San Francisco Giants SP Adrian Houser Struggles in Early Outings

Veteran pitcher has allowed nine runs over first three starts of 2026 season

Apr. 18, 2026 at 9:26pm

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San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Adrian Houser has gotten off to a rough start in the 2026 MLB season, allowing nine runs over his first three outings. Houser, a 33-year-old right-hander, signed a two-year, $22 million deal with the Giants in the offseason after splitting the 2025 campaign between the Rays and White Sox.

Why it matters

The Giants are hoping Houser can provide a veteran presence in their starting rotation, but his early struggles have been a concern as the team looks to compete in the NL West. Houser's ability to bounce back and find his form will be crucial for the Giants' playoff aspirations.

The details

In his Giants debut on April 12, Houser allowed three runs (one earned) on seven hits and a walk over 5.1 innings in a loss to the Padres. He followed that up by giving up four runs on five hits and two walks over 4.2 innings in a loss to the Orioles on April 16. Most recently, Houser yielded four runs on nine hits and two walks over six innings in a no-decision against the Phillies on April 24.

  • Houser made his Giants debut on April 12.
  • Houser took the loss against the Orioles on April 16.
  • Houser had a no-decision against the Phillies on April 24.

The players

Adrian Houser

A 33-year-old right-handed starting pitcher who signed a two-year, $22 million contract with the San Francisco Giants in the offseason after splitting the 2025 season between the Rays and White Sox.

San Francisco Giants

The Major League Baseball team that Houser currently plays for, based in San Francisco, California.

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What’s next

Houser is tentatively lined up to make his next start at home versus the Phillies next week, which could set him up for a two-start week.

The takeaway

Houser's early struggles have been a concern for the Giants, who are hoping the veteran can provide stability in their starting rotation. His ability to bounce back and find his form will be crucial as the team looks to compete in the NL West.