SF Giants leadoff hitters posted a .296 on-base percentage, which was the worst mark in baseball for that spot in the lineup. They already have a primary solution to address this issue in Drew Gilbert.
Around the Foghorn argues that the San Francisco Giants can solve their leadoff problems against right-handed pitchers by utilizing outfielder Drew Gilbert. Giants leadoff hitters registered an MLB-worst .296 on-base percentage in 2026, cycling through more than 15 players in that role without consistent success.
Writer Jeff Young notes that Gilbert slashed .264/.357/.444 with a 10.5 percent walk rate against right-handed pitching in 2026. However, Young emphasizes that the Giants still need to find a platoon partner for Gilbert when facing left-handed starters.
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