July 24, 2008 Dave Roberts went 2-for-4 and contributed the lone RBI in Thursday's 1-0 win over the Nationals.
Our View:This was his second game back following his rehab from knee surgery, and could get more playing time following today's effort.
July 22, 2008 Dave Roberts was activated from the 15-day disabled list on Tuesday. He was recovering from knee tendinitis.
Our View:Roberts takes Ray Durham's roster spot. He'll be the Giants' fourth outfielder for now and the Giants are likely shopping the veteran as they move towards a younger lineup. He has appeared in just six games this season.
July 18, 2008 San Francisco outfielder Dave Roberts could return to the team as soon as Wednesday, according to SFGiants.com.
Our View:Roberts will likely come back as a bench player as Fred Lewis, nine years Roberts' junior, has played relatively well in his absence. So while Roberts has the potential to give fantasy owners a few steals, monitor his playing time before rushing out there to pick him up.
July 11, 2008 Dave Roberts has swung the bat very well over his three rehab games at Triple-A Fresno, with a double, triple, home run and three RBI, according to the SF Chronicle. He could potentially return to the Giants sooner than the 45-to-60 at-bats manager Bruce Bochy estimated he would need. Bochy said, "I think he'll be a huge addition. With Dave's experience and ability to play left and center, his speed, his left-handed bat, it would be similar to getting a free agent because we really haven't had that all year. He has some weapons that can help us, whether it's coming off the bench or starting."
Our View:He would provide a solid boost to the club when he returns. The Giants have lacked a left-handed hitter off the bench, hence leaving them vulnerable against right-handed setup men and closers.
July 3, 2008 Dave Roberts is expected to begin a Minor League injury rehabilitation assignment Monday, this according to the team website. Roberts will begin his work with the Giants' Triple-A affiliate in Fresno. Roberts was batting .118 (2-for-17) before being sidelined.
Our View:Roberts is slowly working his way back from left knee surgery he underwent on April 12. Upon Roberts return he is not expected to unseat his replacement, Fred Lewis.
