Giants Add Nick Margevicius for Spring Training Depth

The San Francisco Giants bolstered their pitching depth Friday by signing left-hander Nick Margevicius to a minor league contract that includes an invitation to Major League Spring Training. At 29, Margevicius will earn $825,000 if he reaches the big league roster, providing a low-risk option for the organization as it shapes its 2026 pitching plans.

A 6-foot-5 southpaw from Cleveland, Ohio, Margevicius has not pitched in the majors since 2021. Drafted in the seventh round of the 2017 MLB Draft by the San Diego Padres out of Rider University, he debuted with San Diego in 2019 before later joining the Seattle Mariners. Across 32 MLB appearances from 2019 to 2021, he posted a 4.57 ERA and showed promise as a starting pitcher.

Injuries disrupted his career trajectory. Thoracic outlet syndrome limited him to just five appearances in 2021, leaving him with a 0–2 record and an 8.25 ERA over 12 innings. Surgery and a lengthy rehab period slowed his progress and prevented him from building on the momentum he had shown early in his professional career.

Since returning from surgery, Margevicius has pursued opportunities to prove himself both in the United States and abroad. His path has included stints in the minor leagues, international leagues, and a recent return to North American professional baseball, giving him a diverse body of work as he aims for a comeback.

1. Minor League and International Experience

Following his recovery, Margevicius spent two seasons in the minors with the Mariners and Braves, seeing mixed results. In 2022 with Triple-A Tacoma, he posted a 7.53 ERA over 49 innings in 33 appearances. In 2023, splitting time between Double-A Mississippi and Triple-A Gwinnett, he pitched 68⅔ innings with 49 strikeouts and a 6.82 ERA, showing flashes of command but inconsistency. Seeking more consistent opportunities, Margevicius signed with the TSG Hawks of the Chinese Professional Baseball League in 2024. There, he recorded a 7-6 record with a 2.82 ERA and 86 strikeouts over 108⅓ innings, demonstrating his ability to succeed in an international setting and refine his pitching repertoire. His international experience helped him regain confidence and rebuild his arm strength. He learned to adjust to different hitting styles and environments, which could make him more adaptable in a variety of pitching roles upon returning to the U.S. By the end of 2024, Margevicius had positioned himself as a pitcher with both experience and resilience, offering professional depth and a potential bounce-back candidate for organizations looking for left-handed pitching options.

2. Return to North America

Margevicius returned to North American professional baseball in 2025, starting with the Tecolotes de los Dos Laredos in the Mexican League. He posted a 2-0 record and a 0.87 ERA over 10⅓ innings, showing early-season dominance. Later, he joined the Detroit Tigers’ organization on a minor league deal, pitching 74 innings over 17 appearances (14 starts) with Triple-A Toledo, recording a 3.89 ERA, a 22% strikeout rate, and a 5.7% walk rate. During the 2025 season, he also made incremental improvements to his pitch arsenal, slightly increasing his fastball velocity to 91.9 mph and adding a cutter. These adjustments may provide him with more versatility and effectiveness against both right- and left-handed hitters. His performance in Toledo and Mexico illustrated his ability to compete at a high level after years of rehab and interrupted development. Margevicius’s experiences across leagues have given him a unique mix of stamina, command, and resilience that could prove valuable to the Giants. The 2025 season highlighted his ability to handle a starter’s workload while maintaining control, an encouraging sign as he prepares to compete for a role in the Giants’ organization in 2026.

3. Potential Fit with Giants

For the Giants, Margevicius offers flexibility and organizational depth. He could be utilized as a spot starter, long-relief option, or serve as a depth piece in Triple-A while competing against younger arms for a chance to crack the major league rotation. His left-handed profile is valuable for a Giants pitching staff seeking both situational and rotational options. With his height, frame, and pitching experience, Margevicius could provide a presence in both the bullpen and rotation depending on team needs. The Giants are taking a low-risk approach by offering a minor league contract with a spring training invite, allowing them to evaluate Margevicius in camp while giving the pitcher a chance to prove he can contribute at the major league level. If successful, Margevicius could add depth to the rotation or bullpen in 2026, providing the Giants with a veteran option capable of stabilizing innings and complementing younger arms in the system.