Giants DFA Buddy Kennedy After Eldridge Returns from Bereavement List
San Francisco cleared a roster spot by designating infielder Buddy Kennedy for assignment as first baseman Bryce Eldridge was reinstated.
The Giants made a corresponding roster move on the heels of Bryce Eldridge's return from the bereavement list. Infielder Buddy Kennedy was designated for assignment to open the spot. The move was confirmed by Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle. Kennedy now has 10 days to be traded, released, or pass through waivers.
More on the Giants wire.
Giants Bullpen Thin Tonight: Only Kerr, Suter, and Iglesias Available
San Francisco's relief options are limited to three arms tonight, per Mark Bowman, with Holmes held back for tomorrow's start.
Rodriguez Elbow Neuritis Setback Sends Him to Specialist
Giants pitcher Jesus Rodriguez disclosed a setback in his recovery from elbow neuritis and is seeking a specialist evaluation in Dallas.
Peters Homers in Five Straight, Earns 'Bananas Bonds' Nickname
Former Savannah Banana Tristan Peters is on a historic tear for the White Sox, going deep in five consecutive games this August.
Houser joins growing list of injured Giants pitchers on IL
San Francisco's pitching staff takes another hit as Adrian Houser is placed on the injured list with a right forearm strain.
Adrian Houser Placed on IL With Right Forearm Strain
Giants SP Adrian Houser is on the IL with a right forearm strain, per MLB.com's Maria Guardado, as San Francisco's pitching staff absorbs another loss.
Giants Call Up Braxton Roxby as Rotation Depth Thins
San Francisco selected reliever Braxton Roxby's contract amid a wave of pitching injuries and deadline trades that have depleted the staff.