Giants Activate Heliot Ramos, Designate Buddy Kennedy
MLB Trade Rumors • • sports
Key Points:
- The Giants have activated outfielder Heliot Ramos from the injured list after a successful rehab stint, designating infielder Buddy Kennedy for assignment to clear a 40-man roster spot.
- Ramos, sidelined since May 16 with a right quad strain, hit .346/.452/.577 in Triple-A Sacramento during rehab and is expected to return at full health, potentially shifting to right field.
- Manager Tony Vitello plans to move Ramos to right field, with Casey Schmitt in left and Jung Hoo Lee in center, prioritizing offensive production despite defensive compromises.
- Ramos and Lee have below-average defensive metrics, but Lee leads the Giants with a 129 wRC+ this year, while Schmitt also boasts strong offensive numbers despite limited outfield experience.
- Buddy Kennedy, who struggled offensively in limited Major League appearances, was designated for assignment to make room for Ramos and may clear waivers given his low performance history.
