Nathan, Giants agree to minor-league deal
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Joe Nathan is going back to where it all started after agreeing to a minor-league contract Tuesday with the San Francisco Giants, reports MLB Network's Jon Heyman.
The deal is pending a physical.
Nathan was designated for assignment by the Chicago Cubs on Aug. 5 after appearing in three games, allowing two hits in two innings without giving up a run.
The former closer joins a Giants squad that's blown the third most saves in all of baseball.
| PITCHER | SAVES | CHANCES |
|---|---|---|
| Santiago Casilla | 27 | 33 |
| Cory Gearrin | 2 | 5 |
| Hunter Strickland | 2 | 6 |
| Derek Law | 1 | 1 |
| Javier Lopez | 1 | 3 |
| George Kontos | 0 | 1 |
| Josh Osich | 0 | 3 |
| Will Smith | 0 | 1 |
Nathan has undergone Tommy John surgery twice in his career, most recently in April 2015.
The 41-year-old right-hander was drafted by the Giants in 1995 and spent the first four seasons of his career in the Bay Area.
Over 16 big-league seasons, Nathan has earned 377 saves while posting a 2.88 ERA.