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Houser's Giants Debut: Mixed Results on the Mound
2 Apr
Summary
- Houser surrendered three runs, one earned, in 5.1 innings pitched.
- Defensive errors by the Giants contributed to two runs against Houser.
- This was Houser's first start for the Giants after signing a two-year deal.
Right-hander Houser made his debut for the San Francisco Giants on Wednesday, ultimately taking the loss against the Padres. He pitched 5.1 innings, allowing three runs (one earned) on seven hits and a walk while striking out four.
The Giants' defense did not support Houser well, with errors in the first and fifth innings directly leading to two of the runs scored against him. This outing marked his first appearance for San Francisco.
Houser signed a two-year contract worth $22 million with the Giants. Last season, he split time between the Rays and White Sox, posting a 3.31 ERA and a 1.28 WHIP over 125 innings.
He is tentatively scheduled to make his next start at home against the Phillies next week, potentially setting him up for a two-start week. However, the Giants' offense has struggled this season, scoring only 13 runs in their first six games.
