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Giants' Catcher Roberto Perez Out for Season After Shoulder Surgery
sports3 years ago

Giants' Catcher Roberto Perez Out for Season After Shoulder Surgery

San Francisco Giants catcher Roberto Perez will miss the rest of the season after undergoing surgery to repair the rotator cuff in his right shoulder. Perez, who played in just five games before sustaining the injury, was limited to 21 games with the Pirates in 2022 before a torn hamstring required season-ending surgery. With Perez out, Joey Bart and Rule 5 outfielder/catcher Blake Sabol will split time behind the plate for the Giants.

Giants' Catcher Roberto Pérez's Season Ends with Shoulder Surgery.
sports3 years ago

Giants' Catcher Roberto Pérez's Season Ends with Shoulder Surgery.

San Francisco Giants catcher Roberto Pérez will undergo rotator cuff surgery, ending his season. Pérez was signed to a Minor League deal in the offseason and had been a quality player when healthy. The Giants still have a ton of options at catcher, including Joey Bart and Blake Sabol, but losing Pérez is a big bummer as he is a significantly better defensive catcher than anyone in the organization other than Bailey.

Darin Ruf Returns to Giants on Minor League Contract
sports3 years ago

Darin Ruf Returns to Giants on Minor League Contract

The San Francisco Giants have signed Darin Ruf to a minor league contract after he was released by the New York Mets. The Giants also announced that catcher Roberto Perez has been placed on the 60-day Injured List with a right rotator cuff strain, and Austin Wynns had his contract selected from Triple-A Sacramento. Joey Bart has been assigned to Triple-A Sacramento to begin a rehab assignment as he recovers from a lower back strain.

SF Giants make roster moves with injured players and re-signing Darin Ruf.
sports3 years ago

SF Giants make roster moves with injured players and re-signing Darin Ruf.

San Francisco Giants' catcher Roberto Pérez has been placed on the 60-day Injured List due to an injury sustained during Friday's game against the Kansas City Royals. Austin Wynns has been called up to replace him on the active roster. The team has also re-signed Darin Ruf to a Minor League deal for depth. Gary Sánchez, who recently signed a Minor League deal with the Giants, is expected to join the roster once he gets up to speed in AAA.

Roberto Pérez Placed on 60-Day IL, Giants Provide Injury Updates.
sports3 years ago

Roberto Pérez Placed on 60-Day IL, Giants Provide Injury Updates.

The San Francisco Giants have placed catcher Roberto Perez on the 60-day injured list due to a right rotator cuff strain. Austin Wynns has been selected from Triple-A to take his place. The Giants also announced the signing of Darin Ruf to a minor league deal. With Perez's injury, the catching situation for the Giants becomes more uncertain, with Wynns and Rule 5 pick Blake Sabol currently the only catchers on the active roster. Joey Bart is starting a Triple-A rehab assignment and could be returning soon.

SF Giants Catching Depth in Jeopardy with Multiple Injuries.
sports3 years ago

SF Giants Catching Depth in Jeopardy with Multiple Injuries.

San Francisco Giants catcher Joey Bart is expected to begin a rehab assignment soon, while outfielders Mitch Haniger and Austin Slater are not expected to play in the current homestand due to injuries sustained during spring training. Catcher Roberto Pérez exited yesterday's game with a shoulder strain, and his status is currently unknown. Austin Wynns is expected to join the team today as a potential replacement.

Roberto Pérez joins Giants' Opening Day roster as third catcher.
sports3 years ago

Roberto Pérez joins Giants' Opening Day roster as third catcher.

Catcher Roberto Pérez will be on the San Francisco Giants' Opening Day roster after signing a minor league deal. The 34-year-old is known for his defensive skills behind the plate, with the highest Defensive Runs Saved tally among all MLB catchers since his 2014 debut. His batting has been inconsistent, with a career wRC+ of 77. Pérez will join Joey Bart and Rule 5 pick Blake Sabol as catchers on the Giants, with Sabol likely to spend more time in the outfield due to injuries. The Giants will need to make a corresponding move to add Pérez to the 40-man roster.

"Farhan Zaidi Confirms Giants' Internal Roster Choices for Opening Day"
sports3 years ago

"Farhan Zaidi Confirms Giants' Internal Roster Choices for Opening Day"

The San Francisco Giants are shaping up their 26-man roster for the upcoming MLB season, with catcher Roberto Perez and outfielder Bryce Johnson expected to make the team. The Giants are dealing with uncertainty behind the plate, with former top-prospect Joey Bart yet to establish himself as a true regular at the big league level. Outfielder Hunter Bishop will require elbow surgery, while pitcher Alex Cobb is still battling knee soreness and may be placed on the injured list.