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Giants manager Bob Melvin said Justin Verlander was dealing with a pectoral muscle issue that affected his command and velocity in his start against the A’s on Sunday, though the club is optimistic th
SAN FRANCISCO — Ace pitcher Logan Webb took the brunt of the punishment Wednesday as the Giants fell 8-4 to the Kansas City Royals to conclude a nine-game homestand.
Justin Verlander's injury gives San Francisco Giants prospect Carson Whisenhunt a shot at coming to the majors, even if it's slim.
San Francisco Giants manager Bob Melvin said that Justin Verlander was dealing with a little bit of a pectoral muscle issue during his start Sunday, but — like Verlander — he’s optimistic Verlander will make his next start.
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NBC Sports Bay Area on MSNVerlander limited by ‘something physically' as Giants sweep AthleticsGiants pitcher Justin Verlander said he has been dealing with physical limitations after San Francisco's 3-2 win over the Athletics on Sunday.
The Giants are off Thursday, so Verlander can get some extra treatment if he is to start Saturday in Washington, D.C. If he's not ready, there are options. Kyle Harrison is in the bullpen and Jordan Hicks is still stretched out to start if needed.
To close out Rivalry Weekend, it was fitting that the Athletics squared off against Justin Verlander. Yes, he now pitches for the Giants, who remain Northern California counterparts for the A’s in their temporary move to West Sacramento.