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Freeland did not factor into the decision in Thursday's game against the Astros. He allowed three runs on six hits and two walks while striking out two across six innings.

Freeland got off to a rocky start after giving up three runs over the first two innings. He settled down to keep the Astros off the board over the next four frames and came away with his eighth quality start of the season (and fourth in his last five outings). Freeland now has a 5.49 ERA, 1.58 WHIP and 61:20 K:BB across 83.2 innings this season. He's tentatively lined up to face the Red Sox at Fenway Park next week, which may be his last turn in the rotation before the All-Star break.

Triple-A Rochester reinstated Ogasawara (oblique) from its 7-day injured list Saturday.

Ogasawara has yet to make an appearance for Rochester since being activated, but he's apparently healthy again after he had been on the shelf since April 17 due to an oblique strain. Prior to being reinstated, the 27-year-old lefty completed three rehab starts between the rookie-level Florida Complex League and High-A Wilmington, covering nine innings and striking out 12 while allowing four earned runs on seven hits and two walks.

Chapman (hand) is expected to begin a rehab assignment with Triple-A Sacramento on Friday, Shayna Rubin of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.

Chapman took batting practice off a high-velocity machine prior to Thursday's game and felt no pain in his hand. If all goes according to plan, he hopes to return during the Giants' weekend series against the A's, though it's possible he requires a few rehab games in the minors and instead is activated early next week.

Porter was designated for assignment Thursday, Shayna Rubin of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.

Porter made his Giants debut June 11 but was sent back to Triple-A Sacramento six days later. He'll now lose his spot on the 40-man roster, with Sergio Alcantara taking his place.

Alcantara had his contract selected by the Giants on Thursday, Shayna Rubin of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.

Alcantara inked a minor-league deal with the Giants during the offseason and has struggled to a .206/.319/.252 line across 256 plate appearances with Triple-A Sacramento. Despite the underwhelming line, he'll get his first chance in the majors since the 2022 season.

Johnson was optioned to Triple-A Sacramento on Thursday, Shayna Rubin of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.

Johnson has spent the majority of the season with Sacramento but has been in the majors since June 4. He's played a reserve role for the Giants and hit just .172 across 29 at-bats.

Bailey is not in Thursday's lineup against the Diamondbacks.

Bailey has started four straight games behind the plate, going 3-for-12 with four RBI in that span. He'll get a routine day off Thursday, with Andrew Knizner taking over behind the plate.

Muncy (knee) said Thursday he expects to be sidelined for at least six weeks, David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports reports.

Muncy injured his knee when he was slid into on a stolen base attempt Wednesday night. There was some concern he'd miss the rest of the season, but imaging revealed a bone bruise rather than ligament damage. Given that, this is relatively good news, particularly if Muncy can return near the announced timeline in mid-August. Miguel Rojas is starting at third base in Muncy's place Thursday against the White Sox and should be among the players to see a bump in playing time for the near future.

Flores is not in the Giants' lineup Thursday against the Diamondbacks, Shayna Rubin of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.

Flores has struggled for the last couple of weeks, hitting just .114 across his last 44 at-bats. He'll sit for the third time in the last six games as a result, with Dominic Smith filling in at first base.

Ruiz was recalled by the Dodgers on Thursday.

He is being called up to replace Max Muncy (knee) on the active roster, though Ruiz provides depth in the outfield. Ruiz remains an exceptional stolen-base threat, as he racked up 38 swiped bags across 66 games with Triple-A Oklahoma City. However, his career .297 on-base percentage in the majors will limit his opportunities, and he also isn't likely to get regular playing time.