Spring Training 2025

[LHG]

I don't know, but I have been feeling more optimistic after watching a few Giants spring training games. They might be better than I gave them credit for. I hope I was backwards in my prediction with the wins and losses.

 

[LHG]

As mentioned Harry optioned.

Also: Winn optioned and Lucchesi reassigned.

I am more surprised that Lucchesi was reassigned than that Harrison was optioned but you certainly called it on Harrison.

 

[LHG]

Here is what I see for the last 7 spots on the roster (NRIs in italics):
5th Starting Pitcher - Hayden Birdsong, Landen Roupp
Last 3 spots in the bullpen - Lou Trivino, Spencer Bivens, Joel Peguero, Randy Rodriguez, Landen Roupp
Backup catcher - Sam Huff, Max Stassi
Backup infielder - Brett Wisely, Casey Schmitt, Christian Koss
Part time DH/ backup outfielder - Casey Schmitt, Grant McCray, David Villar, Jake Lamb(?)

 

[LHG]

Removing the 3 pitchers demoted and Encarnacion, there are only 32 players left in camp. I do wonder if Lamb (excuse me, J Clam) comes back up with Encarnacion sidelined, though.

 

[tzill]

Is Jelly’s spot secure?

Need to keep an eye on Cab’s progress in the minors.

Jelly is secure

 

[Stokes1931]

Can't come back from something like this....

Ceballos with a 3 run double B9

Final 7-7 tie.

I believe this is the Giants' fourth tie of ST.

 

[calsnowskier]

I believe this is the Giants' fourth tie of ST.

Epic collapse.

 

[tzill]

Jerar's recovery timeline could suggest a move to the 60-day injured list. He'll likely need a lengthy rehab assignment once he is ready for game action again. This would open up a spot on the 40-man roster if that is an avenue the Giants pursue.

 

[calsnowskier]

Jerar's recovery timeline could suggest a move to the 60-day injured list. He'll likely need a lengthy rehab assignment once he is ready for game action again. This would open up a spot on the 40-man roster if that is an avenue the Giants pursue.

In the past (different regime), the Giants have been averse to adding players to the 60 even if there is a chance they could get even just a week of extra play from the player. Obviously, it is hard to predict how Posey will navigate these situations.

I am not certain there is a big need for roster space atm, though. We still have VR who will gone before the start of the season. I also wouldn’t be surprised to see Murphy hit the 60. I would like to think Wilmer would be a candidate as well, but I just don’t get that vibe right now.

 

[tzill]

Baby Giants v. Real Giants

Roupp dominant again: 5IP 3BB 8K 1ER
Winn slapped around for the Cats
Bird in now T6, walked the first batter

Ramos 2-2 plus a BB, done for the night
JHL back and doubles in a run, draws a walk, done for the night
Koss doubles in a run
Huff 1-3, done for the night
LWJ 1-3, done for the night

Bird just gave up a double, T6 second and third no outs...Jay Clam just grounded out to third, productive out. And Porter singles in another run. Ouch.

T6 3-3 and Bird is struuuugling.

 

[LHG]

Here is what I see for the last 7 spots on the roster (NRIs in italics):
5th Starting Pitcher - Hayden Birdsong, Landen Roupp
Last 3 spots in the bullpen - Lou Trivino, Spencer Bivens, Joel Peguero, Randy Rodriguez, Landen Roupp
Backup catcher - Sam Huff, Max Stassi
Backup infielder - Brett Wisely, Casey Schmitt, Christian Koss
Part time DH/ backup outfielder - Casey Schmitt, Grant McCray, David Villar, Jake Lamb(?)

I am a bit shocked on Hjelle's demotion. Looks like we have 5 guys pitching for 4 bullpen spots now.

 

[sf1giantfan]

This game may have brought up more questions than giving us answers.