Panik (thumb) returned to the lineup Wednesday, going 2-for-4 in a loss to the Royals.

EDGE Analysis

The Giants' second baseman suffered a minor thumb injury June 8, but he was able to avoid a trip to the disabled list. Wednesday's two-hit performance is a good sign that the ailment won't hinder his ability to swing the bat going forward. A May slump brought Panik's batting average down to .259 on the season, but he has performed better in June, slashing .367/.459/.567 in eight games.