Pablo Sandoval is back with the Giants, the team he broke into the major leagues with, after signing a minor league deal Saturday.

The 2012 World Series MVP walked into the Giants' clubhouse as if he'd never left, shaking hands with players and grabbing bullpen catcher and former teammate Eli Whiteside in a bear hug from behind.

Sandoval, 30, served as the designated hitter for Single-A San Jose later Saturday night, going 1-for-4 with an RBI single and walk. He will join Triple-A Sacramento on Tuesday where he will split time between third base and DH.