San Francisco Giants hit by multiple injuries as Schmitt sidelined and McDonald faces Tommy John surgery
The San Francisco Giants placed infielder Casey Schmitt on the 10‑day injured list after he suffered a torn meniscus in his left knee during a 3‑0 win over the Milwaukee Brewers. With Schmitt unavailable, the club promoted utility infielder Osleivis Basabe from Triple‑A Sacramento to fill the roster spot.
Pitcher Trevor McDonald was announced to undergo Tommy John surgery for a moderate UCL sprain, a procedure that will likely keep him out for the entire 2027 season. Additionally, outfielder Harrison Bader aggravated a pre‑existing foot injury in a scooter accident, prompting an MRI to assess the damage.
At the time of these setbacks the Giants held a 45‑61 record, fourth in the National League West and 22 games behind the Los Angeles Dodgers, underscoring the challenges the team faces as the trade deadline approaches.
Entities: Casey Schmitt · Harrison Bader · Los Angeles Dodgers · Major League Baseball · Milwaukee Brewers · Osleivis Basabe · San Francisco Giants · Tony Vitello · Trevor McDonald
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What the coverage asserts, and how well corroborated each claim is across sources.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Jung Hoo Lee is dealing with right elbow soreness and Trevor McDonald has a UCL sprain.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Osleivis Basabe was recalled from Triple‑A Sacramento to replace Casey Schmitt.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Harrison Bader has been on the injured list since late May due to plantar fasciitis.
- [● 3 SOURCES] Casey Schmitt suffered a left‑knee meniscus tear and was placed on the 10‑day injured list.
- [● 2 SOURCES] Harrison Bader injured his left foot in a scooter crash and will undergo an MRI. (Giants injury update)
- [● 4 SOURCES] The Giants' record was 45‑61, fourth in the NL West, 22 games behind the Los Angeles Dodgers. (all belongs=true articles mentioning the record)
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Jung Hoo Lee is dealing with right‑elbow soreness. (Giants injury list)
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Osleivis Basabe was recalled from Triple‑A Sacramento to the Giants roster. (Giants roster move)
- [● 3 SOURCES] Trevor McDonald will undergo Tommy John surgery and miss the 2027 season. (Fact)
- [● 3 SOURCES] Casey Schmitt was placed on the 10‑day injured list with a left‑knee meniscus tear. (Giants injury updates)
- [● 4 SOURCES] The Giants promoted infielder Osleivis Basabe from Triple‑A Sacramento to the active roster. (All four articles)
- [● 4 SOURCES] The injury occurred during the Giants’ 3‑0 win over the Milwaukee Brewers on July 27, 2026. (Game reports and team statements.)