, left the team in 2007. Despite the curse, Conforto had a strong performance in the opener, going 3-for-4 with three runs and an RBI in a 6-4 loss to the San Diego Padres.

• Barry Bonds held the left field position for all but one Opening Day from 1993 to 2007.
• The Giants have had a total of 18 different left field starters since Bonds' departure.
• The streak is one year away from tying the record set by the St. Louis Browns/Baltimore Orioles from 1937 to 1955.

The constant turnover in left field has been a challenge for the Giants, with a mix of aging veterans and younger players failing to establish a long-term presence.

• Michael Conforto's performance on Opening Day adds a new chapter to the ongoing left field saga for the Giants.
• The team's history in this position reflects a struggle to find a consistent and enduring solution post-Barry Bonds.

As Conforto is a pending free agent, the Giants face uncertainty in breaking the streak with a long-term solution in left field, potentially leading to a continuation of the curse.

The Giants' revolving door in left field, post-Barry Bonds, underscores the challenge of finding stability in a key position and the urgency to secure a lasting solution for future success.