SAN FRANCISCO -- With third baseman Eduardo Nunez hobbled by a strained right hamstring, the Giants acquired infielder Gordon Beckham from the Atlanta Braves on Tuesday.
The Braves received Minor League shortstop Rich Rodriguez in return. The Giants also promoted catcher Tony Sanchez to the Major League roster. They designated Matt Reynolds for assignment and placed Mac Williamson on the 60-day disabled list (strained left quad) in corresponding roster moves.
The acquisition of Beckham is merely a one-week solution for the Giants' infield, as the eight-year veteran is ineligible to compete in the postseason because he was acquired after Aug.