San Francisco Giants infielder/outfielder Marco Luciano was able to snap his skid on Thursday evening at Triple-A. Entering Thursday's contest, Luciano tallied just four hits over his last 10 contests. During this slow stretch, Luciano did not hit an extra-base hit and held a 4:17 BB:K. However, on Thursday, Luciano was able to go 3-for-4 at the plate with a long ball. He tallied one RBI, scored four times, and held a 2:1 BB:K. Last summer, Luciano received his second look at the major leagues and held a modest .217/.259/.303 line with just five doubles and one round-tripper across 27 games. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his production as he could be in the mix to return to San Francisco later in the season.
Giants Send Marco Luciano, Bryce Eldridge To Minor-League Camp
The San Francisco Giants optioned outfielder Marco Luciano and reassigned infielder Bryce Eldridge to minor-league camp on Wednesday, according to the San Francisco Chronicle's Susan Slusser. Per MLB Pipeline, Eldridge is considered the Giants' top prospect in 2025. Additionally, the Giants optioned right-hander Mason Black (No. 12) and reassigned left-handers Raymond Burgos, Miguel Del Pozo and Ethan Small, and right-handers Kai-Wei Teng and Cole Waites to minor-league camp. After being moved from shortstop to the outfield this spring, the 23-year-old Luciano will open the year at Triple-A Sacramento after going only 2-for-19 in spring training. If he's back in San Fran in 2025, it will likely be in a reserve outfield role. Eldridge, 20, went 2-for-11 with a homer and two RBI in eight spring games. While he's certainly stash-worthy in dynasty leagues, given his age, he definitely could use more minor-league seasoning.
San Francisco Giants manager Bob Melvin said that infielder Marco Luciano will play a corner-outfield spot in spring training. Luciano admitted on Friday that he felt "totally lost" in the batter's box last year and said he wasn't ready mentally for winter ball and wanted to concentrate on getting in shape first and foremost. The team's former top prospect slashed .211/.259/.303 with a .562 OPS, no homers, three RBI and 28 strikeouts in 81 plate appearances over 27 games for the Gigantes last year. It's unclear if the Giants are giving up completely on him being an infielder, but Luciano is now blocked at the 6 by Willy Adames. The 23-year-old's defense at shortstop wasn't all that great, either, so they'll give him a try in the outfield this year and he'll likely open the year at Triple-A Sacramento. Now is a good buy-low opportunity for those in dynasty/keeper leagues.
Tyler Fitzgerald, Marco Luciano Could Move Around In 2025
San Francisco Giants president of baseball operations Buster Posey said that the team is looking for a shortstop this offseason. Tyler Fitzgerald impressed at the 6 in his rookie season, but he can also play multiple positions. Meanwhile, the Giants hope that moving infielder Marco Luciano to the outfield will help him unlock his true potential offensively. If Fitzgerald continues to hit like he did this year, the Giants will find a place for him in their everyday lineup. In 96 games after debuting in 10 games in 2023, Fitzgerald hit a strong .280/.334/.497 with an .831 OPS, 15 home runs, 34 RBI, 17 steals and 53 runs scored. Over a full season, that kind of production will be very attractive in all fantasy leagues. Luciano has struggled defensively up the middle and also hit just .211/.259/.303 with no homers and 28 K's in 76 at-bats in 27 games in 2024.
San Francisco Giants infielder Marco Luciano has been recalled from Triple-A ahead of Tuesday's game against the Arizona Diamondbacks. The 22-year-old former top prospect has failed to live up to the hype at the big league level. He's slashing .262/.333/.400 with one RBI in 31 games between the last two seasons on the Giants roster. To be fair, Luciano has only be given a small sample size, so hopefully he'll get more playing time this time around. He'll bat eighth and cover second base versus right-hander Ryne Nelson on Tuesday. Fantasy managers in redraft formats can use a wait-and-see approach with Luciano.
The San Francisco Giants recalled infield prospect Marco Luciano and catcher Blake Sabol from Triple-A Sacramento on Tuesday. The Giants were fully expected to give Luciano another shot in the big leagues after trading outfielder/designated hitter Jorge Soler to the Atlanta Braves on Monday night. Luciano will serve as the DH and bat sixth in Tuesday's contest against the visiting Oakland Athletics and left-hander JP Sears. The Giants' No. 3 prospect, per MLB Pipeline, should see regular playing time the rest of the way in San Fran, making him worth a waiver-wire pickup in deep-mixed leagues for middle-infield depth. The 22-year-old was on fire recently on the farm and went 9-for-24 (.375) with two doubles, a triple and an RBI in 10 games earlier this year in the big leagues. The Dominican infielder is intriguing due to his raw power from the right side of the plate.
San Francisco Giants shortstop prospect Marco Luciano is expected to be called up from Triple-A Sacramento soon now that the trade of outfielder/designated hitter Jorge Soler opened up the DH spot and created more options for manager Bob Melvin. The 22-year-old Luciano had quality plate appearances in a major-league stint in May but couldn't stick as a reliable defensive option at shortstop. Luciano was locked in of late on the farm, posting a .413 on-base percentage while hitting six homers in July. He's walked 18 times and struck out 18 times this month. The Giants also plan to rotate outfielder Michael Conforto and, when healthy, infielder Wilmer Flores (knee) in the DH slot. Luciano had a .986 OPS in 10 games with San Fran earlier this year and is a waiver-wire consideration for those seeking middle-infield depth in deep-mixed leagues.
San Francisco Giants shortstop prospect Marco Luciano continued his power surge for Triple-A Sacramento on Sunday. MLB Pipeline's No. 73 prospect went 2-for-4 with a walk and home run, marking his sixth homer in the last 19 games. For the season, Luciano is now hitting .243 with eight homers and 36 RBI. The 22-year-old suited up at second base in this contest and gaining versatility could help him get more opportunities at the big-league level. Luciano has had an interesting year with getting a cup of coffee with the Giants earlier in the season and dealing with a hamstring injury that has limited his playing time this season. As one of the top prospects at the shortstop position, the Giants would be wise to give Luciano another chance before the season wraps up. For now, his most value is in dynasty leagues.
Marco Luciano Earns Prospect Team Of The Week Honors
San Francisco Giants shortstop prospect Marco Luciano earned MLB.com's Prospect Team of the Week honors after a productive five games for Triple-A Sacramento, including a two-homer game on Saturday. The 22-year-old's hot stretch actually started back on July 2. Since then he's gone 13-for-38 (.342) with four home runs and a 6:7 BB:K in nine games. Luciano was productive in his short time with the Giants earlier this season, going 9-for-24 (.375) with two doubles, a triple, and a 3:5 BB:K in 10 games. MLB's 75th-ranked prospect (Giants No. 3) should get another shot in the majors later this season and is a stash candidate in deeper leagues for managers with an available bench spot.
Marco Luciano Continues Hitting Streak, Goes Deep On Thursday
San Francisco Giants shortstop prospect Marco Luciano went 2-for-5 with a home run on Thursday evening. This was his fourth long ball of the season at Triple-A and second of the month. His two hits also extended his current hitting streak to four games. Luciano struggled at first when he returned to Triple-A on June 11 as he posted a poor .150 AVG in his first 16 games. However, since July 2 he sits with a much-improved .267 AVG. The shortstop is considered one of the top prospects in the San Francisco system and should remain stashed in all keeper and dynasty leagues, as he should return to the major leagues fairly soon.
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