WASHINGTON – The Giants plan to activate right-hander Mark Melancon from the disabled list on Saturday, but it sure sounds as if the $62 million closer’s elbow discomfort remains an ongoing battle.
Asked if Melancon were finally past the pronator strain in his elbow that has put him on the DL twice this season, or if he merely improved to the point where he can pitch, Giants manager Bruce Bochy chose the latter description.
“He feels like he’s pitchable,” Bochy said. “In our bullpen, he can contribute and help out. That’s what he wants to do.”
Melancon, 32, hasn’t pitched since June 27 and has a 4.