ON THE BUBBLE: Drew Gilbert and Jerar Encarnacion COULD be LEFT OFF The Opening Day Roster

Opening Day decisions are getting closer for the San Francisco Giants, and a new roster projection from Andrew Baggarly is fueling the debate. Could young arms like Trevor McDonald force their way onto the roster? And what happens with top prospect Bryce Eldridge as the final weeks of Spring Training approach? Could Drew Gilbert and Jerar Encarnacion be left off? We also take a closer look at an intriguing bullpen name — left-hander Juan Sanchez — whose pitch mix and development could make him a factor later this season. Plus, the Giants are leaning further into pitching analytics, and we break down how that data-driven approach could shape their staff moving forward. From roster projections to rising pitchers and the Giants’ evolving pitching philosophy, we dive into the biggest storylines developing in camp.