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SF Giants Player Review 2026: Harrison Bader hit a fire truck, but not the baseball

SF Giants outfielder Harrison Bader had a rough 2026 for a number of reasons. Let's dive into what a rough year it was for him.

Published: Monday, 5 October 2026 at 7:00 PM
SF Giants Player Review 2026: Harrison Bader hit a fire truck, but not the baseball
Key Things to Know
  • Writer Nick San Miguel reviews Harrison Bader's turbulent 2026 season with the San Francisco Giants.
  • Bader batted just .170 across 30 games while managing hamstring issues and plantar fasciitis.
  • The Giants placed Bader on the restricted list and suspended his pay after he hit a fire truck on a scooter.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Around the Foghorn writer Nick San Miguel reviews Harrison Bader's disappointing 2026 campaign with the San Francisco Giants following his two-year, $20.5 million signing. Bader batted .170 with five home runs in 30 games while struggling with hamstring and foot injuries before an off-field incident derailed his season.

In July, Bader reportedly collided with a fire truck while riding a scooter, leading the Giants to place him on the restricted list and suspend his pay. With internal outfield options available, San Miguel argues Bader faces an uncertain future in San Francisco.

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