McDonald Exit Rattles Giants Plans | San Francisco Giants News

San Francisco Giants News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 21, 2026 · 1m

Giants pitcher Trevor McDonald pulled himself out of his start early after feeling elbow discomfort during a slider, opting to avoid further injury. His outing came on the heels of a rough inning where he surrendered three runs, including a long homer, and struggled with control—walking and hitting two batters. Heat and humidity were cited as factors affecting his grip and effectiveness. At 5.12 ERA with 57 strikeouts and 35 walks, McDonald’s season has been a mixed bag, especially as the Giants use the second half to evaluate players for next year. With his future uncertain, the team isn’t…