The San Francisco Giants are making roster moves, optioning infielder/outfielder Christian Koss to Triple-A Sacramento to make room for catcher Daniel Susac, as the team decides to carry three catchers on its active roster.

Koss, 28, had a brief but memorable stint with the big league club, appearing in nine games and logging just 15 plate appearances. He went 1-for-14 at the plate and also pitched two innings, allowing three runs. While his numbers were modest, Koss embodied the scrappy underdog spirit that fans love—a player who seemed overmatched against big-league pitching but kept grinding. Just last December, our own Steven Kennedy wrote a glowing 1,481-word review of Koss's utility role, even asking if it was "the best utility season in Giants history." But as baseball often reminds us, the story doesn't always follow a fairytale script.

In steps Daniel Susac, the Rule 5 draft pick who quickly became a fan favorite in spring training. Before hitting the injured list with right ulnar neuritis—a concerning issue for a catcher's throwing arm—Susac was on fire, going 11-for-23 in 11 games. His bat was a welcome addition to a lineup that has struggled offensively, especially after the team traded Patrick Bailey. The Giants are clearly trying to rebuild their catcher position by stacking average gloves and average bats, hoping that enough "average" can overcome the offensive void Bailey left behind.

While the Giants went 4-7 with Susac and have gone 9-13 since his injury, it's clear they see him as a key piece moving forward. The fact that Susac is essentially replacing Bailey—a former first-round pick—speaks volumes about the organization's direction. The Giants are betting on Susac's potential, even if his injury raises questions about durability.

As for Koss, he'll head to Sacramento to await his next opportunity. The River Cats are currently in Texas, so it's unclear whether he'll need to travel or wait for the team to return for a six-game homestand. Either way, Koss's story is a reminder that in baseball, every player is just one roster move away from being the hero—or the footnote.