Giants claim right-handed reliever Joel Kuhnel off waivers

The San Francisco Giants claimed right-handed reliever Joel Kuhnel off waivers on September 4, 2026. The 31-year-old veteran has spent parts of six major league seasons with the Cincinnati Reds, Athletics, and Milwaukee Brewers. Kuhnel holds a career 5.58 ERA and has recently dealt with a right shoulder impingement that contributed to his release from the Brewers. The Giants added the pitcher to help address depth issues as several other players currently occupy spots on the 60-day injured list. The organization expects to evaluate Kuhnel’s repertoire, specifically his slider, to determine if his delivery can be adjusted to align with the pitching staff's established standards. He is under team control for the remainder of this season and the following year at the major league minimum salary.

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