CHICAGO–Two months after a crowded spring training competition ended with Gorkys Hernandez emerging as the Giants fifth outfielder, Hernandez is playing like their best.
With three hits including two doubles on Saturday, Hernandez helped the Giants halt a three-game losing skid and even their series against the Cubs with a 5-4 win.
For much of the offseason, the Giants’ front office labored over personnel decisions in the outfield, adding a new right fielder in a trade and a part-time center fielder through free agency.
The Giants considered newly acquired Austin Jackson, prospect Steven Duggar and even Minor League free agent Gregor Blanco for roles in center field, but Hernandez wasn’t given much of an opportunity to stake his claim to consistent playing time.