MLB Clears Ex-Giants Reliever Sean Hjelle After Abuse Allegations

Former Giants reliever Sean Hjelle has been cleared by MLB following an investigation into allegations of 'abuse' made by his wife, Caroline, in June 2025. The league concluded its inquiry, finding no grounds for disciplinary action. Hjelle, who spent four seasons with the Giants, signed with the Orix Buffaloes in Japan's Nippon Baseball League after a challenging 2025 season in San Francisco, where he posted a 7.80 ERA in 12 appearances before being sent to the minors. He is notable as one of MLB's tallest players at 6 feet 11.