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Wenceel Pérez provides Detroit Tigers something they don't have without him
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The Detroit Tigers expected Wenceel Pérez to be their primary center fielder, relying on him for stability while waiting for fellow outfielders Parker Meadows and Matt Vierling to return from their injuries. That was the plan — until the final game of the Grapefruit League schedule in spring training, when Pérez reported a back injury. As his teammates boarded a plane, he had to stay behind at the Tigers' facility in Lakeland, Florida. Advertisement "It was tough because I was trying to get through it," said Pérez, who has dealt with the same lower back injury multiple in his professional career, beginning in 2022. "It was just getting worse and worse and worse." This time, Pérez was sidelined for 65 days. He returned Tuesday, May 27. "I'm so excited to play this game again," Pérez said. SATURDAY'S NOTEBOOK: Tigers' Alex Cobb pitched through 'a lot of discomfort' in first rehab start Detroit Tigers' Wenceel Perez rounds the bases after hitting a solo home run in his first at-bat of the season against the San Francisco Giants during the second inning at Comerica Park on May 27, 2025 in Detroit. In his return game, Pérez — starting in center field and batting sixth — hit a solo home run off All-Star right-hander Logan Webb in the second inning of Tuesday's 3-1 win over the San Francisco Giants at Comerica Park. Advertisement Buy our book: The Epic History of the Tigers More notably, Pérez hit the homer on his first swing of the 2025 season. Webb threw him three sinkers in a row. The first two were inside for balls, but the third one stayed in the strike zone, allowing Pérez — a switch-hitter batting from the left side — to turn on it for a solo home run to right field. It was just the fourth homer allowed by Webb this season, spanning 73⅓ innings in 12 starts. "I was just thinking to be patient," Pérez said. "I was trying to come down a little bit. I was a little bit excited. And then I tried to get a good pitch, and that's what I got. It feels great to be back and help the team out right away." To get to that moment, Pérez had to play six games during a rehab assignment: two games for High-A West Michigan, two games for Low-A Lakeland and two games in Triple-A Toledo. Advertisement He started in West Michigan because the Tigers had the maximum number of players rehabbing in Toledo, transferred to Lakeland due to weather issues in Toledo and completed his rehab with a normal stint in Toledo. "That was not a vacation," Pérez said. Pérez, 25, is hitting .308 (4-for-13) in four games since his return to the Tigers. His switch-hit ability — the Tigers' lone switch-hitter — provides flexibility in the batting order, as well as allowing rest days for left-handed hitters Riley Greene, Kerry Carpenter and Zach McKinstry. He performs significantly better as a left-handed hitter against right-handed pitchers, but still provides competitive plate appearances from the right side. Advertisement Pérez took over as the Tigers' primary center fielder upon his return, but only until Meadows returns from the injured list, which seems likely to happen Monday, June 2. "So proud for the kid," manager A.J. Hinch said. "He put in a ton of work. Injuries are hard on everybody, but think about the last game of spring training, and we're getting on the plane to go to the exhibition game, and he's got to report that he's not feeling great. That's a crushing blow anytime during the spring, but that's like the most exciting day of the year at that point." HERE'S AN IDEA: Can Wenceel Pérez become super utility player? Here's what Tigers think Two months later, Pérez rejoined the Tigers with the same joy he has always had. He laughed with teammates in the clubhouse, smiled in pregame warmups, bounced around in the outfield and showed no fear in the batter's box. Advertisement Pérez also made an immediate impact with his first swing. "The team is doing great," Pérez said. "It wasn't good for me (to be on the injured list), but it made me stronger to come back again and play good again." Contact Evan Petzold at epetzold@ or follow him @EvanPetzold. Order your copy of 'Roar of 125: The Epic History of the Detroit Tigers!' by the Free Press at Listen to our weekly Tigers show "Days of Roar" every Monday afternoon on Apple, Spotify or wherever you listen to podcasts. And catch all of our podcasts and daily voice briefing at This article originally appeared on Detroit Free Press: Wenceel Pérez provides Detroit Tigers something they don't have
New York Times
7 hours ago
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- New York Times
How to watch the San Francisco Giants in 2025: Schedule, broadcast info and blackout rules
This year's San Francisco Giants look competitive and compelling. Heliot Ramos and Mike Yastrzemski have both splashed balls into McCovey Cove in the last year, while Matt Chapman, Jung Hoo Lee and Wilmer Flores tout respectable power. Pitchers Logan Webb and Robbie Ray are holding things down atop the starting rotation, and fan engagement is unsurprisingly strong: Nothing like it, indeed. But keeping up with nightly broadcasts in 2025 is needlessly difficult and overly complicated — from streaming restrictions and channel rotations to blackout rules within the local market. Here's our best effort to make sense of it all, specifically for Giants fans. Make sure you're following the team and the MLB for updates in your feed. Staff writer Grant Brisbee is our San Fran beat writer, offering consistent roundups and takeaways from each series. Advertisement Fubo is a cable-cutting streaming platform that offers local and national channels, along with add-on sports packages. Any game on NBC Sports Bay Area, KNTV, ESPN, Fox, or MLB Network can be streamed here (more information on these networks is available below). TBS games cannot. What you need to watch these games: The 'pro' plan starts at $84.99 per month, with an additional charge for 4K Ultra HD. For more baseball, there is the add-on, which streams every out-of-market game for $29.99 a month, and the 'sports lite' package (with MLB Network) for $9.99 a month. The core broadcasters, Mike Krukow, Duane Kuiper, Dave Flemming and Jon Miller, each signed a multi-year extension this spring. Miller is best known for his work on ESPN games until 2010, and he is a current member of the Radio Hall of Fame. When it comes to TV, though, it's about the two Ks: Krukow and Kuiper. Krukow is a three-time California Sportscaster of the Year and won 20 games for San Francisco in 1986. His visage is featured at Oracle Park as part of the Giants Wall of Fame. Kuiper is in his 32nd consecutive season with NBC Sports Bay Area. A left-handed second baseman, Kuiper played the final four seasons of his pro career with SF. Reliever Javier López, who won three World Series rings with the franchise, does select road games. He's joined by postseason hero Hunter Pence, who is a natural in color commentary and analysis. What you need to watch these games: Fubo, DirecTV Stream (starting $80-90 monthly), YouTube TV (starting at $82.99/month) What you need to watch these games: A carrier in your territory that has NBC Sports Bay Area, like any of the following — Additionally, select games are available over-the-air on KNTV, the NBC sister station, which can be found on channel 11. All Giants fans are encouraged — well, don't be like Robert De Niro in 'The Fan' (1996). Even with the team's deep local roots and massive media market, a significant number of viewers are tuning in from beyond San Francisco's designated territory. The package has these out-of-towners covered, with every regular-season inning from across the league (excluding national and in-market regional games). It costs $149.99 annually. Fubo offers the add-on for $29.99 a month. Advertisement Meanwhile, MLB Network airs almost 300 local broadcasts for national audiences, so you can catch some Giants games there. MLB Network also offers 26 unique, produced-in-house 'showcase' games that are not subject to local blackouts. What you need to watch these games: MLB Network for select games / for all of them The league has partnered with ESPN since 1990; that ends this fall. Yup, the purveyors of the iconic music are indeed opting out of their remaining baseball broadcasts. For this season, you'll still find select primetime matchups here. Jon Sciambi (play-by-play for the Cubs) and Karl Ravech are usually on the mic, alongside five-time World Series winner David Cone and well-traveled utility hitter Eduardo Pérez. Generational baseball narrator Joe Buck returned to the booth for a memorable Opening Day affair, but he's sticking with football now. For ESPN, think Sundays, especially 'Sunday Night Baseball.' Giants games on ESPN: Fox is where you'll hear Joe Davis (voice of the Dodgers, jeer as you wish), Jason Benetti (Tigers) or Adam Amin (the NBA's Chicago Bulls) on the call. Retired Silver Slugger catcher A.J. Pierzynski, playoff bellwether Adam Wainwright, 1992 Rookie of the Year Eric Karros and Dontrelle Willis (aka the D-Train!) rotate in the booth. Three Hall-of-Famers are on this network. The studio pregame features Derek Jeter and David Ortiz, while John Smoltz does color commentary. The Athletic's Ken Rosenthal can be seen reporting from the field, too. Fox usually has a Saturday spot. Giants games on Fox/FS1: TBS has the Tuesday action, with Brian Anderson (Brewers) and Ron Darling (Mets) as the mainstays. The pre- and post-game shows are stacked with 2007 NL MVP Jimmy Rollins, three-time All-Star Curtis Granderson and all-time great hurler Pedro Martínez. TBS games can also be streamed on Max. The playoff broadcasts add decorated and beloved former Giants manager Dusty Baker. Bob Costas was on the mic before his retirement last fall. Advertisement Giants games on TBS: none scheduled The purple metropolis now has 'MLB Sunday Leadoff' games free from blackout restrictions. Giants games on Roku: Like with Roku, you can stream more baseball games from your smart TV. Unlike Roku, the Apple TV+ games are regionally blacked out. Alex Faust (also of NHL and Jeopardy fame) is on these calls, as is Wayne Randazzo (Angels). Giants games on Apple TV+: none scheduled For national MLB games in general, think: Streaming and betting/odds links in this article are provided by partners of The Athletic. Restrictions may apply. The Athletic maintains full editorial independence. Partners have no control over or input into the reporting or editing process and do not review stories before publication. (Photo by Smith Collection / Gado / Getty Images)
USA Today
7 hours ago
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Jung Hoo Lee Player Props: June 2, Giants vs. Padres
Jung Hoo Lee Player Props: June 2, Giants vs. Padres Jung Hoo Lee and the San Francisco Giants will face Stephen Kolek and the San Diego Padres on Monday at 9:45 p.m. ET on NBCS-BA and SDPA. Lee had two hits in his last game, going 2 for 5. Find odds, stats, and more below to make your Jung Hoo Lee player prop bets. Lee is batting .277 with 14 doubles, two triples, six home runs and 15 walks. Among all batters in MLB, Lee's home run total ranks 112th and his RBI tally ranks 50th. Watch tonight's Giants game on Fubo! Jung Hoo Lee Prop Bets and Odds Hits Prop: 1.5 hits (Over odds: +170) 1.5 hits (Over odds: +170) Home Runs Prop: 0.5 home runs (Over odds: +1050) 0.5 home runs (Over odds: +1050) RBI Prop: 0.5 RBI (Over odds: +190) 0.5 RBI (Over odds: +190) Runs Prop: 0.5 runs (Over odds: +125) 0.5 runs (Over odds: +125) Total Bases Prop: 1.5 total bases (Over odds: +105) 1.5 total bases (Over odds: +105) Stolen Bases Prop: 0.5 stolen bases (Over odds: +950) How to Watch San Francisco Giants vs. San Diego Padres Matchup: San Francisco Giants vs. San Diego Padres San Francisco Giants vs. San Diego Padres Time: 9:45 p.m. ET 9:45 p.m. ET Date: Monday, June 2, 2025 Monday, June 2, 2025 TV Channel: NBCS-BA and SDPA NBCS-BA and SDPA Live Stream: Fubo (Watch now! - Regional restrictions may apply) Jung Hoo Lee vs. Stephen Kolek In his career against Stephen Kolek, Lee is 0 for 1. Last year against Stephen Kolek, Lee was 0 for 1 at the plate. Jung Hoo Lee prop bet insights Lee has a hit in 75.4% of his games this year (43 of 57), with at least two hits in 15 of those contests (26.3%). He has gone yard in 8.8% of his games this season (57 contests), going deep in 2.5% of his trips to the dish. Lee has scored a run in 40.4% of his 57 games this season, with more than one run scored in 15.8% of them (nine). He has produced a run in 20 of 57 games this season, with multiple RBI in six of them. He has also produced three or more of his team's runs in four contests. Lee has struck out in 22 of 57 games this season, with multiple strikeouts in four of them. MLB odds courtesy of BetMGM Sportsbook. Odds updated Monday at 1:25 p.m. ET. For a full list of sports betting odds, access USA TODAY Sports Betting Scores Odds Hub. Jung Hoo Lee stats against the Padres Padres starter: Stephen Kolek
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7 hours ago
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Luis Sangel Arráez Player Props: June 2, Padres vs. Giants
Luis Sangel Arráez Player Props: June 2, Padres vs. Giants After he strung together two hits in his most recent game (going 2 for 4 with a double and an RBI), Luis Sangel Arraez and the San Diego Padres will see Logan Webb starting for the San Francisco Giants on Monday at 9:45 p.m. ET on NBCS-BA and SDPA. Find odds, stats, and more below to make your Luis Sangel Arráez player prop bets. Luis Arraez has 11 doubles, three triples, three home runs and 10 walks while hitting .289. Watch tonight's Padres game on Fubo! Luis Sangel Arráez Prop Bets and Odds Hits Prop: 1.5 hits (Over odds: +160) 1.5 hits (Over odds: +160) Home Runs Prop: 0.5 home runs (Over odds: +1450) 0.5 home runs (Over odds: +1450) RBI Prop: 0.5 RBI (Over odds: +220) 0.5 RBI (Over odds: +220) Runs Prop: 0.5 runs (Over odds: +130) 0.5 runs (Over odds: +130) Total Bases Prop: 1.5 total bases (Over odds: +105) 1.5 total bases (Over odds: +105) Stolen Bases Prop: 0.5 stolen bases (Over odds: +1150) How to Watch San Diego Padres vs. San Francisco Giants Matchup: San Diego Padres vs. San Francisco Giants San Diego Padres vs. San Francisco Giants Time: 9:45 p.m. ET 9:45 p.m. ET Date: Monday, June 2, 2025 Monday, June 2, 2025 TV Channel: NBCS-BA and SDPA NBCS-BA and SDPA Live Stream: Fubo (Watch now! - Regional restrictions may apply) Luis Sangel Arráez vs. Logan Webb Luis Sangel Arraez is 8 for 13 over his career against Logan Webb. When stepping into the box against Logan Webb this season, Luis Sangel Arraez is 1 for 2. Against Logan Webb last year, Luis Sangel Arraez was 5 for 5. Luis Sangel Arráez prop bet insights Luis Sangel Arraez has tallied a hit 32 times this season in 51 games played (62.7%), including 17 multi-hit games (33.3%). He has hit a long ball in three of 51 games in 2025 (5.9%), which is 1.4% of his trips to the plate. In 35.3% of his 51 games this season, Luis Sangel Arraez has touched home plate (18 times). He's also notched five games with multiple runs in 2025 (9.8%). In 29.4% of his games this season (15 of 51), he has picked up at least one RBI. In four of those games (7.8%) he recorded more than one RBI, while he was responsible for three or more of his team's runs in two contests. Luis Sangel Arraez has gone down on strikes in five of 51 games this year. MLB odds courtesy of BetMGM Sportsbook. Odds updated Monday at 1:25 p.m. ET. For a full list of sports betting odds, access USA TODAY Sports Betting Scores Odds Hub. Luis Sangel Arráez stats against the Giants Giants starter: Logan Webb
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Wilmer Alejandro Flores Player Props: June 2, Giants vs. Padres
Wilmer Alejandro Flores Player Props: June 2, Giants vs. Padres Wilmer Alejandro Flores' San Francisco Giants take on the San Diego Padres on June 2 at 9:45 p.m. ET, and will see starter Stephen Kolek on the hill. Flores had one hit in his most recent game, finishing 1-for-4. Find odds, stats, and more below to make your Wilmer Alejandro Flores player prop bets. Wilmer Flores leads the Giants in home runs (10) and runs batted in (47). Wilmer Flores' home runs rank 37th in MLB and he ranks fifth in RBI in MLB. Watch tonight's Giants game on Fubo! Wilmer Alejandro Flores Prop Bets and Odds Hits Prop: 0.5 hits (Over odds: -208) 0.5 hits (Over odds: -208) Home Runs Prop: 0.5 home runs (Over odds: +900) 0.5 home runs (Over odds: +900) RBI Prop: 0.5 RBI (Over odds: +195) 0.5 RBI (Over odds: +195) Runs Prop: 0.5 runs (Over odds: +155) 0.5 runs (Over odds: +155) Total Bases Prop: 0.5 total bases (Over odds: -208) How to Watch San Francisco Giants vs. San Diego Padres Matchup: San Francisco Giants vs. San Diego Padres San Francisco Giants vs. San Diego Padres Time: 9:45 p.m. ET 9:45 p.m. ET Date: Monday, June 2, 2025 Monday, June 2, 2025 TV Channel: NBCS-BA and SDPA NBCS-BA and SDPA Live Stream: Fubo (Watch now! - Regional restrictions may apply) Wilmer Alejandro Flores vs. Stephen Kolek Over his career versus Stephen Kolek, Wilmer Alejandro Flores is 1 for 1. Against Stephen Kolek last season, Wilmer Alejandro Flores was 1 for 1. Wilmer Alejandro Flores prop bet insights Wilmer Alejandro Flores has a hit in 36 of 58 games this season (62.1%), with multiple hits in 13 of those games (22.4%). He has gone yard in 13.8% of his games this season (58 contests), leaving the ballpark in 4.4% of his chances at the plate. In 34.5% of his games this year (20 of 58), Wilmer Alejandro Flores has scored at least one run, and in three of those games (5.2%) he recorded two or more runs scored. In 46.6% of his games this year (27 of 58), he has tallied at least one RBI. In nine of those games (15.5%) he recorded more than one RBI, while accounting for three or more of his team's runs in four contests. Wilmer Alejandro Flores has gone down on strikes in 30 of 58 games this season, with multiple strikeouts in eight of them. MLB odds courtesy of BetMGM Sportsbook. Odds updated Monday at 1:25 p.m. ET. For a full list of sports betting odds, access USA TODAY Sports Betting Scores Odds Hub. Wilmer Alejandro Flores stats against the Padres Padres starter: Stephen Kolek
