The San Francisco Giants designated infielder-outfielder LaMonte Wade Jr. and catcher Sam Huff for assignment, amidst a struggling season. In response, the team signed Dominic Smith to a one-year contract and selected Daniel Johnson and Andrew Knizner from Triple-A Sacramento, while optioning Christian Koss. Manager Bob Melvin acknowledged Wade’s lack of performance, noting the need for change, and Buster Posey described the decision as difficult, emphasizing the team’s urgent need for improved offense after a stretch of 16 games scoring four or fewer runs.
