SAN FRANCISCO -- Sam Dyson, the newest Giant, expressed belief that simplifying his pitching approach will help him regain his effectiveness.
Dyson, the right-hander whom San Francisco acquired Tuesday from the Texas Rangers for a player to be named, officially joined the Giants on Friday and threw off a bullpen mound for manager Bruce Bochy and pitching coach Dave Righetti.
Relying on a power sinker, Dyson converted 38 saves in 43 opportunities for the Rangers last year. However, he was 1-6 with a 10.80 ERA and four blown saves in 17 appearances this season when the Rangers designated him for assignment June 2.