Giants Face Roster Challenge as Jerar Encarnacion Sidelined by Finger Fracture

The promising slugger's 4-5 week absence disrupts designated hitter plans, with further testing to determine if surgery is required.

Jerar Encarnacion fractured his left ring finger during a spring training game and will miss at least 4-5 weeks, with surgery still a possibility.
Encarnacion had been a standout performer in the offseason and spring training, slashing .302/.309/.548 with a .856 OPS.
Luis Matos and Wilmer Flores are expected to take on more designated hitter at-bats in Encarnacion's absence.
The Giants are considering roster adjustments, with Grant McCray, Jake Lamb, and David Villar among the potential options to fill the gap.
Encarnacion expressed optimism about his recovery, viewing the injury as part of his journey and remaining focused on returning to the field.