"Lucchesi, 32, was effective for the Giants in a middle relief role last season. He appeared in 38 games and tossed 38 1/3 innings of 3.76 ERA ball. His 18.8% strikeout rate was well below average, but Lucchesi's 7.3% walk rate was strong and his 53% ground-ball rate was excellent."
"Sanmartin's recent MRI revealed a severe hip flexor strain that's expected to sideline him for at least three months. Sanmartin, Erik Miller and were the only left-handed relief options on the Giants' 40-man roster, and Miller has been slowed by a back injury in camp."
"In 433 big league innings between the Padres, Mets and Giants, Lucchesi has a 4.07 ERA with roughly average strikeout, walk and ground-ball rates. He worked primarily as a starter before last year's bullpen success."
The San Francisco Giants brought back left-hander Joey Lucchesi on a minor league contract with $1.55MM guaranteed if he makes the roster and $300K in potential incentives. This signing appears connected to fellow left-hander Reiver Sanmartin suffering a severe hip flexor strain requiring at least three months of recovery. Sanmartin, Erik Miller, and limited left-handed relief options on the Giants' 40-man roster, with Miller also dealing with a back injury. Lucchesi, 32, was effective in middle relief last season with a 3.76 ERA across 38 appearances. He was previously non-tendered by the Giants in November but demonstrated strong control and ground-ball rates during his 2024 stint.
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