Matt Chapman to undergo season‑ending hernia surgery for the Giants

San Francisco Giants third baseman Matt Chapman has been diagnosed with a sports hernia and a core‑muscle tear. After six weeks on the injured list, the 33‑year‑old will travel to Philadelphia for surgery with Dr. William Meyers, a specialist in hernia repairs. The operation is scheduled for Tuesday, ending his 2026 season.

Chapman posted a .235/.324/.368 slash line with seven home runs and a career‑low 95 wRC+ before the injury. He remains under a six‑year, $151 million contract that runs through 2030, with $100 million owed over the final four years. The Giants, sitting at 48‑67, will likely move him to the 60‑day injured list, leaving a sizable infield payroll with limited return.

The surgery aims to restore Chapman’s health for the 2027 season, but his absence caps a disappointing campaign for a team already near the bottom of the league.