Matt Chapman

The Giants announced Tuesday that infielder David Villar has been designated for assignment in order to open a roster spot for Lou Trivino, whose contract has been selected. Trivino will make San Francisco’s Opening Day roster. The writing has been on the wall for the out-of-options Villar for some time. The Giants extended Matt Chapman…

The Giants announced Tuesday that infielder David Villar has been designated for assignment in order to open a roster spot for Lou Trivino, whose contract has been selected. Trivino will make San Francisco’s Opening Day roster. The writing has been on the wall for the out-of-options Villar for some time. The Giants extended Matt Chapman…

It's an encouraging development that Lee isn't dealing with anything more serious than lingering mid-back discomfort. The 26-year-old will continue receiving treatment and should be ready in time for next week's season-opener. However, back issues can be extremely complicated matters and tend to linger. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status, but it doesn't seem like Lee will require a lengthy absence. He's expected to bat third in San Francisco's formidable lineup ahead of slugger Matt Chapman and behind marquee offseason addition Willy Adames.

Chapman's latest multi-hit effort raises his spring average to a surreal .550 (11-for-20) mark with four homers and one steal. The 31-year-old third baseman is a top-15 option at the hot corner for fantasy purposes this spring.

The 32-year-old right-hander allowed just one hit -- a first inning double by Willy Adames -- while issuing one walk on the day. His three punchouts came courtesy of Jung Hoo Lee, Matt Chapman and Brett Wisely. Pivetta has been outstanding through his first two Cactus League outings with the Padres, firing 5 2/3 innings of shutout baseball with a minuscule 0.53 WHIP and a 7/2 K/BB ratio.