Drew Gilbert was promoted to the major league team from Triple-A Sacramento after Encarnacion was placed on the 10-day injured list. Outfielder Daniel Johnson was also designated for assignment. Gilbert, ranked the No. 13 prospect in the Giants system, debuted in right field. He recorded a .500 average with two doubles in five Triple-A games and expressed confidence in playing multiple outfield positions. Growing up a Twins fan, Gilbert's debut was meaningful as friends and family attended from his home state.
Drew Gilbert was called up to the major league team from Triple-A Sacramento after Encarnacion was placed on the injured list, with Johnson designated for assignment.
Gilbert, a 24-year-old ranked as the No. 13 prospect in the Giants farm system, debuted in right field, saying he can compete well despite adjusting to new parks.
His performance in Triple-A includes a .500 batting average with two doubles and a commitment to being a line drive hitter with some power.
Gilbert, a fan of the Twins growing up, noted the personal significance of his debut as friends and family traveled from Minnesota to watch him play.
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