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Giants Activate Jerar Encarnacion to Boost Slumping Lineup

Activated from the 60-day injured list after breaking his left hand, he joins a lineup that has failed to score more than four runs in 15 straight games

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San Diego Padres catcher Elias Díaz, left, forces San Francisco Giants' Willy Adames out at home during the second inning of a baseball game in San Francisco, Monday, June 2, 2025. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu)
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Overview

  • Jerar Encarnacion was activated on June 3 and made his season debut, going 0-for-3 after entering in the sixth inning.
  • Outfielder Luis Matos was optioned to Triple-A Sacramento to clear a roster spot and pursue regular playing time.
  • LaMonte Wade Jr. exited Monday’s game with a contusion on his right hand and is listed as day-to-day, opening the door for Encarnacion at first base.
  • The Giants have scored just 30 runs over their last 14 games and have been shut out three times since May 24.
  • Justin Verlander is scheduled to throw a bullpen session on June 4 as he continues his recovery from a right pectoral strain.