What happened: San Francisco Giants third baseman Matt Chapman is set to undergo an MRI on Wednesday to determine the severity of an abdominal strain and whether an injured-list stint is required. Chapman had already been scheduled to go on paternity leave, with his wife due on July 5 with the couple's first son, Jack. He exited a recent game early after appearing to aggravate the injury on a throw.
Why it matters: The timing compounds a Giants season already dominated by trade speculation, with Chapman among the veterans named as San Francisco weighs a broad sell-off. An injury and potential IL stint could cloud his availability and value ahead of the trade deadline. Losing his production at third base would further thin a lineup that has struggled to score.
By the numbers: The Giants sit at 35-49 on the season, averaging 4.1 runs per game. Chapman's abdominal issue flared in the club's recent series in Arizona, where he was forced out early.
What to watch: Wednesday's MRI results will dictate whether Chapman lands on the injured list, and his upcoming paternity leave around the July 5 due date will sideline him in the near term regardless of the diagnosis.