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sports2 years ago

Thairo Estrada's Impact: Energizing Giants, Snapping Slump, and Clean X-rays

Thairo Estrada, second baseman for the San Francisco Giants, delivered a powerful pregame speech to his teammates, urging them to adopt a new mindset and reminding them of their potential to make the playoffs. The message resonated with the frustrated Giants players, who responded with renewed energy and dominated the Atlanta Braves in a crucial win. Estrada's leadership and performance on the field showcased the impact of his words, and the team hopes to carry that same competitive mindset into the remaining games of the season.

sports2 years ago

San Francisco Giants' Thairo Estrada sidelined with hand fracture

The San Francisco Giants have placed second baseman Thairo Estrada on the 10-day injured list after an MRI revealed a fractured bone in his left hand. Estrada, who has been the team's most valuable position player this season, will be evaluated by the Giants' orthopedist to determine the extent of his recovery time. The Giants will likely rely on a platoon of Brett Wisely and Casey Schmitt at second base in Estrada's absence.

sports2 years ago

Giants' Yastrzemski faces unfortunate IL stint.

San Francisco Giants' Mike Yastrzemski has been placed on the injured list for the second time this year due to inflammation in his left hamstring. The move comes at an unfortunate time for Yastrzemski, who had four homers and 11 RBI over his last eight games when he got hurt. To fill the roster spot, the Giants recalled infielder Isan Diaz from Triple-A. Diaz played parts of three seasons with the Miami Marlins, and in Triple-A this year he was 8-for-24 with three homers.

sports2 years ago

"Joc Pederson and Thairo Estrada lead Giants to dominant win over Cubs"

The San Francisco Giants bounced back from two tough losses against the Chicago Cubs with a 13-3 win in the finale, thanks to Joc Pederson and Thairo Estrada's home runs. Pederson hit two homers, including a 2-run shot that broke the 2-2 tie in the 3rd inning. Estrada hit two homers, including a lead-off homer in the 6th and a 2-run homer in the 7th. Brandon Crawford, in his 13th year in the Majors, finally got to take the mound as a big league pitcher and dealt a scoreless 9th to preserve San Francisco's 10-run lead.

sports2 years ago

"Joc Pederson and Thairo Estrada lead Giants to dominant win over Cubs"

Joc Pederson hit two homers, including his 101st Splash Hit, leading the San Francisco Giants to a 13-3 victory over the Chicago Cubs. Thairo Estrada also homered twice, raising his OPS to .843 and solidifying his All-Star resume. The Giants went with their second straight bullpen game, with Ryan Walker bouncing back from a rough outing on Friday to throw three innings and allow just one unearned run. Brandon Crawford got his first pitching appearance in the ninth inning, closing out the game for the Giants.

sports2 years ago

Thairo Estrada lands on 10-day IL with wrist injury, David Villar recalled.

Thairo Estrada, the San Francisco Giants' best hitter and second baseman, has been placed on the 10-day IL due to an inflamed wrist. Although an MRI showed no significant structural damage, he did not pass the range of motion tests. Estrada's absence will be a big loss for the Giants, who are more dependent on his performance than expected. David Villar has been recalled from Triple-A Sacramento as a corresponding move, and Brett Wisely will also be filling in at second base.

sports2 years ago

Thairo Estrada lands on 10-day IL, David Villar recalled by Giants.

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.

sports2 years ago

Giants' Thairo Estrada lands on IL with wrist injury, David Villar recalled from Triple-A.

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.

sports2 years ago

Giants' Yastrzemski replaces injured Pederson on roster.

The San Francisco Giants activated Mike Yastrzemski from the injured list, but lost Joc Pederson to the injured list due to a right hand contusion. Thairo Estrada is making his first career start at designated hitter in place of Pederson. The Giants are comfortable with Yastrzemski going full throttle in center field. Right-hander Luke Jackson is making progress in his rehab and could return by May 29. Darin Ruf, who was recently DFA'd by the Giants, signed with the Milwaukee Brewers.

sports2 years ago

Estrada shines as Brewers and Dodgers battle in series.

Thairo Estrada is becoming a cornerstone player for the San Francisco Giants, hitting .344 and on pace for a 30-30 season. He's hitting fewer ground balls and making elite in-zone contact, but there are red flags in his batting average on balls in play and expected statistics. Despite this, Estrada is a strong player who helps the Giants in several ways and is becoming a breakout player for the team.