Hayden Birdsong - Rejoining rotation TuesdayThe Giants will promote Birdsong from Single-A San Jose to start Tuesday's game against the Nationals in Washington.ImpactThough the Giants sent him to San Jose following his most recent start July 27, the big club had always intended to bring him back when a fifth starter was needed. The Giants' recent trade of Alex Cobb (hip/shoulder) further cements the rookie into the rotation, a distinction Birdsong earned after turning in a 2.97 ERA, 1.22 WHIP and 38:15 K:BB in 30.1 innings through his first six big-league starts. Birdsong projects as a strong source of strikeouts while he's holding down a rotation spot, but a high walk rate could make him less of an asset in the WHIP category while also limiting his ability to work deep into his outings.
AUGUST 5, 2024•ROTOWIRE