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The Mets have signed infielder David Villar to a minor league contract after he elected free agency following his release by the Giants. Villar, 28, has shown promising power in the minors but struggles with strikeouts and contact at the MLB level. His opportunity in the majors with the Mets may depend on injuries to their current infielders.
The San Francisco Giants have placed shortstop Brandon Crawford on the 10-day Injured List and recalled infielder David Villar from AAA Sacramento. With second baseman Thairo Estrada also on the IL, the Giants are facing an infield shortage. Villar, who has struggled this season, will provide support at third and second base. The team has been successful despite injuries, but they will need Villar, Casey Schmitt, or Brett Wisely to step up in order to maintain their performance.
San Francisco Giants infielder Thairo Estrada has been placed on the 10-day injured list due to left wrist inflammation. Estrada, who was hitting .301 with 13 stolen bases, will miss at least the upcoming six-game homestand. The Giants have recalled infielder David Villar to replace Estrada on the roster.
San Francisco Giants infielder Thairo Estrada has been placed on the 10-day injured list due to a left wrist sprain. The injury occurred during a swing in Wednesday's game against the Twins. An MRI revealed inflammation but no structural damage. Estrada has been a key player for the Giants this season, hitting .301/.345/.466 with six homers and stealing 13 of 16 bases. Infielder David Villar has been recalled from Triple-A to take Estrada's place on the roster.
The San Francisco Giants have placed second baseman Thairo Estrada on the 10-day injured list due to a left wrist sprain. Infielder David Villar has been recalled from Triple-A Sacramento as the corresponding move. Estrada has been one of the Giants' best hitters this season, hitting .301/.345/.466 with six home runs, 17 RBI and 13 stolen bases in 193 at-bats. Villar, who began the season as the starting third baseman, struggled at the plate and was sent down to Triple-A earlier this month.
The San Francisco Giants have activated Brandon Crawford from the injured list and optioned David Villar to Triple-A Sacramento. Luke Jackson is also beginning his rehab assignment. The Giants are walking a tightrope between rebuilding and developing, and Crawford's return will test his abilities as a 36-year-old middle infielder. The bullpen is still shaky, and the rotation is looking shaky due to Anthony DeSclafani's toe issue.