San Francisco Giants
· 2026-06-29
The San Francisco Giants cut Buddy Kennedy, a 5-year MLB player, before their series finale against the Atlanta Braves.
The Giants won the series 3-2, after beating the Braves on June 28.
The Giants announced several roster moves, including designating Kennedy for assignment.
He had been with the Giants for his first season, appearing in seven games.
The Giants also reinstated Heliot Ramos from the 10-day Injured List.
Kennedy was picked in the 5th round of the 2017 MLB Draft and has spent time with several teams.
He has a batting average of .171 with 28 hits, two home runs, and 20 RBIs over 74 career games.
Fans and analysts reacted to the news on social media, with some saying Kennedy never had a chance.
The Giants are currently 13th in the National League with a 35-48 record, on a W2 streak.
The team's standing and recent win will likely impact their upcoming games.
And the Giants will look to build on their recent win.
But the loss of Kennedy may affect their infield.
So the Giants will need to adjust their lineup.
The Giants' next game will be important in determining their season.
The Giants will look to their upcoming games to improve their standing.
They will need to win more games to move up in the National League.
The team's recent win against the Braves was a positive step.
The Giants are looking to turn their season around.