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Rule 5 Draft picks have historically had a tough time sticking with Major League clubs, but that hasn’t stopped the Giants from rolling the dice on dozens of intriguing prospects. Here’s a look back at every player San Francisco has selected in the Rule 5 Draft over the past 50 years.
Mets
Nunez hasn’t pitched above Class A Advanced ball, but the Giants will ask the 24-year-old pitching prospect to transition from the rotation to the bullpen and give him a chance to compete for a relief role during Spring Training.
Blue Jays
Jimenez won a spot in the Giants’ Opening Day bullpen, but he made only two appearances for the Giants before being returned to Toronto in 2020. Command proved to be an issue for Jimenez, who walked three of the eight batters he faced in the Majors. He became a repeat Rule 5 Draft selection after being picked by the A’s this year.