Giants Get Casey Schmitt Update After Exiting Starting Lineup

His production has come alongside an expanded defensive role, making him one of the roster's most valuable players.

Drafted in the second round of the 2020 MLB Draft out of San Diego State, Schmitt has appeared at every infield position, left field and designated hitter this season, giving manager Chris Vitello flexibility to adjust the lineup whenever injuries have surfaced. 

That versatility became even more important after Schmitt returned from an oblique strain that sidelined him for about a month earlier this season.

Following his activation in May, he settled into an everyday role and successfully transitioned to left field after Ramos suffered a quad injury, helping stabilize an offense that had been searching for consistency. 

Schmitt entered Sunday swinging the bat well after collecting a hit and scoring a run in Saturday's 5-0 victory over Atlanta. Earlier this month, he also delivered one of his best performances of the season, going three for four with a home run and two doubles against the Miami Marlins. 

San Francisco entered the day with a 34-48 record, sitting fourth in the National League West. Because Schmitt's absence was caused by illness rather than another injury, the Giants are optimistic he can return quickly if his symptoms improve.

Getting their leading home run hitter back in the lineup sooner rather than later would go a long way for a team that needs every advantage it can find right now.