Carson Whisenhunt

Whisenhunt showed improved velocity this spring but allowed 10 earned runs on eight hits and eight walks while striking out 14 across 9.1 innings in four appearances (two starts). The Giants optioned him to Triple-A Sacramento Wednesday.

Fantasy Impact

With Hayden Birdsong (forearm) opening the season on the injured list, Trevor McDonald and Carson Seymour are first in line to fill a rotation spot in San Francisco if one becomes available.

Carson Whisenhunt is expected to begin a rehab assignment with Triple-A Sacramento on Tuesday.

Fantasy Impact

Whisenhunt is scheduled to throw two innings on Tuesday. The San Francisco Giants will see how he recovers after the outing before determining his next steps.

Carson Whisenhunt is expected to begin a rehab assignment with Triple-A Sacramento this week.

Fantasy Impact

After a successful bullpen session, Whisenhunt is expected to begin a minor league rehab assignment this week. He is on track to return before the end of the regular season.

Carson Whisenhunt threw a bullpen session at Oracle Park on Monday.

Fantasy Impact

Whisenhunt has begun throwing bullpen sessions as he works his way back from a back strain. He is scheduled to throw another bullpen or two before advancing to facing live hitters, but all signs point to him returning to the San Francisco Giants before the regular season ends.

Carson Whisenhunt threw off flat ground from a distance of 75 feet on Tuesday.

Fantasy Impact

As he recovers from a back strain, Whisenhunt is expected to continue his throwing progression this week and return before the regular season concludes.