Blade Tidwell experienced right-shoulder discomfort after a recent bullpen session and is scheduled for an MRI, potentially delaying his major-league debut. The 24-year-old right-hander had performed well with Triple-A Sacramento and posted strong numbers after making his MLB debut earlier this season with the Mets. The Giants acquired Tidwell in the Tyler Rogers trade and must now evaluate other rotation options. Candidates include Hayden Birdsong, Carson Whisenhunt and Trevor McDonald, each with varying recent results in Triple-A and brief major-league exposure, while the club weighs a prospect promotion.
Tidwell, who is currently pitching for Triple-A Sacramento, experienced discomfort in his right shoulder following a recent bullpen session, according to manager Bob Melvin, and is scheduled to undergo an MRI on Thursday. The 24-year-old right-hander was one of three players that the Giants acquired in the deal that sent reliever Tyler Rogers to the New York Mets, the other two being right-hander Jose Butto and outfielder Drew Gilbert. Tidwell made his major-league debut earlier this season with the Mets and had pitched well upon joining the River Cats.
With Tidwell dealing with his shoulder ailment, it's unclear which starting pitcher is next in line to get an opportunity with San Francisco. Hayden Birdsong, 23, has made four starts with Sacramento since being optioned in late July and is scheduled to start for the River Cats on Wednesday night. Over those four starts, Birdsong allowed nine earned runs over 16 1/3 innings (4.96 ERA) and surrendered five homers while totaling 18 strikeouts to seven walks. Carson Whisenhunt could also be a possibility after making three starts with the Giants (5.02 ERA) before being optioned back to Sacramento.
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