Matt Chapman has been placed on the 10-day injured list by the San Francisco Giants due to renewed inflammation in his right hand, an injury first sustained in June. The third baseman’s ongoing discomfort has contributed to his recent struggles at the plate and forced the team to make roster adjustments ahead of their upcoming game against the Tampa Bay Rays.
Roster Moves Bring Landen Roupp Back and Call Up Keaton Winn
The Giants reinstated Landen Roupp from the injured list, with Roupp set to start on Friday after recovering from right elbow inflammation. Meanwhile, right-handed pitcher Keaton Winn was recalled from Triple-A Sacramento, joining the bullpen for the first time this season. Relief pitcher Ryan Walker was placed on the paternity list as part of the roster changes.
Chapman’s Injury History and Recent Performance
Chapman initially injured his right hand on June 8 while diving into first base, resulting in a sprain that sidelined him for nearly a month. This lingering injury appears to have hampered his effectiveness, as Chapman has managed only six hits in 45 at-bats during August, posting a .133 batting average amid a Giants offense struggling across the lineup.
Landen Roupp’s Recovery and Readiness
Roupp’s return follows a stint on the injured list that began on July 25 due to right elbow inflammation. Before the injury, the 26-year-old starter posted a solid 3.11 ERA across 20 starts. He demonstrated progress by allowing just two runs in three innings during a rehab outing with Triple-A Sacramento this past Sunday, signaling readiness to contribute at the major league level once again.
Keaton Winn’s Role and Past Major League Experience
Winn, who has appeared in 21 games for the Giants over the last two seasons, carries a combined 6.08 ERA during that span. His recent recall highlights the Giants’ need for bullpen depth as the team navigates injury setbacks and ongoing performance challenges late in the season.
Implications for the Giants’ Roster and Season Outlook
The Giants’ decision to place Chapman on the injured list and bring back Roupp underscores the ongoing difficulties the team faces, especially with key players dealing with injuries. Chapman’s absence impacts both their infield defense and offensive production, while Roupp’s return offers a much-needed boost to the starting rotation. The team’s management will be watching closely to see if these changes help stabilize performance in the season’s final weeks.
“Matt Chapman went on the IL with right hand inflammation. That’s the hand he hurt in first half. Ryan Walker went on paternity list. Landen Roupp is back and starting tonight and Keaton Winn is up and in the bullpen.” — Alex Pavlovic, NBC Sports Bay Area