Giants' Devers returns, Eldridge pushes for roster spot

San Francisco manager discusses importance of next two weeks for outfielder Bryce Eldridge

Published on Mar. 9, 2026

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The San Francisco Giants have welcomed back third baseman Rafael Devers to the lineup, while manager Tony Vitello emphasized the significance of the next two weeks for outfielder Bryce Eldridge's bid to earn an Opening Day roster spot.

Why it matters

Devers' return provides a boost to the Giants' offense, while Eldridge's performance over the next two weeks could determine whether he breaks camp with the major league club or starts the season in the minors.

The details

Devers, who had been sidelined with a hamstring injury, is back in the Giants' lineup and expected to play a key role as the team prepares for the upcoming season. Meanwhile, Vitello spoke about the importance of the next two weeks for Eldridge, a young outfielder looking to secure a spot on the Giants' Opening Day roster.

  • Devers returned to the Giants' lineup on March 9, 2026.

The players

Rafael Devers

A third baseman for the San Francisco Giants who had been sidelined with a hamstring injury.

Bryce Eldridge

A young outfielder for the San Francisco Giants who is pushing to earn a spot on the team's Opening Day roster.

Tony Vitello

The manager of the San Francisco Giants.

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What they’re saying

“The next two weeks are going to be crucial for Bryce. He's really pushing to break camp with us, and we're excited to see what he can do.”

— Tony Vitello, Giants Manager (sfchronicle.com)

What’s next

The Giants will continue to evaluate Eldridge's performance over the next two weeks as they finalize their Opening Day roster.

The takeaway

Devers' return and Eldridge's push for a roster spot highlight the Giants' depth and the competitive nature of their spring training camp as the team prepares for the upcoming season.