Giants Spring Camp Preview: Davidson, Harber Among Intriguing Names in Scottsdale
As the Giants get set to open camp next week in Scottsdale, a new chapter begins under Tony Vitello. And while the spotlight may eventually shift to the big league roster and how it takes shape, there’s plenty of intrigue in the group of 19 non-roster invitees-especially when it comes to two fast-rising prospects with the kind of upside that could make some noise in 2026 and beyond.
Bo Davidson: Undrafted to Unmissable
Bo Davidson might not have been a household name when he signed as an undrafted free agent in 2023, but that’s starting to change-and fast. The 23-year-old center fielder has been climbing the organizational ranks with a bat that demands attention. With a .906 OPS and 18 home runs across two minor league levels last season, Davidson wrapped up 2025 in Double-A and is very much on the radar as a potential midseason call-up.
What makes Davidson stand out isn’t just the production-it’s how he does it. According to Giants VP of player development Randy Winn, the sound off Davidson’s bat is different.
It’s the kind of thing you notice even if you’re just walking past the cage. That raw power, paired with his athleticism in center field, gives him a profile that’s hard to ignore.
He’s not a burner on the basepaths just yet, but he’s shown enough to hit leadoff or in the heart of the order, and the organization is pushing him to be more aggressive when he’s on. If that part of his game catches up to the rest, Davidson could develop into a dynamic top-of-the-order threat.
Parks Harber: A Trade Throw-In? Not Anymore
When the Giants acquired Parks Harber in the Camilo Doval trade, he wasn’t the headline name. But over the last six months, that’s changed. Harber, 24, posted a .942 OPS in the minors and then turned heads in the Arizona Fall League, where he slugged his way to a 1.196 OPS with some impressive batted-ball data to back it up.
He’s a corner infielder by trade, but with the Giants locked in at those spots at the big league level, Harber could spend a good chunk of spring training getting reps in the outfield. His bat is clearly ahead of the curve, and while he finished last season in High-A, his age and offensive profile suggest a jump to Double-A is on the horizon.
Will Bednar’s Next Chapter
Among the eight pitchers on the NRI list is Will Bednar, the Giants’ first-round pick from 2021. Injuries and inconsistency as a starter have slowed his path, but last year brought a bit of a turning point.
Working out of the bullpen, Bednar showed an uptick in velocity that caught the front office’s attention. The Giants chose not to protect him from the Rule 5 Draft, and while he went unclaimed, he now enters camp with a chance to re-establish himself in a new role.
Veteran Arms Looking for a Spot
Michael Fulmer brings the most big-league experience of the group. The 32-year-old has logged 265 MLB appearances and owns a 3.95 ERA over his career.
Once the AL Rookie of the Year back in 2016 as a starter, Fulmer has transitioned into a reliever since 2021. He spent last season bouncing between four Triple-A clubs, but he’ll get a shot to show he still has something left in the tank.
The Giants also extended invites to left-handers Nick Margevicius and Juan Sanchez, along with right-handers Trent Harris, Caleb Kilian, Wilkin Ramos, and Gregory Santos. Kilian and Santos are familiar names-both were once part of the Giants’ system, with Kilian notably being one of the pieces sent to the Cubs in the Kris Bryant trade back in 2021.
Depth Across the Diamond
Behind the plate, Logan Porter returns to the catching group, joined by Eric Haase and Diego Cartaya, a once highly touted prospect in the Dodgers system. The infield mix includes Harber, Osleivis Basabe, Nate Furman, Buddy Kennedy, and Jake Holton. Outfielders Victor Bericoto and Jared Oliva will join Davidson and round out a group that offers a mix of youth, power, and defensive versatility.
What It All Means
While most of the attention in spring will naturally fall on the Major League roster battles and Vitello’s first camp at the helm, this group of non-roster invitees brings plenty of intrigue. Davidson and Harber are two names to watch closely-not just for their tools, but for how quickly they’re rising. And with a mix of former top picks, seasoned veterans, and players looking for a second chance, the Giants’ camp is shaping up to be more than just a tune-up-it’s a proving ground.
The future may not arrive all at once, but it’ll be on full display in Scottsdale next week.