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Watch: Bumgarner is Mr. Do-it-all with RBI double

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It's a no-brainer that anyone would take Madison Bumgarner's arm, but the San Francisco Giants have the luxury of his bat.

Bumgarner diced in a 1-0 win over the Chicago Cubs on Sunday, going 7 2/3 scoreless with six strikeouts while lowering his ERA to 2.17. But in typical fashion, he came up clutch with the game's only RBI - a double to deep left in the eighth inning.

Unlike most pitchers, Bumgarner's spot in the lineup is a point of strength. He isn't your usual automatic bunt, instead showcasing his ability to swing with authority, giving the Giants a potent batting lineup when he's in it.

(Video courtesy: MLB.com)

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