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The Yankees’ spring training is underway with key players returning from injury—Gerrit Cole’s on-mound comeback, Rodón rehabbing, and Stanton healthy—while a smaller story examines whether Marco Luciano can revive his career away from the big‑market spotlight.
The New York Yankees claimed pitcher Dom Hamel off waivers from the Rangers and designated Marco Luciano and Jayvien Sandridge for assignment to clear spots, as Cody Bellinger’s five-year contract was finalized; Hamel adds bullpen depth while Luciano and Sandridge enter DFA limbo and could be moved or outrighted soon.
The Yankees claimed Marco Luciano off waivers from the Orioles, filling a 40-man spot as they move toward finalizing Cody Bellinger’s return; Luciano, a former top Giants prospect with limited MLB/Triple-A impact, could be DFA’d or stash in the minors if he clears waivers.
The San Francisco Giants placed rookie infielder Marco Luciano on the 10-day injured list and recalled Casey Schmitt. Outfielder Ryan McKenna, catcher Jakson Reetz, and reliever Drew Pomeranz cleared outright waivers, with Pomeranz electing free agency. Luciano, who recently joined the MLB roster, struggled defensively despite hitting well. Brett Wisely will start at shortstop against the Yankees. The Giants also signed outfielder Allan Cerda to a minor league deal.
The San Francisco Giants made several roster moves, including optioning top prospects Marco Luciano and Luis Matos to Triple-A, selecting veteran shortstop Nick Ahmed and right-hander Landen Roupp for the Opening Day roster, and releasing Pablo Sandoval. Luciano, a highly regarded prospect, will continue to develop in the minors while Ahmed, known for his defensive prowess, will take over as the starting shortstop. The Giants also designated Cooper Hummel for assignment and placed pitchers Sean Hjelle and Alex Cobb on the injured list.
The San Francisco Giants' decision not to re-sign Brandon Crawford, a beloved player, has sparked outrage among fans, but the team's management believes it's time for top prospect Marco Luciano to take over at shortstop. Despite Crawford's legendary status, his declining performance last season and the team's need to prioritize winning led to the decision. The Giants are banking on Luciano's potential and are unwilling to risk stunting his development by having Crawford as a backup. While it's unsettling to see Crawford leave, the team is focused on the future and the success of their young talent.
The San Francisco Giants' 2023 MLB offseason saw a mix of disappointment and productivity, with the team signing new players and making necessary trades. The roster shuffle has implications for young starting pitchers, Wilmer Flores, Marco Luciano, Casey Schmitt, Michael Conforto, and J.D. Davis. The team will rely on young pitchers due to injuries, while the roles of several players, including Flores and Davis, remain uncertain. Marco Luciano may have an opportunity to secure the starting shortstop position, and Michael Conforto is expected to have a prominent role in left field.
San Francisco Giants top prospects Marco Luciano and Heliot Ramos have been promoted to AAA Sacramento. Luciano, a shortstop, has been performing well with a .889 OPS and has shown improvement in his defense. Ramos, an outfielder, impressed during his rehab assignment and has been optioned to AAA. In the minor league games, Ramon Peralta and Javier Francisco had standout performances, hitting home runs and showing improvement in their stats. The Giants' minor league teams have several promising middle infield prospects.
The San Francisco Giants have promoted their top position player prospect, Marco Luciano, to Triple-A Sacramento. Luciano has shown impressive performance in Double-A Richmond this year, reclaiming his superstar prospect status after a back injury. With his promotion, fans are excited about the possibilities of having a five-tool superstar on the Giants' roster, potentially hitting 35 home runs. Luciano's presence in Sacramento will allow fans to see his speed and hitting abilities more clearly, and he is one step closer to reaching the big leagues as a Giant.