Mac Williamson LF FA Sat 7/23/16 1:27 PM
Mac Williamson
LF FA
Williamson is starting in right field and hitting eighth Saturday against the Yankees with righty Ivan Nova on the mound.
EDGE Analysis
It is noteworthy that Williamson is getting the nod with a righty on the mound, as he had previously been typically used when a lefty was on the mound for the opposition. Of course, he has two home runs in his last eight at-bats, so manager Bruce Bochy might just be going with the hot hand. If the Giants don't upgrade their outfield at the trade deadline, Williamson could see the bulk of the starts in right field while Hunter Pence (hamstring) continues his rehab.
Mac Williamson LF FA Thu 7/21/16 3:52 AM
Mac Williamson
LF FA
Williamson went 1-for-3 with a three-run homer and two strikeouts against the Red Sox on Wednesday.
EDGE Analysis
He got the start against Boston lefty Drew Pomeranz and paid off the decision with his fourth-inning blast. Williamson's been able to translate his pop from the minors to the majors, but his last multi-hit game was June 23, so it's no surprise he's hitting a meager .227.
Mac Williamson LF FA Wed 7/20/16 3:07 PM
Mac Williamson
LF FA
Williamson will start in right field and hit sixth for the Giants on Wednesday as they take on the Red Sox.
EDGE Analysis
Williamson, hitting only .200 over his past 10 games, will get his shot against newly-acquired left-hander Drew Pomeranz of the Red Sox. On the season, Williamson is hitting .222 with three home runs in 45 at-bats against left-handed pitching.
Mac Williamson LF FA Wed 7/6/16 3:18 PM
Mac Williamson
LF FA
Williamson was a late addition to the starting lineup Tuesday, filling in for the injured Gregor Blanco (knee). He went 1-for-3 with an RBI and a walk in the loss to Colorado.
EDGE Analysis
Williamson -- who is known for his power -- looked like a defensive wizard in right field Tuesday, saving at least three runs on two separate diving plays. While the defense isn't helping anyone in fantasy, it does help Williamson's stock for seeing more regular playing time if he can prove he is not a liability in the field. Blanco could be healthy enough to play Wednesday, but Williamson should still get the start with a lefty on the bump for the Rockies.
Mac Williamson LF FA Tue 7/5/16 9:36 PM
Mac Williamson
LF FA
Williamson has been added to Tuesday's lineup, Alex Pavlovic of CSN Bay Area reports.
EDGE Analysis
He will man right field and bat eighth against right-hander Tyler Chatwood with Gregor Blanco (knee) scratched from the lineup. Williamson is 4-for-19 with a double and five strikeouts against right-handed pitching so far this season.
Mac Williamson LF FA Sun 7/3/16 3:51 PM
Mac Williamson
LF FA
Williamson went 1-for-2 with a solo-homer in Saturday's 6-5 loss to Arizona.
EDGE Analysis
Williamson got the start with a lefty on the bump and delivered. True to the nature of the platoon he is locked in, he was lifted for Jarrett Parker when the Diamondbacks went to a righty out of the pen. With sporadic playing time, Williamson is only useful in daily formats when he is getting a start.
Mac Williamson LF FA Thu 6/23/16 6:21 PM
Mac Williamson
LF FA
Williamson went 3-for-4 with a solo shot, his second homer of the season, and two RBI Thursday against the Pirates.
EDGE Analysis
Williamson took advantage of his first chance to hit from the three-hole this season. His sixth-inning blast was measured at 446 feet, and propelled the Giants makeshift lineup for their 12th win in 14 games. The three hits were a single-game career high for Williamson, and boosted his average by more than 60 points -- from .182 to .243.
Mac Williamson LF FA Thu 6/23/16 11:16 AM
Mac Williamson
LF FA
Williamson is starting in right field and hitting third Thursday against the Pirates.
EDGE Analysis
Williamson has now hit everywhere except first, second and fifth in the Giants' order this season. He is coming off a game Wednesday where he got on base four times (three via the walk). The Giants are resting several veteran regulars Thursday, so Williamson won't typically hit in this advantageous of a spot in the lineup, but it's clear that manager Bruce Bochy isn't opposed to putting him in a position to drive in runs when the opportunity presents itself.
Mac Williamson LF FA Wed 6/22/16 3:57 PM
Mac Williamson
LF FA
Williamson will start in right field and hit sixth for the Giants as they take on the Pirated Wednesday.
EDGE Analysis
In limited at-bats so far in 2016, Williamson has struggled to adjust to major league pitching. He's hitting just .161 with one home run. He'll face a pitcher in Francisco Liriano Wednesday in which he has never seen. He is a career .143 hitter in 35 at-bats against left-handed pitching.
Mac Williamson LF FA Tue 6/21/16 3:37 PM
Mac Williamson
LF FA
Williamson was recalled by the Giants on Tuesday.
EDGE Analysis
Williamson will rejoin the Giants just one week after being optioned due to the injury to third baseman Matt Duffy (Achilles). The 25-year-old Williamson has struggled to hit big league pitching thus far this season, slashing just .167/.194/.300 with 11 strikeouts in 30 at-bats. He'll primarily add depth to the outfield while he's up with the big league club.