Giants Restructure Offense Amid Struggles, Sign Dom Smith to Replace Wade

San Francisco, CA — The San Francisco Giants announced significant changes to their struggling offense on Wednesday. First baseman LaMonte Wade Jr. and backup catcher Tyler Heineman have been designated for assignment, while veteran first baseman Dom Smith has signed a one-year major league contract to join the roster.

Wade, who has faced challenges this season, was hitless in his first 18 plate appearances and has struggled to regain his form. He is currently batting .167 with a .275 on-base percentage. This marks a sharp decline for the player who was a solid contributor to the team from 2021 to 2024, where he hit .248 with a .352 on-base percentage over four seasons.

The Giants have experienced a rough patch recently, losing 14 of their last 23 games. Their offensive struggles have been evident, especially over the past two weeks, with the team only managing a .209 batting average during that stretch. They have not scored more than four runs in a game since May 16 and have been held to one run or fewer seven times in that period.

Smith, previously with the New York Mets, is expected to bring veteran experience to the lineup. While some fans are hopeful he will improve production at first base, others express skepticism based on his recent performance. Nonetheless, Smith aims to make a positive impact in San Francisco.

This move follows a need for change, as head coach Buster Posey acknowledged the necessity of shaking things up amidst the offensive collapse. How the new roster configuration will affect the Giants, who are looking to bounce back from a difficult season, remains to be seen.

“Buster needed to shake things up,” remarked one fan, underscoring the urgency of the situation. “It’s been sad to watch Wade struggle, but hopefully Smith can provide the boost needed.”

The Giants will continue to monitor Wade’s situation as they search for solutions to revive their offense in the coming weeks.