SAN FRANCISCO -- Always looking to add depth and flexibility, the Giants claimed infielder Engelb Vielma off waivers from the Twins on Thursday.
To make room for Vielma on the 40-man roster, outfielder Michael Morse, who has missed almost the entire season with concussion symptoms, was moved to the 60-day disabled list.
Vielma, 23, can play second base, third base and shortstop, which is his primary position. He's a .256 hitter in six Minor League seasons.
This year, Vielma hit a combined .229/.273/.280 in 121 games between Double-A Chattanooga and Triple-A Rochester. He was designated for assignment by Minnesota on Tuesday.