Giants claim infielder Brett Harris off waivers from Red Sox

The San Francisco Giants claimed infielder Brett Harris off waivers on Thursday following his designation for assignment by the Boston Red Sox. To accommodate the addition on the 40-man roster, the Giants transferred pitcher Keaton Winn from the 15-day injured list to the 60-day injured list. Harris, 28, has split time between the Athletics and Red Sox organizations this season, posting a.293 average at the AAA level. The infielder has struggled to find consistency in the major leagues, carrying a.192 career average across 216 plate appearances. San Francisco has optioned him to Sacramento to provide infield depth for the remainder of the season. The Giants currently carry 54 players on the 40-man roster, necessitating significant moves during the upcoming offseason.

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