The San Francisco Giants have placed left-handed pitcher Blake Snell on the 15-day injured list (IL) due to a left adductor strain. The injury, which was retroactive to April 23, is expected to sideline Snell for at least a month, according to the Baseball Prospectus recovery database.
Snell, a two-time Cy Young Award winner, has struggled in his first season with the Giants, posting a 0-3 record with an 11.57 ERA in three starts. His absence is a significant blow to the Giants’ pitching rotation, which is already missing Robbie Ray, Alex Cobb, and Tristan Beck to injuries.
The Giants will now rely on Logan Webb, Kyler Harrison, and others to carry the load in Snell’s absence. The Giants are currently sitting in third place in the NL West, two games behind the first-place Los Angeles Dodgers.
Snell’s injury is a reminder of the fragility of the pitching staff. The Giants have been hit hard by injuries this season, and they will need to find a way to stay healthy if they want to contend for a playoff spot.
