Giants' Bryce Eldridge Faces Opening Day Roster Question After Rapid Ascent

Giants' top prospect Bryce Eldridge, 21, is a key question mark for the Opening Day lineup, projected for DH/1B. Despite a rapid minor league progression (43 Double-A, 74 Triple-A games), his brief MLB cameo showed struggles (.476 OPS in 37 PAs). San Francisco must weigh his readiness against the need for immediate offensive production, as his ability to contribute will impact the team's winter priorities.