Giants Debut Pitcher Tyler Mahle as Lineup Shifts for Yankees Finale

San Francisco brings in new starter Mahle to face Yankees' Will Warren after opening series losses.

Mar. 28, 2026 at 7:55pm

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The San Francisco Giants will start right-hander Tyler Mahle in their series finale against the New York Yankees on Saturday. Mahle, who joined the Giants in the offseason on a one-year deal, is making his debut for the team after an exceptional 2025 season with the Texas Rangers, where he was managed by Giants special advisor Bruce Bochy. The Giants have also adjusted their lineup, with a new leadoff hitter and new spots for Luis Arráez and Willy Adames.

Why it matters

The Giants are looking to snap their season-opening losing streak against the Yankees, who have started the year 2-0. Mahle's debut is an important test for the Giants' revamped pitching staff, while the lineup changes aim to jumpstart an offense that has struggled so far.

The details

Mahle, who missed time in 2025 with right shoulder fatigue, had a 2.18 ERA in 13 starts for the Rangers last season. The Giants are hoping he can provide a boost to their rotation and help them get their first win of the year. The lineup changes see Jung Hoo Lee leading off, with Arráez and Adames moving to new spots in the order.

  • Tyler Mahle is making his Giants debut on March 28, 2026.
  • The Giants and Yankees are playing the final game of their series on March 28, 2026.

The players

Tyler Mahle

A right-handed starting pitcher who joined the Giants on a one-year deal in the offseason after an exceptional 2025 season with the Texas Rangers, where he was managed by Giants special advisor Bruce Bochy.

Will Warren

The right-handed starting pitcher for the New York Yankees, who will face the Giants in the series finale.

Bruce Bochy

The Giants' special advisor who managed Tyler Mahle in 2025 with the Texas Rangers and recommended the Giants look at the oft-injured starter.

Jung Hoo Lee

The Giants' new leadoff hitter for the game against the Yankees.

Luis Arráez

The Giants infielder who has a new spot in the lineup for the game against the Yankees.

Willy Adames

The Giants shortstop who has a new spot in the lineup for the game against the Yankees.

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What’s next

The Giants will look to Mahle's debut to help them get their first win of the season as they continue their series against the Yankees.

The takeaway

The Giants are hoping Mahle's addition to the rotation and their lineup adjustments will provide a spark to help them bounce back from their season-opening losses and compete with the strong Yankees team.