Posey and Sanchez nearly ready for spring debuts

The Giants knew that at some point theyneeded to cut the harnesses off Buster Posey and Freddy Sanchez , throw them into a game and hopethey are ready to withstand the rigors of competition. It looks as if Friday will be that day for both. Manager Bruce Bochy said Wednesday that Posey mightcatch "a couple of innings" in Friday's game against Cincinnati atScottsdale Stadium. Bochy also said Sanchez was "real close" andcould be the designated hitter Friday.