UPDATE: The San Francisco Giants have placed pitcher Landen Roupp on the 15-day injured list due to left knee inflammation following a harrowing incident during his last start. This critical news comes after Roupp was struck by a line drive from San Diego’s Ramón Laureano in the third inning of Wednesday’s game, which ended in an 8-1 loss for the Giants.
The injury occurred on July 26, 2023, as Roupp reacted to the batted ball, resulting in a bone bruise to his left knee. Giants manager Bob Melvin expressed relief in the aftermath, stating, “Based on what we were seeing, we were kind of holding our breath. I think at least to this point, it’s good news. It’s just a bone bruise, but it’s a pretty good bone bruise. It’s not like he’ll be back in a day or so.”
The urgency surrounding Roupp’s condition is palpable, as the team awaits further evaluations. Melvin indicated that additional medical opinions will be sought, but surgery does not appear to be necessary at this stage. Roupp, 26, has had a solid season, posting a record of 7-7 with a 3.80 ERA and 102 strikeouts in 106.2 innings.
In response to his injury, the Giants have recalled left-hander Carson Whisenhunt from Triple-A Sacramento. Whisenhunt, 24, has made three starts for San Francisco this season, with a record of 1-1 and a 5.02 ERA. His performance in the minors has been strong as well, with a 9-5 record and a 4.37 ERA in 19 starts for Sacramento.
With the Giants facing the Milwaukee Brewers tonight, Roupp’s absence will be felt as the team looks to maintain its competitive edge in the league. Fans and analysts alike will be watching closely for updates on Roupp’s recovery and the impact on the Giants’ pitching roster.
Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story as the Giants navigate this challenging situation. The health and performance of Roupp will be crucial not just for the team’s current season, but for their future prospects as well.
