Giants call up left-hander Matt Wilkinson for MLB debut
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 4:40 PM
Last updated Aug 17, 2026

The San Francisco Giants have announced the call-up of 23-year-old left-handed pitcher Matt Wilkinson. Wilkinson, who joined the Giants from the Cleveland Guardians in a trade, will make his MLB debut during a series against the Guardians. Despite struggling in AAA with a 5.15 ERA, the Giants are optimistic about Wilkinson's unique pitching style. He relies heavily on a low-velocity fastball, averaging just 89.9 mph. The team plans to make necessary roster adjustments for his activation.
- •Wilkinson previously played for the Guardians before joining the Giants.
- •He has a 5.15 ERA and 43 strikeouts in AAA this season.
- •The Giants are currently 22 games below.500.
- •The team plans to activate Marcelo Mayer alongside Wilkinson.
- •Wilkinson's debut comes as the Giants continue a youth movement.
- 4:40 PMYahoo Sports — Giants to call up left-hander Matt Wilkinson
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