Giants DFA Ryan Borucki, Promote Jonah Cox as Reliever Moves Continue

The San Francisco Giants have designated left‑hander Ryan Borucki for assignment and simultaneously promoted outfielder Jonah Cox from Double‑A Richmond, adding another reliever, Tristan Beck, from Triple‑A Sacramento to the major‑league roster [1].

Key takeaways

• The Giants DFA 32‑year‑old reliever Ryan Borucki, who posted a 4.94 ERA in 23.2 innings this season [1].
• Outfielder Jonah Cox, a 24‑year‑old who hit .400 with a .453 OBP in Double‑A, was called up ahead of the game at Colorado Rockies [1].
• Cox was drafted by the Oakland A’s in the sixth round of the 2023 draft and traded to the Giants for Ross Stripling in 2024 [1].
• Reliever Tristan Beck was also promoted from Sacramento, having made only two appearances for San Francisco this year [1].

Roster Shuffle Amid a Losing Streak

Facing a five‑game skid and sitting a half‑game above the National League cellar at 22‑36, the Giants sought immediate depth by promoting Cox directly from Double‑A, bypassing Triple‑A entirely. Cox, who was not invited to spring training, earned his call‑up by posting a .400 batting average, drawing 16 walks and stealing 27 bases in 44 games for Richmond [1]. Manager Tony Vitello did not place Cox in the starting lineup for the upcoming series against the Colorado Rockies.

The move coincided with the promotion of right‑hander Tristan Beck from the Triple‑A Sacramento River Cats, where he had limited exposure this season. Following these additions, the club designated left‑hander Ryan Borucki for assignment. Borucki, 32, had appeared in 23.2 innings for San Francisco, recording a 4.94 ERA [1].

Why it matters

Designating Borucki clears a roster spot, allowing the Giants to add fresh arms and a promising position player as they attempt to halt their slide. Cox’s impressive Double‑A performance suggests the club sees him as a potential immediate contributor, while Beck’s promotion adds depth to a bullpen that has struggled this season. The outcomes of these roster moves will be closely watched as the Giants look to improve their record and climb out of last place in the NL West.