San Francisco Giants designate Buddy Kennedy for assignment before Diamondbacks game
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 1:12 AM
Last updated Aug 28, 2026
The San Francisco Giants have designated Buddy Kennedy for assignment prior to their matchup against the Arizona Diamondbacks on August 28, 2026. This move was made to clear roster space for Bryce Eldridge, who is returning from the bereavement list. The decision follows Kennedy's five-year tenure in Major League Baseball. The Giants will now focus on their upcoming four-game series against the Diamondbacks, beginning at 6:45 p.m. PDT.
- •Giants cut Buddy Kennedy before facing the Diamondbacks.
- •Bryce Eldridge comes off the bereavement list.
- •Kennedy has five years of MLB experience.
- •Giants start a four-game series against the Diamondbacks tonight.
- 1:12 AMYahoo Sports — San Francisco Giants Cut 5-Year MLB Player Before Diamondbacks Game
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