JOHN BREBBIA NEWS

Exits with injury Brebbia was removed from Friday's game against the Royals with an apparent injury, LaMond Pope of the Chicago Tribune reports.

Impact Brebbia looked uncomfortable on the mound after fielding a comebacker during the the sixth inning, and he was pulled from the game after throwing a few practice throws in front of trainers. It's not immediately apparent what is bothering the 33-year-old right-hander, but the White Sox should offer an update in the near future.

APRIL 6 • ROTOWIRE

Works in setup role Brebbia allowed two walks while recording one out in Tuesday's win over Atlanta.

Impact Brebbia entered the game in the eighth inning and was tasked with protecting a one-run lead. He retired the first batter he faced before surrendering two free passes, after which he was pulled. Brebbia didn't help himself with the performance, but regardless of the results, his usage suggested he'll serve as the White Sox's primary setup man with Michael Kopech getting the chance to close.

APRIL 3 • ROTOWIRE

Chicago White Sox sign John Brebbia to a 1-year deal to bolster their bullpen depth The Chicago White Sox added to their bullpen depth Saturday, signing right-hander John Brebbia to a one-year deal, a source confirmed to the...

MARCH 15 • BOSTONHERALD.COM

Another live BP coming Friday Brebbia (calf) will face hitters again Friday, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.

Impact Brebbia progressed to facing hitters Wednesday, and the White Sox will have him throw another round of batting practice as he continues working his way back from a right calf strain. The White Sox are still hopeful Brebbia will be available for Opening Day, though pitching coach Ethan Katz said Thursday that the 33-year-old right-hander isn't guaranteed to begin the season with the team.

MARCH 14 • ROTOWIRE

On track for Opening Day Brebbia (calf) threw a successful bullpen session Thursday and is on track to be on the roster for Opening Day, Kyle Williams of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.

Impact Brebbia strained his calf Feb. 22 and Thursday's activity was his first intensive throwing session since. He felt good afterward and is expected to be ready to contribute to start the regular season. The hierarchy of the White Sox's bullpen is currently unclear, though Brebbia is a potential candidate for saves.

MARCH 8 • ROTOWIRE

Brebbia (right calf strain) likely sidelined for a few weeks MESA, Ariz. -- John Brebbia was turning back toward the mound after running in the direction of first base during the middle of his live BP...

FEBRUARY 23 • MLB.COM

Wearing walking boot Brebbia (calf) has been fitted with a walking boot and is getting around on a scooter, Vinnie Duber of AllCHGO.com reports.

Impact Brebbia strained his right calf while walking back to the mound during a live batting practice session Wednesday. While he finished the session and said he feels unaffected while pitching, trainers have told Brebbia it will likely be a few weeks before he's back at full strength. The reliever didn't rule out pitching before then since he's able to throw pain-free, but the White Sox probably aren't going to clear him for games until he's able to field his position at 100 percent. It's looking likely that this is an injured list stint situation, but a clearer timetable should be available in March. Brebbia is in the mix to close games for the White Sox.

FEBRUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Chicago White Sox sign John Brebbia to a 1-year deal to bolster their bullpen depth The Chicago White Sox added to their bullpen depth Saturday, signing right-hander John Brebbia to a one-year deal, a source confirmed to the...

FEBRUARY 17 • BOSTONHERALD.COM

Chicago White Sox sign John Brebbia to a 1-year deal to bolster their bullpen depth The Chicago White Sox added to their bullpen depth Saturday, signing right-hander John Brebbia to a one-year deal, a source confirmed to the...

JANUARY 30 • TWINCITIES.COM

White Sox, pitcher John Brebbia agree to $5.5 million, 1-year contract

Right-hander John Brebbia and the Chicago White Sox finalized a $5.5 million, one-year contract that includes a mutual option for 2025

JANUARY 26 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Reports: White Sox reach 1-year deal with RHP John Brebbia Free-agent reliever John Brebbia agreed to terms with the Chicago White Sox on a one-year contract, multiple media outlets reported Saturday...

JANUARY 20 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

White Sox add righty reliever Brebbia on 1-year deal (source) The White Sox bolstered their bullpen Saturday by agreeing with right-hander John Brebbia on a one-year contract, a source told MLB Network...

JANUARY 20 • MLB.COM

White Sox agree to terms with reliever John Brebbia Former Cardinal, Giant gets one-year deal

JANUARY 20 • SUNTIMES.COM

Luck stays bad in finale Brebbia (3-5) allowed two runs on a hit and a walk while striking out one over one-third of an inning to take the loss Sunday versus the Dodgers.

Impact Kyle Harrison spun five no-hit innings to start the game, but Brebbia quickly put two runners aboard. Taylor Rogers (back) then served up a three-run home run after allowing both of Brebbia's baserunners to score, putting the game out of reach for the Giants' light-hitting offense. All five of Brebbia's losses came over his last five appearances of the season, spoiling what had been a decent campaign for the middle reliever. He ends 2023 with a 3.99 ERA, 1.17 WHIP and 47:14 K:BB while adding six holds and a blown save over 38.1 innings.

OCTOBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

No help from defense Wednesday Brebbia (3-4) took the extra-inning loss Wednesday versus the Padres, allowing three unearned runs on one hit and one walk over one inning.

Impact Brebbia's ugly end to the campaign continued -- he's given up eight runs (four earned) over his last five outings, taking losses in each of the last four. He got two outs to start the 10th inning, but a sacrifice fly brought in a run before an error allowed the Padres to extend their rally. Brebbia is at a 3.55 ERA, 1.13 WHIP and 46:13 K:BB through 38 innings this season. With the Giants having three games left against the Dodgers, Brebbia's struggles are unlikely to go away before the season ends.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Loses again Tuesday Brebbia (3-3) allowed one run on one hit and struck out two over 1.1 innings, taking the loss as the opener Tuesday versus the Padres.

Impact Kyle Harrison (illness) was a late scratch, with Brebbia stepping into his familiar opener role on short notice. Brebbia gave up a solo home run to Juan Soto in the first inning, and that was enough to take the loss as the Giants' offense mustered just six baserunners in the game. The right-hander has faded late in the season, allowing five runs (four earned) over his last four appearances, taking a loss in three of those outings. He's at a 3.65 ERA, 1.11 WHIP and 46:12 K:BB through 37 innings this season.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes loss as opener Brebbia (3-2) allowed a run on a hit and a walk while striking out one over 1.1 innings, taking the loss Saturday versus the Dodgers.

Impact Brebbia surrendered a solo home run to J.D. Martinez in the second inning, and that was ultimately all the Dodgers needed for the win. This was Brebbia's second loss in as many outings, and he's given up four runs (three earned) over his last 2.2 innings. The right-hander is at a 3.53 ERA, 1.12 WHIP and 44:12 K:BB through 35.2 innings across 37 appearances (nine starts). He may see another opening assignment or two before the end of the regular season.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Opening Saturday Brebbia will open Saturday's game against the Dodgers, Alex Pavlovic of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.

Impact Brebbia has been used as an opener often this season, as Saturday will mark his ninth time starting on the mound. Brebbia has given up four runs (three earned) over 5.2 innings since returning from the injured list Sept. 5, and he will presumably stay in the game for an inning or two before turning things over to Ross Stripling.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Handed first loss Brebbia (3-1) allowed a run on one hit and struck out one over two-thirds of an inning to take the loss Thursday versus the Dodgers.

Impact Brebbia relieved starter Kyle Harrison with one out in the sixth inning. Will Smith tagged Brebbia for a triple and J.D. Martinez added a sacrifice fly to put the Dodgers ahead for good. Brebbia has allowed four runs (three earned) over 5.2 innings in September -- he's struggled since returning from a Grade 2 lat strain. The right-hander is at a 3.41 ERA, 1.11 WHIP and 43:11 K:BB with six holds and a blown save over 34.1 innings this year.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Records third win Brebbia (3-0) allowed a hit and struck out one in a scoreless inning to earn the win Friday over the Rockies.

Impact Brebbia kept the Giants within a run in the top of the eighth inning, and they rallied ahead in their half of the frame. This was Brebbia's second outing since returning from a lat strain that landed him on the 60-day injured list -- the right-hander had allowed a solo home run Wednesday versus the Cubs in his first game back. He's at a 3.23 ERA, 1.08 WHIP and 38:10 K:BB through 30.2 innings this season. Brebbia had served as a middle reliever and occasional opener prior to his injury, so it's possible he could get some starting assignments in the coming weeks, though those would be unlikely to see him cover more than an inning or two.

SEPTEMBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Giants reinstate reliever John Brebbia from the 60-day IL and place OF AJ Pollock on waivers

The San Francisco Giants have reinstated reliever John Brebbia from the 60-day injured list

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Giants activate RHP John Brebbia, release OF AJ Pollock The San Francisco Giants received a boost in their fight for a National League wild-card playoff spot when the team activated right-handed r...

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Activated from 60-day IL San Francisco activated Brebbia (lat) from the 60-day injured list Tuesday, Maria I. Guardado of MLB.com reports.

Impact Brebbia made three scoreless minor-league rehab appearances and is now back in the Giants' bullpen ahead of Tuesday night's game against the Cubs. He had been sidelined since June 17 due to a Grade 2 lat strain.

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set for rehab appearance Brebbia (lat) is scheduled to make a rehab appearance Wednesday for Triple-A Sacramento, Alex Pavlovic of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.

Impact Brebbia threw a simulated game Sunday, and he's now set to take another step in the right direction by making a rehab appearance. The right-hander was moved to the 60-day IL on July 31 due to a right lat strain, so he'll likely need a game or two in the minors to get acclimated before the team activates him.

AUGUST 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Tosses sim game Brebbia (lat) faced rehabbing teammate Mike Yastrzemski (hamstring) in a simulated game Sunday, Danny Emerman of KNBR 680 San Francisco reports.

Impact Brebbia hasn't made any rehab appearances since tossing a scoreless inning Tuesday for the Giants' rookie-level Arizona Complex League affiliate, but his ability to complete a simulated game this weekend suggests he hasn't suffered a setback. The Giants haven't yet revealed whether Brebbia will require any additional rehab appearances or simulated games before returning from the 60-day injured list, but in any case, the team may elect to wait until rosters expand to 28 men Sept. 1 before activating the veteran reliever.

AUGUST 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE