Carson Whisenhunt

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.

The Giants placed LHP Carson Whisenhunt on the 15-day injured list with a back strain.

Fantasy Impact

Whisenhunt will miss some time after suffering the injury over the weekend. He does not have a clear timetable to return.