Giants' Willy Adames seeks late September return, improvement in 2027

San Francisco Giants shortstop Willy Adames is considering returning from his elbow injury in late September, depending on his recovery progress. Adames sustained a left elbow sprain in a play at the plate last Sunday in Boston, which has affected both his performance and defense. He has undergone a platelet-rich plasma injection and will be held back from activity for a few days, with a recovery timeline of three to four weeks.

Adames hopes to play in the last week of the season, but only if he is 100% ready. He has also been dealing with back issues throughout the season, which have prevented him from consistently delivering at both the plate and on defense. Adames acknowledges that he needs to make significant improvements in the offseason and is committed to working with his winter coach, Angel Gonzalez, to make the necessary adjustments.

Meanwhile, the Giants are exploring pitching options, with Matt Tugboat Wilkinson and Yunior Marte potentially called upon if the bullpen remains manageable.