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Giants trying to keep backup catchers sharp

SAN FRANCISCO -- A pitching machine was set up at shortstop Monday afternoon at AT&T Park, shooting baseballs toward Giants backup catchers Andrew Susac and Hector Sanchez at home. For Sanchez, it's about the only time he's getting behind the plate these days.

Ever since the team called up Susac from Triple-A Sacramento on April 18 after Jake Peavy (back) was sent to the 15-day disabled list, Sanchez has been limited to pinch-hitting duties.

"They have to get work in," manager Bruce Bochy said of Sanchez and Susac. "If you're not out there every day, that's the only way you're going to stay sharp, is you come out and do your work.