Bryce Eldridge Optioned to Triple-A in Latest Roster Cuts The San Francisco Giants have optioned top prospect Bryce Eldridge to Triple-A Sacramento in the latest round of spring training cuts, according to Maria Guardado’s social media report. The move joins Tyler Fitzgerald and Grant McCray on the list of players sent down, signaling the team’s finalization of its 2025 roster. The decision underscores a focus on depth and right-handed power, as the Giants prepare for a season featuring a mix of left-handed starting pitchers. Eldridge, who leads the team in plate appearances (49) during the Cactus League season with a .450 slugging percentage, was sent down despite his offensive potential. However, his .225 batting average and 19 strikeouts—nearly double the team’s total—raised concerns. His recent performance, including a 3-for-18 slump with just one extra-base hit, highlighted the gap between his power numbers and batting average. The Giants, prioritizing batting average over raw power in their evaluation, deemed his struggles too significant to keep him in the majors. The team’s strategy for the season includes a heavy reliance on right-handed hitters, a decision influenced by the left-handed pitchers they’ll face. Potential opponents include Max Fried (Yankees), David Petersen and Sean Manaea (Mets), Cristopher Sanchez and Jesus Luzardo (Phillies), Trevor Rogers (Orioles), Andrew Abbott and Nick Lodolo (Reds), Foster Griffin (Nationals), and Braxton Garrett (Marlins). While the Giants face a challenging rotation, the decision to prioritize right-handed bats suggests they are not overcompensating for lefty-heavy matchups. Players like Jerar Encarnacion and Luis Matos have emerged as key depth options. Encarnacion, with a .283 on-base percentage and .#bryce_eldridge #san_francisco_giants #triple_a_sacramento #maria_guardado #spring_training_cuts
