Vogt was removed from the lineup for Thursday's game against the Brewers due to illness, John Shea of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.

EDGE Analysis

Vogt was supposed to see his first game action of the spring but will wind up waiting at least one more day. He missed the entirety of the 2018 season due to a shoulder injury but has reportedly been throwing well. He took batting practice and threw Thursday instead of getting into the game.

Vogt (shoulder) will make his Cactus League debut Thursday against the Brewers, Andrew Baggarly of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

The Giants will ease Vogt into action after he missed the entire 2018 season due to a shoulder injury, deploying him as designated hitter in his first game of spring. It's still unclear when the veteran will be cleared to start at catcher. Once fully healthy, Vogt will compete with Aramis Garcia, Cameron Rupp and Rene Rivera for the backup catching gig behind Buster Posey.

Vogt (shoulder) agreed to a minor-league contract with a spring-training invite with the Giants on Monday, Janie McCauley of the Associated Press reports.

EDGE Analysis

Vogt produced solidly above-average batting lines in 2014 and 2015, but age and injuries have since taken their toll. The 34-year-old missed the entirety of last season after undergoing shoulder surgery in May. He reportedly feels good now but has yet to resume throwing from a crouch, so injury questions remain. He'll be battling Aramis Garcia, Cameron Rupp and Rene Rivera for the backup job behind Buster Posey.

Vogt said his shoulder is "feeling incredible," Todd Rosiak of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports.

EDGE Analysis

Vogt missed the entire 2018 campaign due to a shoulder injury that ultimately required surgery in May. The 34-year-old remains unsigned, though he has already expressed his desire to continue playing in 2019. Across parts of six major-league seasons, Vogt owns a career .251/.310/.416 triple-slash.

Vogt (shoulder) said he intends to play in 2019, Chris Cotillo of MassLive.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

A shoulder injury kept Vogt from playing in 2018, but the veteran backstop isn't ready to call it quits just yet. He's apparently throwing from 70 feet and is hoping to be ready for spring training, give or take a month or two. Vogt owns a career .251/.310/.416 slash line across parts of six seasons and is reportedly drawing interest from multiple teams.

Vogt (shoulder) cleared waivers and became a free agent Thursday.

EDGE Analysis

Vogt was forced to miss the entire 2018 campaign following season-ending shoulder surgery in May. After clearing outright waivers, the 34-year-old backstop will search for a new club to make an impact with. His last game action dates back to the 2017 season when he slashed .233/.285/.423 with 12 home runs and 40 RBI across 99 games, as a member of both the Athletics and Brewers.

Vogt (shoulder) is slated to begin catching bullpen sessions for the team's rotation members over the weekend, Adam McCalvy of MLB.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

While the activity amounts to a positive step forward for Vogt, he'll remain out for the season after undergoing the second major shoulder surgery of his career back in May. The backstop isn't expected to receive clearance to begin hitting until November, effectively closing the door on the 33-year-old making a cameo in the playoffs if Milwaukee should make a deep run. Given his advanced age and shaky track record on the health front, Vogt is expected to be non-tendered over the winter and hit free agency.

Vogt will undergo season-ending shoulder surgery this week, Adam McCalvy of MLB.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Vogt has been sidelined for the first two and a half months of the season and recently suffered a setback in his rehab. After meeting with a specialist Tuesday, it was confirmed that the veteran backstop would require major surgery, thus officially ending his season and potentially his big-league career. Manny Pina and Jett Bandy will continue to handle catching duties moving forward.

Vogt suffered damage to his right shoulder capsule and rotator cuff, Tom Haudricourt of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports.

EDGE Analysis

Vogt will get a second opinion on his injuries, but it appears likely that he'll need to undergo surgery. Per Adam McCalvy of MLB.com, Vogt would likely be forced to miss the remainder of the season if he ends up having surgery.

Vogt (shoulder) was moved to the 60-day disabled list Tuesday.

EDGE Analysis

After suffering a setback in a rehab game Saturday, Vogt will be forced to miss more time. Additional information regarding the severity of Vogt's setback should become available soon. With Vogt out, look for Jett Bandy to continue serving as Milwaukee's primary backup option behind the dish.