Hayden Birdsong is a right-handed pitcher for the San Francisco Giants, selected in the sixth round of the 2022 MLB Draft out of Eastern Illinois University. Born in 2001, he made his major league debut on June 26, 2024, and has pitched in both starting and relief roles through the 2025 season. This tag page collects news, game reports, and updates covering his minor league progression, MLB performances, swingman role, and the 2026 Tommy John surgery announcement. It serves as an archive for readers tracking the development of this young arm within the Giants organization.
