Jonah Cox shows promise despite recent struggles for Giants
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 25, 2026, 12:20 AM
Last updated Sep 25, 2026

Jonah Cox, a standout player for the San Francisco Giants, has captured attention for his recent performance. Following a promising start after adjusting his swing mechanics, he recorded a.329 batting average from August 23 to September 16. However, he has faced challenges recently, striking out 12 times in just 25 plate appearances and hitting.100 in his last week. Despite this, his speed and defense contribute positively to his overall value, sitting at about 1 WAR currently. As the season progresses, it remains to be seen if he can overcome his swing-and-miss tendencies to establish long-term success with the Giants.
- •Cox adjusted his swing on August 23, yielding immediate results.
- •He recorded a.329/.386/.461 slash line over 23 games.
- •Recently, he struck out 48% of the time in his past 25 plate appearances.
- •Cox has a current WAR of about 1, bolstered by his speed and defense.
- •Giants' acquisition of Cox from the Athletics has generated excitement.
- 12:20 AMYahoo Sports — Jonah Cox: or ?
"A star in the field and on the basepaths, but will his bat play long-term?
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