Belt, Posey and Crawford on rehab in Sac? No it’s SF Giants lineup

Heading into the All-Star break, the SF Giants are leaking oil as far as their health. But this could all turn out to be a blessing in disguise if the team heads into the stretch run with everyone back.

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It’s not as if the SF Giants have a choice. The health of the team has caused Bruce Bochy to mix and match like never before. His penchant for making the right decisions will continue to be tested while Hunter Pence, Joe Panik, Matt Duffy, Denard Span, Gregor Blanco, and key bench pieces continue to heal.

Aside from the obvious problems that injuries provide a team, which the loss of Pence last year showed, the reliability of the minor league system becomes a real factor in holding things together.

Last year they did not have the depth, this year they brought in plenty of experienced pieces to hold down the fort.

Veterans like Conor Gillaspie, Ruben Tejada and Grant Green have an approach on the field that garners confidence that the right play will typically be made.

Without these players, the team would be relying on a handful of youngsters who the team needs to still develop in the minors.

Jarrett Parker and Mac Williamson have shown the ability to learn from their bad plate appearances, and move forward. This experience for them is invaluable since they are both on the bubble when it comes to a full-time slot next season.

Here is today’s lineup:

Looking for a solid outing by Albert Suarez.

Go Giants!!