Giants Assign Eddys Leonard to Triple-A Sacramento

Eddys Leonard, a utility player for the Giants, has cleared waivers and been assigned outright to Triple-A Sacramento. This move follows his designation for assignment earlier in the week after making his major league debut.

Leonard, who was signed by the Dodgers in 2017, has spent several years in the minor leagues and was recently selected by the Giants. He played in three games from August 4-8, achieving a single and a double in eight at-bats. His performance in the minors has been notable, with a 125 wRC+ in 321 plate appearances this season.

At 25 years old, Leonard's strong offensive numbers and defensive versatility may present him with further opportunities with the Giants, especially following recent roster changes. His potential to fill a gap in the lineup could increase if current players struggle.