 In 2011 , Whiteside again began the year as the backup catcher . However , following Posey 's season @-@ ending leg injury on May 25 , 2011 , he moved into a more prominent role , splitting starting time with Chris Stewart . On June 22 , he had two hits ( including a triple ) and a season @-@ high three RBI in a 5 – 2 victory over the Twins . He had a season @-@ high three hits on July 14 in a 12 @-@ inning , 6 – 2 victory over San Diego . From August 19 through August 25 , he was on the seven @-@ day disabled list with a concussion . In 82 games ( 213 at bats ) , Whiteside hit .197 with 42 hits , four home runs , and 17 RBI . Defensively , he threw out 25 % of attempted base stealers . He was non @-@ tendered after the season and briefly became a free agent before being re @-@ signed to a one @-@ year deal with the Giants . 
