The San Francisco Giants have several players dealing with injuries during spring training, with updates on expected returns ranging from early March to 2027. Recent roster moves include signings of key position players and pitchers placed on the injured list. These developments come as the team prepares for the upcoming season.
The San Francisco Giants are managing multiple injuries as they gear up for the 2026 season. First baseman/designated hitter Rafael Devers was scratched from the lineup against the Los Angeles Dodgers on February 27 due to left hamstring tightness felt during infield work. He could return as early as March 1 against the San Diego Padres. Outfielder Harrison Bader left the Giants' 12-4 victory over the Dodgers that day after one at-bat, sidelined by a right thumb contusion, but is also slated for a possible return on March 1.
Pitcher Joel Peguero, dealing with left hamstring tightness, threw his first live batting practice session on February 27 and expects to be back in March. Left-hander Erik Miller, out with a back spasm, plans one more live batting practice before his Cactus League debut, also targeting March. Sam Hentges missed the entire 2025 season following left shoulder surgery and underwent right knee arthroscopy in August; he has no set return timetable and remains questionable for Opening Day, though he continues bullpen work at camp.
Longer-term absences include right-hander Jason Foley, who had right shoulder surgery in May 2025 and was placed on the 60-day injured list on February 13; he is throwing twice weekly and aims for a mid-2026 return. Randy Rodríguez, after Tommy John surgery on September 24, faces 12-14 months out, with a throwing progression starting mid-March and a return possibly late 2026 or early 2027; he went on the 60-day IL on February 10. Rowan Wick, post-Tommy John surgery in November 2025, is expected to miss all of 2026 and was transferred to the 60-day IL on February 15.
On the transaction front, the Giants signed outfielder Will Brennan to a one-year Major League deal on February 15. They also inked Rowan Wick to a one-year deal with a 2027 club option on February 13 and second baseman Luis Arraez to a one-year Major League deal on February 10. These moves aim to bolster the roster amid the injury challenges.
