Scouting Report: Logan Sawyer

Summary

Logan Webb, San Francisco Giants ace and two-time All-Star, was placed on the 15-day injured list on May 9, 2026, due to right knee bursitis. Webb exited his start against the Padres on May 5 after just 4 innings, allowing 6 earned runs on 7 hits. He had been dealing with knee discomfort for an extended period but initially tried to pitch through it. This marks his first IL stint since July 2021. Webb is struggling significantly in 2026 with a 2-4 record, 5.06 ERA, 1.396 WHIP, and .275 opponent batting average across 8 starts. His offspeed pitch effectiveness has declined sharply from 98th percentile in 2025 to 38th percentile in 2026. Expected return date is May 21, 2026. The Giants are 15-23 and at the bottom of the NL West.