US EditionSF Giants’ Chapman takes important steps in rehab, could be back before break
- Matt Chapman took significant steps in his rehab for a right hand injury, swinging 20 times off a batting tee and playing catch for the first time since his injury, indicating he is likely 85 percent recovered.
- Manager Bob Melvin stated that it is realistic for Chapman to return before the All-Star Break, as Chapman progressed sooner than expected.
- Casey Schmitt has performed well in Chapman's absence, hitting.415 with four home runs in 12 games, and he is likely to start at second base when Chapman returns.
- The Giants hope Tyler Fitzgerald's time in Triple-A will help him regain confidence after being optioned there for more playing time.
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Marin Independent Journal
SF Giants’ Chapman takes important steps in rehab, could be back before break
SAN FRANCISCO — There’s no guarantee Matt Chapman will return from his right hand injury prior to the All-Star Break, but on Tuesday, the third baseman took two important steps toward coming back before the season’s midway point. Prior to Tuesday’s game against the Miami Marlins, Chapman took 20 swings off of a batting tee and played catch for the first time since landing on the injured list two weeks ago. Manager Bob Melvin said Chapman progres…
Giants’ Matt Chapman might be ahead of schedule in return from hand injury
Chapman (sprained right hand) still eyeing first-half return
SAN FRANCISCO -- With his sprained right hand no longer in a splint, Giants third baseman Matt Chapman has been able to begin ramping up his rehab process this week. Chapman was cleared to throw and took 20 swings off a tee on Tuesday, an encouraging step forward for the
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