Giants' Tim Hudson returns from DL on Tuesday

The Giants have activated right-hander Tim Hudson from the 15-day disabled list on Tuesday. Hudson had been out since the end of July with a right shoulder injury.

Hudson made one rehab start with Class A San Jose, allowing a hit and striking out two over 2 2/3 scoreless innings.

He returns to a 6-8 record with a 4.80 ERA in 17 starts for the Giants this season.