Whisenhunt's composure helps him outlast early struggles in solid start
SAN FRANCISCO -- Giants left-hander Carson Whisenhunt looked like he might not be long for the game after needing 55 pitches to get through his first two innings against the Astros on Tuesday night. But the rookie starter managed to find a way to right the ship.
Giants bring back Knizner to provide catching depth with Susac on the IL
SAN FRANCISCO -- With their catching options thinned by the injury to Daniel Susac, the Giants decided to bring back veteran backstop Andrew Knizner on a Major League deal on Tuesday. Knizner, 31, will give the Giants an experienced veteran to pair with rookie Drew Cavanaugh, who is expected to
Susac (left knee) placed on IL; Chapman to undergo season-ending surgery
SAN FRANCISCO -- The Giants’ catching depth took a major blow Monday after rookie catcher Daniel Susac landed on the 10-day injured list with a left knee patellar fracture. Susac was scheduled to meet with team doctors on Monday evening to determine a prognosis, but the injury seems likely to
New Giant Mayer nears rehab assignment, excited for 'next chapter'
SAN FRANCISCO -- The Giants have yet to see Trade Deadline acquisition Marcelo Mayer in action since the former top Red Sox prospect remains on the injured list with a bone stress reaction in his left ulna. But the 23-year-old infielder might not have to wait much longer to get
Kuiper reacts to Krukow’s decision to retire after 2026 season
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Opener strategy pays off as Houser earns win for first time since May
SAN FRANCISCO -- The opener might be back in vogue for the Giants. With their rotation depth thinned by the departure of left-hander Robbie Ray and right-hander Tyler Mahle at the Trade Deadline, the Giants are expected to get more creative with their pitching usage over the final two months
Chapman (core muscle) likely to need season-ending surgery
SAN FRANCISCO -- Giants third baseman Matt Chapman will “more likely than not” require season-ending surgery to repair the core muscle injury that has sidelined him since late June, manager Tony Vitello said Friday. Chapman is expected to fly to Philadelphia on Sunday to see Dr. William Meyers, who specializes
Iconic Giants voice Mike Krukow announces retirement at end of season
SAN FRANCISCO -- Beloved Giants voice Mike Krukow announced Thursday that he will be retiring at the end of the 2026 season, capping an iconic 36-year run in the booth alongside his best friend and broadcasting partner Duane Kuiper.
3 questions for Giants after Trade Deadline sell-off
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Leonard caps 9-year journey to the Majors with 1st big league hit
ARLINGTON -- It was a moment nine years in the making for Eddys Leonard. One day after making his long-awaited Major League debut, the 25-year-old infielder/outfielder collected his first career hit in the Giants’ 6-0 loss to the Rangers in Wednesday afternoon’s series finale at Globe Life Field.
Tidwell makes most of first start with Giants as he fills one of rotation's vacancies
ARLINGTON -- The Giants were left with two big vacancies in their starting rotation after trading away left-hander Robbie Ray and right-hander Tyler Mahle ahead of Monday’s Deadline. Their departures created an immediate opening for pitching prospect Blade Tidwell, who was recalled from Triple-A Sacramento to plug one of those
Breaking down the new prospects from the Giants' Deadline haul
ARLINGTON -- The Giants’ farm system got an infusion of young talent after the organization pulled off five trades ahead of Monday’s Trade Deadline.
Posey hopeful busy Deadline sets Giants up for speedy rebound
ARLINGTON -- President of baseball operations Buster Posey said the Giants were deep in trade talks on All-Star second baseman Luis Arraez on Sunday night, but he wasn’t sure if any other deals would end up coming to fruition ahead of Monday’s 3 p.m. PT Trade Deadline. It ended up
Giants land 2 of Padres' top 10 prospects for Robbie Ray
ARLINGTON -- Left-hander Robbie Ray made his final start for the Giants against the Padres on Thursday night at Petco Park. Four days later, he’s heading back to San Diego. The Giants sent Ray to the division-rival Padres in exchange for right-hander Miguel Mendez and shortstop Joniel Hernandez ahead of
Giants acquire pair of top prospects from Yankees for Ramos
ARLINGTON -- After dealing away three impending free agents, the Giants capped a frenetic Trade Deadline by dealing outfielder Heliot Ramos to the Yankees on Monday. The Giants received a pair of top prospects in return: left-hander Henry Lalane (previously the Yankees' No. 5 prospect per MLB Pipeline) and infielder
Giants deal Arraez, Kilian to Phillies for two righty prospects
ARLINGTON -- The Giants kicked off Monday’s Trade Deadline by cashing in their biggest trade chip, finalizing a trade that sends All-Star second baseman Luis Arraez to the Phillies along with right-handed reliever Caleb Kilian. San Francisco received right-handed pitching prospects Ramon Marquez and Marty Gair from the Phillies in
Giants send Mahle to Braves in swap of pitchers
SAN DIEGO -- The Giants’ sell-off has begun. On the eve of Monday’s 3 p.m. PT Trade Deadline, the Giants sent veteran starter Tyler Mahle to the Braves in exchange for right-hander reliever Anthony Molina, who was optioned to Triple-A Sacramento.
Arraez tuning out trade buzz with Deadline approaching
SAN DIEGO -- The countdown to Monday’s 3 p.m. PT Trade Deadline is on for the Giants, who figure to be one of the most active teams on the market this year. The Giants have looked like clear sellers for weeks now, a status that was only further confirmed following
With trade chip Arraez out (cramping), Basabe steps up with 4 RBI night
SAN DIEGO -- With two days to go until Monday’s Trade Deadline, the Giants scratched All-Star second baseman Luis Arraez from their starting lineup less than 20 minutes before Saturday’s 6-5 walk-off loss to the Padres at Petco Park. Arraez is viewed as one of the Giants’ top trade chips
Vitello defends Adames' work ethic following viral broadcast comment
SAN DIEGO -- Giants manager Tony Vitello came out in defense of Willy Adames after the veteran shortstop’s work ethic was seemingly called into question on national television on Friday night. In the bottom of the third inning of the Giants’ 7-0 loss the Padres on Friday, Apple TV broadcaster
Chapman (abdominal strain) hits snag in rehab, delaying anticipated return
SAN DIEGO -- The Giants were hoping Matt Chapman would be ready to return from his abdominal strain this weekend, but the veteran third baseman is expected to be out longer than expected after continuing to feel discomfort while running. “Unfortunately, we've been trying to push it to get me
Giants' dynamic duo: Prospects Gonzalez, Hernández flashing their skills at San Jose
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Giants suspend payment on Bader's salary following scooter crash
SAN DIEGO -- President of baseball operations Buster Posey announced Friday that the Giants will be suspending payment of Harrison Bader’s salary while they look into the circumstances of a scooter crash that further damaged the 32-year-old outfielder’s injured left foot on Sunday. “Over the weekend, Harrison Bader was involved
Ray delivers 6-inning gem as Giants future remains uncertain
SAN DIEGO -- Robbie Ray has been traded four times over his professional career, the most recent of which brought him over to the Giants from the Mariners in January 2024. The expectation is he’ll be moved a fifth time in the coming days, as the 34-year-old left-hander is viewed
Susac swats out of slump with 1st and 2nd career Major League homers
SAN FRANCISCO -- More than halfway through his rookie season, Daniel Susac can finally say he’s gone yard in the big leagues. The Giants’ young backstop crushed his first two career Major League homers to set the tone for a 16-3 romp over the first-place Brewers on Wednesday afternoon at