SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Carlos Beltran is back. His San Francisco Giants are still reeling big time.
The Giants activated Beltran from the 15-day disabled list Tuesday, though he was held out of the starting lineup go give his strained right hand and wrist another day to heal. The switch-hitting Beltran took early batting practice from both sides and will start Wednesday night against San Diego if all goes well.
San Francisco was still determining its corresponding roster move. Manager Bruce Bochy said left-hander Jonathan Sanchez is doubtful to make his next start because of a sprained left ankle, while outfielder Nate Schierholtz was in a walking boot for a broken bone in his right foot.
Beltran, acquired in a July 28 trade with the Mets, was hurt swinging against Philadelphia’s Roy Oswalt.
