LUIS GONZÁLEZ NEWS

Knocks fourth homer Gonzalez went 1-for-4 with a two-run home run in Saturday's 5-4 win over the Cubs.

Impact Gonzalez had gone 0-for-8 in his previous two games before breaking the slump in his second at-bat Saturday. He took Cubs starter Drew Smyly deep to right field in the fourth inning. Gonzalez is up to four homers, 29 RBI, 24 runs scored and eight stolen bases while slashing .281/.346/.419 through 65 contests. The 26-year-old should have a consistent spot in the lineup against right-handed pitchers while Joc Pederson (concussion) is sidelined.

JULY 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Empty line in return Gonzalez (back) went 0-for-5 in Friday's 4-2 loss to the Cubs.

Impact Gonzalez missed Thursday's game with a back injury, and he wasn't able to do anything in his return to the lineup a day later. With Joc Pederson (concussion) on the injured list, Gonzalez will have less competition for playing time over the next week. The 26-year-old will still need to take advantage of it -- he's gone 7-for-25 (.280) in eight games since the All-Star break, and he's slashing .282/.348/.408 with three home runs, 27 RBI, 23 runs scored and eight stolen bases in 64 contests overall.

JULY 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Batting second Gonzalez (back) is starting in right field and batting second Friday against the Cubs, Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.

Impact Joc Pederson was placed on the concussion injured list Friday, Gonzalez should play pretty regularly in the short term now that he is over the minor back issue. Gonzalez is hitting .238/.333/.310 with zero home runs in 14 games in July.

JULY 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with back issue Gonzalez is out of the lineup Thursday due to a back issue, Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.

Impact Gonzalez had been in the lineup for five consecutive games and six of seven contests since the All-Star break. He's gone 7-for-20 with an RBI and three runs scored in that span but will be forced to the bench for at least one game.

JULY 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

On bench Thursday Gonzalez isn't starting Thursday against the Cubs, Alex Pavlovic of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.

Impact Gonzalez is getting a breather after he went 6-for-17 with a double, two runs, an RBI, two walks and four strikeouts over the last five games. Joc Pederson, Austin Slater and Mike Yastrzemski are starting in the outfield from left to right.

JULY 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Emerges as primary right fielder Gonzalez will start in right field and bat fifth in Wednesday's game against the Diamondbacks, John Shea of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.

Impact The Giants will make room for both Gonzalez and LaMonte Wade in the lineup for the series finale, but the former looks to have eclipsed the latter on the depth chart in right field. Gonzalez will occupy the position for the fifth straight contest, while Wade serves as the Giants' designated hitter after not starting in any of the past six contests. Since the All-Star break, Gonzalez has gone 7-for-17 with two doubles, three walks, two runs and an RBI.

JULY 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Diamondbacks legend Luis Gonzalez criticizes team: 'Don't see the sense of urgency' from players Diamondbacks legend Luis Gonzalez made some pointed remarks about the team during Sunday’s broadcast in San Diego.

JULY 18, 2022 • USATODAY.COM

Luis Gonzalez: 'Don't see the sense of urgency' from Diamondbacks players Diamondbacks legend Luis Gonzalez made some pointed remarks about the team during Sunday’s broadcast in San Diego.

JULY 18, 2022 • AZCENTRAL.COM

Takes seat against lefty Gonzalez is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Brewers, Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.

Impact The lefty-hitting Gonzalez will retreat to the bench with southpaw Aaron Ashby on the bump for Milwaukee, but Gonzalez's playing-time outlook versus right-handers still looks strong. Gonzalez started in four of the past six contests and should continue to see steady work against righties while two key left-handed batters Tommy La Stella (illness) and Brandon Crawford (knee) -- are on the COVID-19 injured list and the 10-day IL, respectively.

JULY 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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JULY 13, 2022 • MLB.COM

Registers eighth steal Gonzalez went 0-for-3 with a walk, an RBI and a stolen base in Monday's 4-3 loss to the Diamondbacks.

Impact Gonzalez was held without a hit for the first time in three games since he returned from a lower-back strain. He was still able to plate the Giants' first run Monday on a fielder's choice. The outfielder also added his eighth steal in 10 attempts this season -- it was his first stolen base since he swiped two bags versus the Pirates on June 18. Gonzalez is slashing .302/.365/.444 with three home runs, 26 RBI and 20 runs scored through 192 plate appearances. He should maintain a regular place in the lineup versus right-handed pitchers going forward.

JULY 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Smacks double in return Gonzalez (back) went 1-for-3 with a double and a walk in Saturday's 3-1 win over the Padres.

Impact Gonzalez missed two weeks with a lower-back strain. The outfielder had cooled off in June, batting (.224) in 19 games before landing on the injured list, but he looked good during his rehab assignment. He's slashing .302/.364/.451 with three home runs, 13 doubles, seven stolen bases, 24 RBI and 20 runs scored through 50 contests this year. Gonzalez was essentially an everyday player prior to his injury, but he'll likely join a rotation of outfielders that includes Mike Yastrzemski, Joc Pederson and LaMonte Wade competing for three spots in the lineup against right-handed pitchers. The lack of a guaranteed place in the lineup limits Gonzalez's fantasy value to deeper formats for now.

JULY 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Back in action Gonzalez (back) was activated from the injured list Saturday and will bat fifth and serve as the designated hitter against the Padres, Evan Webeck of The San Jose Mercury News repo...

Impact Gonzalez has been out for just over two weeks with a strained lower back, but he's ready to go after grabbing four hits (including a pair of homers) in three rehab appearances. He'll be eased back into action as the designated hitter but should be ready to take the field again soon.

JULY 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starting rehab stint Gonzalez (back) reported to Triple-A Sacramento on Wednesday to begin a rehab assignment, Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.

Impact Gonzalez is expected to play about five innings during his first rehab appearance and should continue building up to full games over the next few days. The 26-year-old has been on the shelf with a low-back strain since June 23, so he shouldn't require significant time in the minors to get back up to speed.

JULY 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Takes BP Gonzalez (back) took part in batting practice Sunday but is at least a few more days away from returning from the 10-day injured list, Evan Webeck of The San Jose Mercury News repo...

Impact The Giants have already ruled Gonzalez out for being an option for their three-game series in Arizona that begins Monday, but a return for the four-game weekend set in San Diego remains a possibility. With LaMonte Wade having returned from the IL since Gonzalez was deactivated, the Giants may not have an everyday role in the outfield available for Gonzalez once he's cleared to play again.

JULY 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Resumes baseball activities Gonzalez (back) participated in baseball activities, including hitting off a tee and playing catch Friday, Maria I. Guardado of MLB.com reports.

Impact Gonzalez landed on the injured list last week with a lower-back strain. The 26-year-old outfielder will likely be out at least a few more days while he ramps up his recovery. It's unclear if he'll need a rehab assignment, but his IL stay will extend beyond the minimum 10 days.

JULY 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Lands on injured list Gonzalez was placed on the 10-day injured list with a low-back strain Thursday, retroactive to June 22.

Impact Gonzalez was scratched from Wednesday's lineup due to lower-back tightness, and he underwent an MRI that revealed a strain. It's not yet clear whether Gonzalez will miss more than the minimum of 10 days, but it's possible he'll see a decrease in playing time once healthy since LaMonte Wade (knee) appears to be closing in on a return.

JUNE 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out Thursday, MRI on tap Gonzalez (back) is out of the lineup for Thursday's game against Atlanta, Evan Webeck of The San Jose Mercury News reports.

Impact Gonzalez will take a seat for the second day in a row while he manages lower-back tightness. He'll undergo an MRI, which should help determine the severity of his injury, according to Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle. With Gonzalez on the bench, Austin Slater will pick up a rare start in the outfield against a right-handed starting pitcher (Kyle Wright).

JUNE 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scratched with back tightness Gonzalez was scratched from Wednesday's lineup against Atlanta due to lower-back tightness, Alex Pavlovic of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.

Impact Gonzalez was penciled in to start in right field and bat second, but the injury will instead send him to the bench, breaking a run of 15 straight starts. The severity of the injury remains unclear, so the 26-year-old should be considered day-to-day until more information is available.

JUNE 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Swipes two bags Gonzalez went 2-for-5 with a double, a run, an RBI and two stolen bases in a 7-5 win over the Pirates on Saturday.

Impact The 26-year-old continues with his impressive rookie campaign so far, adding two more hits and stolen bases to his totals. Gonzalez is hitting .306 in 147 at-bats and now has seven sneaky steals on the season. He isn't as fast as some other young players like Vidal Brujan or Jo Adell, but he has shown a willingness to run and an early ability to make good reads on the basepaths. If he continues to hit at his current clip, he should continue to find his way into the lineup and into his fair share of steal opportunities.

JUNE 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Swats leadoff homer Gonzalez went 1-for-3 with a solo home run and a walk in Friday's 2-0 win over the Pirates.

Impact Gonzalez took a high pitch deep to right field for a leadoff homer, and that was ultimately all the Giants needed. While he is only 4-for-15 (.267) in his last four games, all of those hits have gone for extra bases (one homer, three doubles). The 26-year-old outfielder is still slashing .303/.366/.444 with three homers, 22 RBI, 17 runs scored, five stolen bases and 11 doubles across 161 plate appearances. He's now hitting leadoff versus right-handed pitchers while maintaining a near-everyday role in the corner outfield spots.

JUNE 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Swipes fifth bag Gonzalez went 1-for-2 with a walk, an RBI and a stolen base in Saturday's 3-2 win against the Dodgers.

Impact Gonzalez knocked in the Giants' second run with a second-inning single, and he subsequently moved into scoring position by swiping second base. The RBI and theft were each the second of what was been a tough June for the rookie thus far. Through nine games this month, Gonzalez is batting .167 (4-for-24) with no extra-base hits.

JUNE 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Reaches three times, swipes bag Gonzalez went 1-for-3 with two walks and a stolen base Wednesday in a 2-1 extra-inning win over the Rockies.

Impact Gonzalez walked multiple times in a game for the first time this season, and he swiped his fourth bag of the campaign in the eighth inning. His lone hit came in the 10th, when his one-out single led to the game-winning run as a result of an error by Charlie Blackmon. Gonzalez is batting just .176 through 17 at-bats in June, but he still owns a healthy .322/.376/.441 slash line on the season.

JUNE 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Back in action Sunday Gonzalez (lower leg) is starting in left field and hitting fifth Sunday against the Marlins.

Impact He exited Friday's game with a lower-leg contusion and was held out Saturday. Gonzalez is hitting .324 with zero home runs and four doubles over his last 10 games.

JUNE 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Not starting Saturday Gonzalez (lower leg) isn't starting Saturday against the Marlins, Amy Gutierrez of the Giants' official site reports.

Impact Gonzalez was removed from Friday's game against the Marlins due to a lower-leg contusion, but he underwent X-rays that came back negative. The 26-year-old is considered day-to-day for now, but Joc Pederson will shift to right field while Thairo Estrada starts in left Saturday.

JUNE 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE