The end of a very tall era. In a cruel twist for all who enjoy wordplay, the tallest player in MLB history is no longer a member of the San Francisco Giants.
Giants call up some fresh arms. Hayden Birdsong’s historically bad start last night compelled the San Francisco Giants to demote him after the game, and while the move had actually been predictable for a few weeks now — he had a 6.51 ERA / 6.38 FIP in his 6 starts prior — it’s still some bad news for both the player and the team.
The San Francisco Giants made a roster move on Friday, tweaking their pitching staff as they open a weekend set against the Chicago White Sox. Right-hander Sean Hjelle was optioned to Triple-A Sacramento, clearing space for a new addition from the farm system.
After San Francisco Giants pitcher Sean Hjelle was accused by his wife of abuse on social media, the league has launched an investigation into the claims.
San Francisco Giants manager Bob Melvin said club officials have talked to Major League Baseball about allegations of abuse made by the wife of pitcher Sean Hjelle.
The San Francisco Giants released a statement regarding the allegations made toward one of their relief pitchers this weekend. Caroline Hjelle, the wife of pitcher Sean Hjelle, released a TikTok on Friday that made some serious accusations against her husband.
They just got a lot taller. Suddenly, the moves are starting to flow. After a quiet first few weeks of the season, the San Francisco Giants are starting to use the transaction page a little more liberally.
So long, Sweet Slenderman. The beat writers are out at Sutter Field ahead of today’s exhibition game between the San Francisco Giants and the Sacramento River Cats, and they’ve got news.
Not ready for this Hjelle 2024 stats: 58 G, 80.2 IP, 3.90 ERA (3.54 xERA), 8.37 K/9, 1.56 BB/9, 1.21 WHIP, 59% GB% I ended Sean Hjelle’s 2023 player review skeptical.
The San Francisco Giants have had a long list of pitchers come up and make their debut over the past couple of years. Kyle Harrison, Mason Black and Keaton Winn are pitchers that debuted in the last two seasons who fans were excited about, but have had their ups and downs.
Height isn't as much of an emphasis in baseball as it is in other sports. This makes it more obvious when a player of taller stature is on the diamond.