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Giants' .406 OPS bust drawing interest from MLB and NPB teams in Japan
TL;DR
The San Francisco Giants designated an outfielder for assignment after he recorded a .406 OPS in 35 plate appearances. The player has cleared waivers and is now attracting interest from MLB and NPB teams in Japan.
Key points
- Giants designated an outfielder for assignment
- Player had a .406 OPS in 35 plate appearances
- Player cleared waivers and elected free agency
- Interest from MLB and NPB teams in Japan
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Last week, the San Francisco Giants designated an outfielder for assignment after he began the season with a .406 OPS in 35 trips to the plate.
The 28-year-old cleared waivers and elected free agency after San Francisco's decision.
Today, Francys Romero of BeisbolFR reports that the Dominican Republic native is drawing interest from several Major League and Nippon Professional Baseball clubs in Japan.
"Several MLB teams have shown interest in outfielder Jerar Encarnacion," Romero wrote on X. "There are also three NPB teams interested in the 28-year-old. Encarnacion spent time with the San Francisco Giants from 2024 to 2026 and elected free agency on Sunday."
Encarnacion signed with the Giants in 2024 after he enjoyed an incredible hitting stretch during a 26-game stint with the Mexican League's Guerreros de Oaxaca.
Q&A
Why did the San Francisco Giants designate their outfielder for assignment?
The outfielder was designated for assignment due to a disappointing .406 OPS in 35 plate appearances.
Which teams are interested in the Giants' outfielder?
Several Major League Baseball teams and Nippon Professional Baseball clubs in Japan are showing interest in the outfielder.
What does it mean for a player to clear waivers and elect free agency?
Clearing waivers means no team claimed the player, allowing him to choose free agency, where he can sign with any team.
