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It’s official: Giants shut down Joe Panik, promote two minor-leaguers

Mac Williamson was on a fishing trip when he got called up to the big leagues.

“He wasn’t just fishing. He was 55 miles offshore,” manager Bruce Bochy said. “I don’t know how they got in touch with him — and he didn’t catch a fish. I can take you 10 feet offshore and get you something.”

You know you’ve earned a spot on the Giants when you get razzed by the manager.

Williamson, a power-hitting outfielder, and catcher Trevor Brown were added to the roster Wednesday.