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Future Hall of Fame pitcher Justin Verlander is set to begin a new chapter with the San Francisco Giants but not before ensuring he handles an important detail with class. Before officially deciding to wear No. 35 with the Giants, Verlander personally sought the blessing of franchise icon Brandon Crawford, demonstrating a deep respect for […]

With pitchers and catchers reporting to various spring camps across Florida and Arizona, MLB news is beginning to trickle out consistently. There was some news out of Scottsdale, Arizona on Wednesday, as San Francisco Giants manager Bob Melvin announced his team’s closer for 2025. It’s not Camilo Doval, who held the job at times in […]

The Houston Astros’ 2025 roster is coming into focus and, as always, they should be major contenders in the American League West. That’s whether or not they bring back homegrown third baseman Alex Bregman. The Astros won 88 games last year, but their playoff run was short-lived as the Detroit Tigers swept them in two […]

As Spring Training rapidly approaches, the San Francisco Giants still have an opportunity to make a significant move to bolster their roster. While they’ve made some key additions this offseason, including shortstop Willy Adames and veteran ace Justin Verlander, there’s still work to be done if they hope to compete in the highly competitive National […]

The San Francisco Giants have made some key moves this offseason, but their roster still has room for improvement if they hope to keep pace in a competitive NL West. With big names like Justin Verlander and Willy Adames already in the fold, the Giants still need reinforcements, particularly in the infield, rotation, and power […]

The San Francisco Giants missed the postseason for the seventh time in the last eight years after finishing 80-82 in 2024, as the pitching staff largely disappointed. Last week, the Giants shipped veteran relief pitcher Taylor Rogers to the Cincinnati Reds, weakening an already thin bullpen. Now the team is taking a cost-effective flier on […]

The Tampa Bay Rays and San Francisco Giants are both trying to get back into the postseason in 2025. As they continue tweaking their roster, the Rays and Giants have agreed to an under-the-radar trade. San Francisco has acquired infielder Osleivis Basabe for cash considerations, via Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times. Basabe had […]

The Cincinnati Reds have bolstered their bullpen by acquiring left-handed reliever Taylor Rogers from the San Francisco Giants. In exchange, the Giants received minor league right-hander Braxton Roxby. The deal also includes the Giants sending $6 million to the Reds to offset Rogers’ salary. “Trade: The Cincinnati Reds are acquiring reliever Taylor Rogers from the […]

The San Francisco Giants are looking to break through in the crowded NL West, and earlier in the offseason, they made one of the biggest signings in free agency by bringing in shortstop Willy Adames on a seven-year, $182 million contract after a few fruitful seasons with the Milwaukee Brewers. Adames is expected to bring […]

As MLB free agency rages on, San Diego Padres infielder Ha-Seong Kim hasn’t been drawing the most buzz. However, at least two teams are showing interest despite his murky Opening Day status. Kim underwent shoulder surgery late in the 2024 season. Because of that, he isn’t expected to be ready for Opening Day. However, he […]

The San Francisco Giants are using a club legend, the greatest shooter in NBA history, and a currently rostered player in their promotional campaign this upcoming season. The team announced that it’ll give away Barry Bonds and Steph Curry bobbleheads as well as a Jung Hoo Lee hooded jersey, via NBC Sports’ Alex Pavlovic. The […]

Justin Verlander’s debut with the San Francisco Giants began with an unexpected laugh. During his first press conference via Zoom, reporters noticed the star pitcher’s display name showed “Kate Upton,” his wife’s name, causing a lighthearted stir, per NYPost. One reporter, failing to mute his microphone, quipped about the mix-up, saying, “Look at Justin’s name.” […]

The San Francisco Giants reportedly have been told that Japanese pitcher Roki Sasaki will not be signing with them during his signing window that opens on Jan. 15, according to Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle. Giants general manager Zack Minasian gave the update during a call regarding the signing of veteran starter Justin […]

The San Francisco Giants officially announced the signing of veteran ace Justin Verlander to a one-year, $15 million deal on Saturday. To make room on the 40-man roster, the team designated catcher/outfielder Blake Sabol for assignment. “The Justin Verlander deal (one year, $15 million) is official. To clear a roster spot, the Giants DFA’d Blake […]

The San Francisco Giants are desperately searching for a spark after failing to make the playoffs in each of the last three seasons. They signed shortstop Willy Adames to a seven-year, $182 million contract early in the offseason and are now looking to future Hall of Fame pitcher Justin Verlander to provide some value in […]

The free agency period in Major League Baseball is raging on as teams make big moves left and right to improve their rosters. On Tuesday, one of the biggest names on the market found his next home as legendary starting pitcher Justin Verlander agreed to a one-year deal with the San Francisco Giants, according to […]

Free agency is the only time when being a Plan B or C can make someone feel like an A+. Corbin Burnes was the last true first-rate starting pitcher on the open market, and with him signing a $210 million contract with the Arizona Diamondbacks at the end of December, there is an opportunity for […]

Corbin Burnes signed a massive six-year deal with the Arizona Diamondbacks in recent days, but there’s been a lot of speculation about how much other teams offered him. The San Francisco Giants reportedly didn’t offer more than Arizona did to Burnes, per the San Francisco Chronicle. The Giants, Toronto Blue Jays and Baltimore Orioles all […]

The San Francisco Giants are shifting their focus after falling short in their pursuit of top free-agent starter Corbin Burnes, who signed a six-year, $210 million contract with the Arizona Diamondbacks. With Burnes off the market, the Giants are reportedly focusing on other areas of need, including power-hitting first baseman Pete Alonso. Burnes, a former […]

The San Francisco Giants’ pursuit of free-agent ace Corbin Burnes is ongoing as negotiations between agent Scott Boras and the Giants’ front office, led by new president of baseball operations Buster Posey, continue on without an agreement reached yet. Initially seen as the favorite to land Burnes, the Giants now find themselves in familiar territory, […]

The biggest player on the open market has already signed, with Juan Soto joining the New York Mets last week. However, there are still several prized free agents available and among them is former NL Cy Young winner Corbin Burnes. Burnes, who spent last season with the Baltimore Orioles, is one of the better starters […]

Willy Adames made it clear at his introductory press conference: he’s all in on the San Francisco Giants. The star shortstop, fresh off signing a seven-year, $182 million deal, left no doubt about his commitment to the team and his confidence in its direction under new President of Baseball Operations, Buster Posey. “Buster Posey, simple […]

Newly signed San Francisco Giants shortstop Willy Adames is already making waves in the Bay Area, and not just for what he plans to do on the field. During his introductory press conference, Adames delivered a powerful message that will fire up Giants fans — and perhaps serve as a rallying cry for the offseason. […]

After Max Fried’s signing with the New York Yankees, Corbin Burnes is the undisputed top pitcher on the MLB free agency market, which very well may create a bidding war. And the Toronto Blue Jays and San Francisco Giants are reportedly willing to pay a hefty price to sign Burnes. But while Toronto and San […]

A few of the top free-agent starting pitchers are already off the market, with lefties Blake Snell and Max Fried signing with the Los Angeles Dodgers and New York Yankees, respectively, on deals that amount to a total of $390 million. These deals should put a huge smile on Corbin Burnes’ face, as not only […]

The San Francisco Giants signed Willy Adames to kick off MLB free agency. He signed a seven-year, $182 million deal after a great season with the Milwaukee Brewers. He now joins a team that had only 80 wins last season but has high expectations for 2025. Giants ace Logan Webb texted Susan Slusser of the […]

The San Francisco Giants are not looking for a new high-leverage reliever. Right-handed hurler Camilo Doval posted a hefty 4.88 ERA  as their closer last season, but team president Buster Posey still believes in him. Posey brought up Doval to local media without being asked, via The San Francisco Chronicle’s Susan Slusser. “Unprompted, Buster Posey […]

The San Francisco Giants have already made a major free agency splash, landing Willy Adames on a seven-year, $182 million contract. However, Adames isn’t the only big fish the Giants are trying to reel in. San Francisco has been deemed a serious contender to land Max Fried, via Buster Olney of ESPN. While he isn’t […]

The San Francisco Giants made waves this offseason by signing shortstop Willy Adames to a franchise-record seven-year, $182 million contract. With this move, the Giants secured the best shortstop on the free-agent market and a player who can immediately elevate their lineup. This deal isn’t just a splash; it’s a statement that the Giants are […]

The St. Louis Cardinals will make a huge decision about their immediate future this winter. They can either keep their roster largely intact and try to reach the ceiling they fell short of in 2024, or the front office can commit to a full rebuild for the first time in ages. If the organization chooses […]

The San Francisco Giants haven’t seen a player hit 30 home runs in a season since Barry Bonds smashed 45 dingers in 2004. That drought might finally end with the arrival of shortstop Willy Adames, who brings power and potential to a team struggling to replicate its legendary slugger’s offensive production. Adames, who recently agreed […]

The San Francisco Giants have made a major splash this offseason, agreeing to a seven-year, $182 million contract with shortstop Willy Adames. The deal, pending a physical, represents the largest contract in Giants franchise history, surpassing the $167 million deal previously awarded to catcher and current team president Buster Posey. “BREAKING: Shortstop Willy Adames and […]

The San Francisco Giants have a new front office looking to rebound from a disappointing 2024 season. A bright spot was Matt Chapman, who signed a long-term extension during his first year in San Francisco. He won another Gold Glove at third base, his fifth in seven seasons. The Giants need a shortstop and may […]

The anticipation surrounding Japanese pitching sensation Roki Sasaki’s potential move to MLB continues to grow. The Los Angeles Dodgers are emerging as the favorite to secure his services. According to industry sources, Sasaki has already decided where he wants to sign, with the Dodgers considered the “most likely” destination. “Industry belief is that Roki Sasaki […]

Corbin Burnes has been one of the game’s best pitchers for the last five years, and he has earned that label while playing at an affordable rate for small-market ballclubs. He now has the opportunity to capitalize on his success with a substantial contract in free agency. Though, it might behoove him to be patient […]

The San Francisco Giants have a brand new front office after a disappointing 80-win season. They signed third baseman Matt Chapman to a long-term extension and are looking to add more infielders. Over in Milwaukee, the Brewers clinched the NL Central because of a great season from shortstop Willy Adames. Now, Adames could be headed […]

Losing Blake Snell to the division-rival Los Angeles Dodgers is a tough pill for the San Francisco Giants to swallow. After an inconsistent but ultimately dominant 2024 season, Snell signed a lucrative five-year, $182 million deal with the Dodgers, leaving the Giants scrambling to fill the void. While San Francisco boasts some intriguing arms in […]

After a storied 14-year career, Brandon Crawford, one of the San Francisco Giants’ most beloved players, has officially announced his retirement from professional baseball. In a heartfelt Instagram post, Crawford reflected on his incredible journey and expressed gratitude for the opportunities and experiences the game gave him. Crawford’s career began with a dream that many […]

The San Francisco Giants, much like every other team in the NL West, have played fodder to the Los Angeles Dodgers’ dominance over the past decade or so. On Tuesday, this worrying trend for the Giants continued, as Blake Snell, in essence, used San Francisco as a stepping stone to secure a long-term deal from […]