Adames Back for Giants
San Francisco Giants' Willy Adames Returns to Starting Lineup After Back Injury
San Francisco Giants shortstop Willy Adames is back in the starting lineup against the Colorado Rockies after missing three straight games with a lower back injury, according to Mercury News. Manager Tony Vitello said the team will keep a close eye on Adames throughout the game to make sure he stays healthy.
Adames first left a game against the Atlanta Braves with back spasms, forcing the Giants to scramble for cover at shortstop. His return is a welcome sign for a team that had to lean on depth players while he was out, East Bay Times reported.
Back Spasms Force Adames Out for Three Games
Adames hurt his back during a game against the Atlanta Braves, forcing him to leave early. Back spasms can tighten suddenly and make it hard to move freely. The Giants placed him on the sideline for three full games while they waited to see how he would respond to rest and treatment, according to Press Democrat.
Missing three games at shortstop is no small thing. Shortstop is one of the most demanding spots on the field. Every throw, every ground ball, every pivot puts stress on the lower back. The Giants had to find ways to fill that hole while Adames recovered.
Schmitt and Koss Step Up at Shortstop
With Adames out, the Giants turned to Casey Schmitt and Christian Koss to cover shortstop. Schmitt is a super-utility player, meaning he can play many positions around the field. Koss was called up from Triple-A, the top level of the minor leagues, to give the team extra help, Monterey Herald reported.
Calling up a player from Triple-A is a common move when a key player goes down. It gives the big-league team a warm body who can step in right away. Koss got his shot while Adames rested, and now the Giants have more options with both players available.
Vitello Monitors Adames Closely in Return Game
Manager Tony Vitello made clear that Adames' return does not mean the worry is over. Vitello said the team will watch Adames closely as the game goes on. If the back tightens up again, the Giants will not hesitate to pull him, according to Red Bluff Daily News.
Back spasms can come back fast, especially during a game. The Giants will want to see how Adames moves through his first few at-bats and in the field before feeling fully at ease. Getting him back healthy for the long run matters more than one game against Colorado.
Giants Face Rockies With Lineup Getting Healthier
The Giants are glad to have Adames back as they take on the Colorado Rockies. Adames is one of the team's top hitters and defenders. Losing him for even three games puts extra pressure on the rest of the roster, East Bay Times noted.
With Adames back in the lineup, the Giants look more like themselves. The team still has Schmitt and Koss available if needed. For now, all eyes are on how Adames holds up — and whether his back lets him play through a full game.
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