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Erik Miller Reinstated From 15-Day Injured List
San Francisco Giants left-handed reliever Erik Miller (back) was reinstated from the 15-day injured list on Saturday. He returned from his rehab assignment and is officially back on the major league roster. He'll be welcomed back with open arms, as he had posted a stellar 1.69 FIP with 13.50 K/9, 4.76 BB/9, 0.00 HR/9, and a 56% ground ball rate prior to his injury. He also projects to be in the mix for the closer role. The Giants have used a committee approach to identify their closer this year, but it's worth noting that Miller had two saves before landing on the IL. We expect to see Miller start to handle some of the high-leverage opportunities that previously belonged to Caleb Kilian (two saves) and Keaton Winn (zero saves).
Source: San Francisco Giants
Source: San Francisco Giants
Caleb Kilian the Current Favorite for Saves in Giants Bullpen
San Francisco Giants right-handed reliever Caleb Kilian is the current favorite for saves in the Gigantes' bullpen after going 1 1/3 scoreless innings with a strikeout in Tuesday's win over the division-rival Los Angeles Dodgers for the second save of his career. Kilian hasn't been perfect so far in May with three runs allowed (two earned) on four hits (one homer) while walking five (one intentional) and striking out three, but he has picked up two saves in his last 5 1/3 innings pitched and has been solid overall in his first season in the Bay Area with a 1.40 ERA (4.50 FIP), 1.09 WHIP, two saves, 19 strikeouts, and 12 walks in 19 1/3 innings pitched. The 28-year-old reliever is rostered in only 9% of Yahoo leagues, so he's widely available for managers desperate for saves. However, Kilian's high walk rate (15.2%) makes him pretty volatile in the short term. Additionally, lefty Erik Miller (back) will return from a stay on the injured list on Saturday, adding competition for saves in San Fran.
Source: Baseball Reference
Source: Baseball Reference
Erik Miller Set to Return to Giants Bullpen on Saturday
San Francisco Giants left-handed reliever Erik Miller's (back) minor-league rehab appearance on Wednesday night went well, and he will be activated from the 15-day injured list when he's eligible to return on Saturday, according to Alex Pavlovic of NBC Sports. Right-hander Caleb Kilian has emerged as the favorite for saves in San Fran of late and has a 1.40 ERA, 1.09 WHIP, two saves, and 19 strikeouts in his 19 1/3 innings pitched so far in 2026, but Miller could also be given some opportunities to earn saves for the Giants now that he's close to rejoining the major-league roster. Before going on the IL with a back ailment, Miller had allowed four earned runs on eight hits while walking six, striking out 17, and picking up his first two career saves in 12 relief appearances. The 28-year-old southpaw threw two scoreless innings with three punchouts in his two rehab outings with Triple-A Sacramento. Fantasy managers scrounging for saves in deeper leagues should consider picking Miller up this weekend. He's currently rostered in only 5% of Yahoo leagues.
Source: NBC Sports Bay Area - Alex Pavlovic
Source: NBC Sports Bay Area - Alex Pavlovic
Erik Miller a Top Stash Option for Saves Off the Waiver Wire?
San Francisco Giants left-hander Erik Miller (back) is currently on the 15-day injured list as he works his way back from a back injury. However, the 28-year-old made his second rehab appearance on Wednesday and appears to be on the verge of rejoining the Giants. Miller was off to a strong start before getting injured, pitching to a 3.18 ERA and 1.24 WHIP with 17 strikeouts and two saves across 11 1/3 innings. The closer situation in San Francisco has been unsettled all year long, and the team recently demoted former closer Ryan Walker to Triple-A. Miller has flashed dominant high-leverage upside and owns a 35.4% strikeout rate so far this season. Upon his return to the big leagues, Miller could emerge as the primary closer in San Francisco. In deeper leagues where he's not already rostered, Miller deserves a look on the waiver wire from fantasy managers.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Caleb Kilian Tallies Second Save, Emerging as Closer to Roster in San Francisco
San Francisco Giants right-hander Caleb Kilian earned his second save of the season on Tuesday, recording four outs with one strikeout in a 6-2 win over the Los Angeles Dodgers. Kilian has now received two save opportunities over his last five appearances and continues to emerge as the leading option for ninth-inning work in San Francisco. The Giants optioned right-hander Ryan Walker to Triple-A Sacramento on Sunday after early-season struggles, opening the door for Kilian to claim the role. The 28-year-old owns a 1.40 ERA and 1.09 WHIP this season and has quickly become one of the Giants' most reliable bullpen arms. Fantasy managers should continue monitoring Kilian as his save opportunities increase.
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com
Giants Looking at Fire Sale This Summer?
The San Francisco Giants are 16-24 through 40 games of the 2026 season and haven't had a winning record since 2021. USA Today's Bob Nightengale reports that the team is one of the five most intriguing teams to watch as the summer trade deadline nears, according to a survey of club executives and scouts. President of baseball operations Buster Posey isn't just going to sit around, and he already made that clear by sending catcher Patrick Bailey to the Cleveland Guardians over the weekend. The Giants "would love" to unload outfielder Jung Hoo Lee ($85 million left on his contract), shortstop Willy Adames ($161 million left), first baseman Rafael Devers ($226.5 million remaining), and third baseman Matt Chapman ($125 million remaining) and "start over." They've also had no choice but to shop lefty Robbie Ray, who will be a free agent after the 2026 season. Some executives think the Giants would listen to offers on righty Logan Webb, too, but that's highly unlikely because he has three years left on a reasonable five-year, $90 million deal. "They've got an old team that's underachieving with a lot of money on their books," one executive said. "They've had to listen on Webb. It makes too much sense."
Source: USA Today - Bob Nightengale
Source: USA Today - Bob Nightengale
Caleb Kilian Emerging as Favorite for Giants Saves Opportunities?
San Francisco Giants right-hander Caleb Kilian could be in line for increased save opportunities after the club optioned struggling reliever Ryan Walker to Triple-A Sacramento on Sunday. Walker opened the season with inconsistent results and was unable to secure the closer role for San Francisco. Kilian has emerged as one of the Giants' most dependable bullpen arms, posting a 1.50 ERA and 1.17 WHIP across 17 appearances. He also earned the first save of his MLB career earlier this season. The Giants have recorded just seven saves through 40 games, leaving the ninth inning unsettled as Kilian's consistency makes him a strong speculative add for fantasy managers searching for saves.
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com
Ryan Walker Optioned to Triple-A
San Francisco Giants right-hander Ryan Walker has been optioned to Triple-A Sacramento, according to Alex Pavlovic of NBC Sports Bay Area. Walker opened 2026 as San Francisco's primary closer, but he's struggled mightily so far this season. Across 15 1/3 innings (16 games), Walker has pitched to a 6.46 ERA and 1.89 WHIP with 14 strikeouts. He was just three for six on save chances and had allowed seven earned runs over his last four outings before being sent down. Walker's struggles to open 2026 were a continuation of his down year in 2025, when he pitched to a 4.11 ERA. San Francisco will now give the 30-year-old a chance to work through his struggles in a lower-pressure environment in the minor leagues. Right-hander Caleb Killian saw the most recent save opportunity for San Francisco and could be taking over the team's ninth-inning role.
Source: NBC Sports Bay Area - Alex Pavlovic
Source: NBC Sports Bay Area - Alex Pavlovic
