The San Francisco Giants have announced their roster for spring training, inviting 19 players to participate in preparation for the upcoming season. Among those invited is former All-Star pitcher Michael Fulmer, who will join a mix of emerging talent and experienced veterans as the team gears up for the 2024 season.
Pitchers and catchers will report to Scottsdale, Arizona, on February 11, 2024, with position players expected to arrive by February 16. Players who will participate in the World Baseball Classic, including ace Logan Webb, can report as early as Monday.
Fulmer, 32, originally drafted in the first round by the Detroit Tigers, made his debut in 2016 and won the American League Rookie of the Year award that same year. He was named an All-Star in 2017. Transitioning to a closer role in 2021, Fulmer saved 14 games, but faced challenges over the past few years due to injuries. He underwent UCL revision surgery, which sidelined him for the entirety of the 2024 season. Last season, he was part of four different organizations, making only three appearances in the Major Leagues.
Alongside Fulmer, the Giants have invited left-hander Nick Margevicius and right-handers Gregory Santos and Caleb Kilian, all of whom bring Major League experience to the mix. This diverse group aims to strengthen the Giants’ bullpen as they prepare for the new season.
Exciting Prospects in the Mix
The list of non-roster invitees also features intriguing prospects, including corner infielder Parks Harber, outfielder Bo Davidson, and right-handed pitcher Will Bednar. Harber, 24, has emerged as a standout player despite being undrafted out of college. Since joining the Yankees as a free agent after the 2024 draft, he has recorded a batting average of .312 with 14 home runs in 102 minor league games. Acquired by the Giants in a trade for Camilo Doval, he showcased his talent in the Arizona Fall League, where he boasted an impressive .383 batting average and a 1.196 OPS.
Davidson, 23, spent last season at both High-A Eugene and Double-A Richmond, hitting a combined .281 with 18 home runs. Despite striking out 119 times in 449 at-bats, he is recognized as one of the franchise’s top outfield prospects. Meanwhile, Bednar, 25, who was drafted 14th overall in 2021, has faced setbacks due to back injuries but made strides by appearing in a career-high 38 games last season.
The Giants have also invited slugging first baseman Jake Holton, a local talent from San Jose. A 10th-round pick by the Tigers in 2019, Holton hit 19 home runs last season at Double-A and has signed as a minor league free agent this winter.
The complete list of non-roster invitees includes a mix of pitchers, catchers, infielders, and outfielders, all vying for a spot on the Major League roster as spring training approaches.
Giants’ Non-Roster Spring Training Invitees
Pitchers (8): RHP Will Bednar (Triple-A), RHP Michael Fulmer (Majors – Cubs), RHP Trent Harris (Triple-A), RHP Caleb Kilian (Triple-A), LHP Nick Margevicius (Triple-A), RHP Wilkin Ramos (Triple-A), LHP Juan Sánchez (Triple-A), RHP Gregory Santos (Majors – Mariners)
Catchers (3): Diego Cartaya (Triple-A), Eric Haase (Majors – Brewers), Logan Porter (Majors — Giants)
Infielders (5): Osleivis Basabe (Triple-A), Nate Furman (Double-A), Buddy Kennedy (Majors — Blue Jays), Parks Harber (High-A), Jake Holton (Double-A)
Outfielders (3): Victor Bericoto (Triple-A), Bo Davidson (Double-A), Jared Oliva (Triple-A)
As the Giants prepare for a challenging season ahead, the blend of experienced players like Fulmer and promising prospects offers a glimpse of the team’s potential and ambition on the field.
