Chien-Ming Wang
On June 8, 2008, Giese pitched innings of hitless relief for his first major league victory. On June 21, Giese made his first career start against the Cincinnati Reds replacing the injured Chien-Ming Wang, tossing innings while allowing three runs (all unearned) in a 6-0 loss. On August 15, 2008, Giese was placed on the 15-day disabled list with right rotator cuff tendinitis. After recovering, Giese returned to the Yankee bullpen with a scoreless inning of relief against the Tampa Bay Rays on September 2, 2008.