SF Giants Q&A: Jerar Encarnacion’s Future & Farhan Zaidi’s Job Security

The San Francisco Giants made a series of roster moves ahead of Game 1 of a crucial road trip through Cincinnati and Washington D.C. The SF Giants most notably added Jerar Encarnacion to the 40-man roster and major league roster, while also adding newly acquire Mark Canha. The Giants also activated Sean Hjelle off the bereavement list. Derek Hill was designated for assignment and David Villar and Blake Sabol were optioned in corresponding moves. Among the questions asked and answered on today's mailbag edition of Locked On Giants are: Niko: What's the play when Jerar Encarnacion gets called up? Is it Michael Conforto or Mike Yastrzemski that goes to the bench? Optimism level for Encarnacion? Would you consider Farhan Zaidi’s tenure as a success? His last six years have only garnered one playoff appearance but no wild card berths. I understand Farhan was given a terrible situation, but 1/6 years is not acceptable. We as fans deserve better, need a real superstar bat! Will Farhan Zaidi get the boot this offseason? Why would the Giants trade Jorge Soler, man? So much pop, so much swag. That’s a guy we’ve needed. (And yes I’m glad to see him 0-6 so far back in Atlanta.) What’s your prediction for this next road trip? With the Padres and D-backs playing well, we can’t afford to lose much. Do you think we’ll finally play well on the road at this time during the year? If Tyler Fitzgerald doesn’t hold down shortstop and they feel Marco Luciano isn’t the answer either, do they go after Ha-Seong Kim in the offseason? What would you put our chances at a playoff push? Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOSFGiants?sid=YouTube Locked On MLB League-Wide: Every Team, Prospects & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnMLB The best daily San Francisco Giants podcast. Whether the Giants are winning championships or retooling for another title run, Locked On Giants host Ben Kaspick—a lifelong Giants fan and former contributor for RotoGraphs and Beyond the Box Score—breaks down every game, rumor, and transaction in a way that's data-driven and rational but also simple, passionate, and accessible to all. Follow Ben Kaspick on Twitter, where he’ll be sharing the latest news about the San Francisco Giants and talking with fans. On Twitter: https://twitter.com/BenKaspick #SFGiants #FirstListen Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Stitch Fix With Stitch Fix, you get a Stylist who understands your style, size and budget—they do all the shopping for you! Now’s the best time to get started at StitchFix.com/MLB and get $20 off your first fix! Must redeem within 7 days of sign up. Offer does not include Kids Fixes. Liquid IV No more thirsty summers when you indulge in hydration with Liquid I.V. Get 20% off your first order of Liquid I.V. when you go to LIQUIDIV.COM and use code MLB at checkout. SupplyHouse SupplyHouse.com is the reliable way to get parts fast. Shop for your next plumbing, h-vac, or electrical job and get fast shipping from coast to coast. Booking.com The right stay can make you a fan of any US city - even your rival’s. Book today on Booking.com on the site or in the Booking.com app! Booking.com, Booking dot YEAH! PrizePicks Go to https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/LOCKEDONMLB and use code lockedonmlb for a first deposit match up to $100! eBay Motors From brakes to exhaust kits and beyond, eBay Motors has over 122 million parts to keep your ride-or-die alive. With all the parts you need at the prices you want, it’s easy to bring home that big win. Keep your ride-or-die alive at EbayMotors.com . Eligible items only. Exclusions apply. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers. Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. FanDuel FanDuel, America’s Number One Sportsbook. As playoffs wind down, the sports stop sporting like we want them to. But this summer, FanDuel is hooking up ALL CUSTOMERS with a boost or a bonus, DAILY! That’s right, there’s something for everyone, every day, all summer long! Visit FANDUEL.COM/LOCKEDON and add a big win to your summer bucket list! FANDUEL DISCLAIMER : 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.