Mark Melancon is headed to the disabled list.
Mark Melancon placed on DL with mild right pronator strain before today's game. Corresponding move will be made tomorrow.
— Andrew Baggarly (@extrabaggs) May 9, 2017
The Giants closer has a right pronator strain located close to the elbow. As a result, the Giants will be playing one man short Tuesday night when they take the field in New York. A corresponding roster move will be made on Wednesday.
Giants say Mark Melancon has mild right pronator strain. Put him on DL. Corresponding move will be made tomorrow.
— John Shea (@JohnSheaHey) May 9, 2017
Melancon hasn’t pitched since May 3rd in Los Angeles, when he picked up his sixth save against the Dodgers. In 11 appearances this season, he has 2.53 ERA and a 1.31 WHIP with two blown saves. Derek Law seems most likely to take over the closing role as he’s been the most consistent set up man for Melancon.
More to come as the story unfolds on KNBR.com.
