The SF Giants moved on from corner bat Pablo Sandoval on Thursday. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)
The SF Giants promoted Justin Smoak to their active roster on Thursday. To clear a spot, the team designated fan favorite Pablo Sandoval for assignment.
SF Giants fan had to say goodbye to one of their favorite #ForeverGiants on Thursday. A day after signing veteran first baseman Justin Smoak to a minor-league deal, the team designated longtime Giants Pablo Sandoval for assignment and promoted Smoak to the big-league team.
Over his 11-year career, Smoak has hit 196 home runs against a .