Giants Claim Pitcher Off Waivers From Diamondbacks
Summary
The San Francisco Giants have added young left-handed pitcher Philip Abner by claiming him off waivers from the Arizona Diamondbacks. Abner will start with the Giants’ Triple-A team and may have a chance to join the main roster later this season.Key Facts
- The Giants claimed pitcher Philip Abner from the Arizona Diamondbacks.
- Abner is a left-handed pitcher, 6-foot-1 tall, and 24 years old.
- The Diamondbacks designated Abner for assignment earlier this week, making him available to other teams.
- Abner played eight games for the Diamondbacks this year with a 0-0 win-loss record and a 6.28 earned run average (ERA).
- He has mostly played in Triple-A, the level just below the major leagues.
- This season in Triple-A Reno, Abner had a 2-1 record, 35 strikeouts, and a 5.01 ERA in 30 games.
- The Giants assigned him to their Triple-A Sacramento team after claiming him.
- The Giants may call up Abner to the major league team before the season ends if he performs well.
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