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The SF Giants have signed another left-handed pitcher to their organization, reaching a minor league agreement with former Tampa Bay Rays prospect, as noted in the team’s transaction log. It is likely that the deal includes an invitation to spring training, as he participated in the Rays’ camp last spring.
SF Giants add another lefty, sign former Rays prospect to minor league deal
So far, all of the Giants’ efforts in the left-handed pitching market have been focused on minor league free agency. Jimenez joins Ethan Small and Raymond Burgos as left-handed pitchers the Giants have signed to minor league contracts this offseason.
Small and Burgos both spent the 2024 season in the Giants’ organization and are returning, while Jimenez, who originally signed as an international free agent with the Rays from the Dominican Republic, has been with them throughout his career.
The Giants are looking to add depth to their left-handed pitching staff. Currently, their 40-man roster includes only two left-handed relievers: Erik Miller and Taylor Rogers. Manager Bob Melvin often relied on Miller as his main lefty out of the bullpen, while Rogers typically handled lower-leverage situations. They may pursue another southpaw reliever in major league free agency, with players like Scott Alexander or Tim Hill being logical targets.
Jimenez started his career as a starter but has transitioned to the bullpen in recent years. Over six minor league seasons, he has posted a 3.42 ERA, 1.28 WHIP, 9.9 K/9, and a 2.52 SO/W rate. His 2024 season was solid, finishing with a 3.79 ERA and 58 strikeouts against 22 walks in 61.2 innings split between Double-A and Triple-A.
The 23-year-old has allowed four runs in 4.1 innings with Toros del Este in the Dominican Winter League, although winter league performance doesn’t always reflect regular season results.
Standing at 5-foot-11, Jimenez has a loose arm action, allowing his pitches to get in on hitters quickly. He throws a fastball in the low-to-mid 90s, along with a slider and changeup. His slider shows good two-plane movement, while he effectively tunnels his changeup with the fastball.
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