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Giants Demote Struggling Reliever Ryan Walker to Triple-A

5/11/2026

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Giants demoted reliever Ryan Walker to Triple-A Sacramento after his fourth straight outing allowing a run.
Walker, a 17-game saver, saw his ERA rise to 6.46.
Manager Tony Vitello said the demotion should restore Walker’s confidence.
Giants, tied for the NL’s worst record at 15-24, added Bryce Eldridge, traded catcher Patrick Bailey to Cleveland, optioned Gregory Santos, activated Sam Hentges, and promoted Dylan Smith (2.13 ERA in nine Triple-A games).

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Giants demoted reliever Ryan Walker to Triple-A Sacramento after his fourth straight outing allowing a run.
Walker, a 17-game saver, saw his ERA rise to 6.46.
Manager Tony Vitello said the demotion should restore Walker’s confidence.
Giants, tied for the NL’s worst record at 15-24, added Bryce Eldridge, traded catcher Patrick Bailey to Cleveland, optioned Gregory Santos, activated Sam Hentges, and promoted Dylan Smith (2.13 ERA in nine Triple-A games).