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Giants' Wisely to Miss Saturday's Game

Outfielder to Sit Out Matchup with Chris Sale

San Francisco Giants outfielder Brett Wisely will not be in the lineup for Saturday's game against the Texas Rangers due to a matchup with left-handed pitcher Chris Sale. Wisely, a left-handed hitter, has struggled against Sale in the past, recording only two hits in 10 at-bats. The Giants will likely opt for a right-handed hitter in Wisely's place to try to gain an advantage against the Boston ace.

Wisely, 24, is in his third season with the Giants after being acquired from the Tampa Bay Rays in 2021. He has emerged as a valuable member of the Giants' lineup, hitting .275 with 10 home runs and 30 RBIs in 2023. However, he has struggled against left-handed pitching this season, batting just .200 with no home runs and four RBIs in 50 at-bats.

The Giants are hoping to get Wisely back in the lineup for Sunday's series finale against the Rangers if the matchup is more favorable. They will then face the Chicago White Sox on Monday, who have another tough left-handed pitcher in Carlos Rodón. The Giants will need Wisely to perform well against left-handed pitching if they want to continue their success in 2023.