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Nothing new necessarily on this front, but Buster Olney of ESPN reiterated a frequent #SFGiants rumor:
“…there is a presumption that [Max] Scherzer could pitch for his good friend and new San Francisco Giants manager Tony Vitello.”
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“…there is a presumption that [Max] Scherzer could pitch for his good friend and new San Francisco Giants manager Tony Vitello.”
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What Buster Olney, Jeff Passan are hearing about Schwarber's suitors, top free agents and blockbuster trades
Here's our latest intel heading into the MLB winter meetings, starting with the slugger who holds the key to the offseason.
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December 5, 2025 at 4:38 PM
Nothing new necessarily on this front, but Buster Olney of ESPN reiterated a frequent #SFGiants rumor:
“…there is a presumption that [Max] Scherzer could pitch for his good friend and new San Francisco Giants manager Tony Vitello.”
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“…there is a presumption that [Max] Scherzer could pitch for his good friend and new San Francisco Giants manager Tony Vitello.”
www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/...
Who knows how Tony Vitello's coaching staff will play out, but with the hires he has made so far, they all bring an interesting pedigree and (in many cases) forward-thinking approach to baseball that the Giants need. On paper, this feels like a good foundation for the staff...
December 4, 2025 at 4:42 PM
Who knows how Tony Vitello's coaching staff will play out, but with the hires he has made so far, they all bring an interesting pedigree and (in many cases) forward-thinking approach to baseball that the Giants need. On paper, this feels like a good foundation for the staff...
During Ron Washington’s time with the Braves (2017 - 2023), Atlanta’s infield with 10th with 27 Outs Above Average. The last season he was there was rough (-17 OAA), but they had lost Dansby Swanson in the prior offseason #SFGiants
December 4, 2025 at 3:07 PM
During Ron Washington’s time with the Braves (2017 - 2023), Atlanta’s infield with 10th with 27 Outs Above Average. The last season he was there was rough (-17 OAA), but they had lost Dansby Swanson in the prior offseason #SFGiants
Chris Bassitt checks off a lot of boxes for the #SFGiants. Throws strikes, keeps the ball on the ground, still relatively effective, and soaks up innings. The cost is probably right around where they are looking so spend. They could do worse.
December 3, 2025 at 10:29 PM
Chris Bassitt checks off a lot of boxes for the #SFGiants. Throws strikes, keeps the ball on the ground, still relatively effective, and soaks up innings. The cost is probably right around where they are looking so spend. They could do worse.
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Cody Ponce is going to Toronto on a 3-year, $30 million deal that crushed industry estimates, via @ken-rosenthal.bsky.social . Giants were involved but market got beyond them. Jays moved quickly to replace Chris Bassitt and Max Scherzer with Dylan Cease and Ponce. Will one or both be SF-bound now? 🤔
December 3, 2025 at 12:00 AM
Cody Ponce is going to Toronto on a 3-year, $30 million deal that crushed industry estimates, via @ken-rosenthal.bsky.social . Giants were involved but market got beyond them. Jays moved quickly to replace Chris Bassitt and Max Scherzer with Dylan Cease and Ponce. Will one or both be SF-bound now? 🤔
The MLB phase of the Rule 5 draft is next week, and rosters can change a lot between now and then. Currently, 10 teams would not be eligible due to having no room on the 40-man roster and 4 teams have 39 players on their roster. Recently, the draft has ranged from 10-18 choices.
December 2, 2025 at 11:05 PM
The MLB phase of the Rule 5 draft is next week, and rosters can change a lot between now and then. Currently, 10 teams would not be eligible due to having no room on the 40-man roster and 4 teams have 39 players on their roster. Recently, the draft has ranged from 10-18 choices.
At a minimum, the Giants need to find a way to replace the 150+ quality rotation innings thrown by Justin Verlander in 2025. They should also hedge against potential regression from Robbie Ray, so adding 2 veteran makes a lot of sense on paper.
December 2, 2025 at 2:17 AM
At a minimum, the Giants need to find a way to replace the 150+ quality rotation innings thrown by Justin Verlander in 2025. They should also hedge against potential regression from Robbie Ray, so adding 2 veteran makes a lot of sense on paper.
There is (at least) one trait that stands out about the #SFGiants pitching additions so far this offseason. They all have high ground ball rates
Sam Hentges: 53.4% career GB rate
Reiver Sanmartin: 53.6% career GB rate
Wilkin Ramos: GB rates > 50% in nearly every MiLB season
Sam Hentges: 53.4% career GB rate
Reiver Sanmartin: 53.6% career GB rate
Wilkin Ramos: GB rates > 50% in nearly every MiLB season
November 29, 2025 at 6:44 PM
There is (at least) one trait that stands out about the #SFGiants pitching additions so far this offseason. They all have high ground ball rates
Sam Hentges: 53.4% career GB rate
Reiver Sanmartin: 53.6% career GB rate
Wilkin Ramos: GB rates > 50% in nearly every MiLB season
Sam Hentges: 53.4% career GB rate
Reiver Sanmartin: 53.6% career GB rate
Wilkin Ramos: GB rates > 50% in nearly every MiLB season
I appreciate the help, spellcheck, but I was actually trying to spell Wiemer.
November 28, 2025 at 9:06 PM
I appreciate the help, spellcheck, but I was actually trying to spell Wiemer.
Being around family during the holidays that you don’t see often can lead to awkward silences, which is why I always recommend turning to politics and religion as icebreaker topics. 60% of the time, it works all the time.
November 28, 2025 at 4:02 AM
Being around family during the holidays that you don’t see often can lead to awkward silences, which is why I always recommend turning to politics and religion as icebreaker topics. 60% of the time, it works all the time.
Throughout his career, Sam Hentges has been more effective against LHH. Much of the damage against RHH came in his first year when he was still used as a starter. Since 2022, he has been similarly effective (.559 OPS against LHH, .614 OPS against RHH) in those matchups #SFGiants
November 27, 2025 at 5:49 PM
Throughout his career, Sam Hentges has been more effective against LHH. Much of the damage against RHH came in his first year when he was still used as a starter. Since 2022, he has been similarly effective (.559 OPS against LHH, .614 OPS against RHH) in those matchups #SFGiants
Sam Hentges has pitched to a 4.18 ERA across 4 seasons with the Guardians. This includes a 2.93 ERA in 138 appearances since 2022. Hentges has been bothered by shoulder injuries over the past couple of seasons. The Giants' 40-man roster is now full.
November 27, 2025 at 5:28 PM
Sam Hentges has pitched to a 4.18 ERA across 4 seasons with the Guardians. This includes a 2.93 ERA in 138 appearances since 2022. Hentges has been bothered by shoulder injuries over the past couple of seasons. The Giants' 40-man roster is now full.
15 MLB executives voted in a poll of which team will sign Tatsuya Imai, with the #SFGiants leading the way with 5 of those votes. That would be, as the kids say these days, "cool" of the Giants to get it done.
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MLB execs predict the offseason: Where will top free agent pitchers land? Does Tucker get $400 million?
We surveyed the sport on the biggest free agents and top trade candidates as baseball's hot stove heats up.
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November 26, 2025 at 8:13 PM
15 MLB executives voted in a poll of which team will sign Tatsuya Imai, with the #SFGiants leading the way with 5 of those votes. That would be, as the kids say these days, "cool" of the Giants to get it done.
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I want to thank the Ballengee Group for allowing me to chat with #SFGiants pitching prospect Spencer miles. We discussed his pro journey so far, his experience in the AFL, and which pitchers he models himself after. Hope you enjoy!
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Hard-throwing SF Giants pitching prospect sets high expectations after promising AFL campaign
Hard-throwing SF Giants pitching prospect Spencer Miles just completed a successful stint in the Arizona Fall League (AFL), but he is now looking toward the fut
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November 25, 2025 at 4:43 PM
I want to thank the Ballengee Group for allowing me to chat with #SFGiants pitching prospect Spencer miles. We discussed his pro journey so far, his experience in the AFL, and which pitchers he models himself after. Hope you enjoy!
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I like how Matt Cain got Cain'd for much of his career, then reached the 2010 playoffs and was like, "Okay, I'm just not gonna give up any runs anymore."
November 25, 2025 at 12:24 AM
I like how Matt Cain got Cain'd for much of his career, then reached the 2010 playoffs and was like, "Okay, I'm just not gonna give up any runs anymore."
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Josuar Gonzalez vs. Luis Hernandez vs. Jhonny Level will be a fascinating discussion next year. Each has their own very unique path to the majors. Gonzalez, the best glove and athlete, Hernandez with feel and power, Level with a bit of everything.
November 24, 2025 at 6:21 PM
Josuar Gonzalez vs. Luis Hernandez vs. Jhonny Level will be a fascinating discussion next year. Each has their own very unique path to the majors. Gonzalez, the best glove and athlete, Hernandez with feel and power, Level with a bit of everything.
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Feels like the rare trade that makes absolutely nobody happy, I love those.
November 23, 2025 at 10:23 PM
Feels like the rare trade that makes absolutely nobody happy, I love those.
Highlighting a few recently non-tendered players that could be a fit for the #SFGiants
Mark Leiter Jr.
Legacy Giant. If they want to add more strikeouts, he checks that box (10.1 K/9). Healthy 47.1% ground ball rate. Quality splitter/curveball. Upside as a middle reliever.
Mark Leiter Jr.
Legacy Giant. If they want to add more strikeouts, he checks that box (10.1 K/9). Healthy 47.1% ground ball rate. Quality splitter/curveball. Upside as a middle reliever.
November 22, 2025 at 7:13 PM
Highlighting a few recently non-tendered players that could be a fit for the #SFGiants
Mark Leiter Jr.
Legacy Giant. If they want to add more strikeouts, he checks that box (10.1 K/9). Healthy 47.1% ground ball rate. Quality splitter/curveball. Upside as a middle reliever.
Mark Leiter Jr.
Legacy Giant. If they want to add more strikeouts, he checks that box (10.1 K/9). Healthy 47.1% ground ball rate. Quality splitter/curveball. Upside as a middle reliever.
A few good nuggets in his about the #SFGiants with Mark Feinsand listing them as a team to watch in this market. He cites an industry source that believes they will get someone out of this year’s group.
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November 22, 2025 at 4:22 AM
A few good nuggets in his about the #SFGiants with Mark Feinsand listing them as a team to watch in this market. He cites an industry source that believes they will get someone out of this year’s group.
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To summarize, the #SFGiants made the following moves today:
-DFA'd Andrew Knizner
-Traded for Joey Wiemer
-Non-tendered Joey Lucchesi
-Tendered JT Brubaker a contract for 2026
The 40-man roster now stands at 39.
-DFA'd Andrew Knizner
-Traded for Joey Wiemer
-Non-tendered Joey Lucchesi
-Tendered JT Brubaker a contract for 2026
The 40-man roster now stands at 39.
November 21, 2025 at 11:27 PM
To summarize, the #SFGiants made the following moves today:
-DFA'd Andrew Knizner
-Traded for Joey Wiemer
-Non-tendered Joey Lucchesi
-Tendered JT Brubaker a contract for 2026
The 40-man roster now stands at 39.
-DFA'd Andrew Knizner
-Traded for Joey Wiemer
-Non-tendered Joey Lucchesi
-Tendered JT Brubaker a contract for 2026
The 40-man roster now stands at 39.
In addition to occasional power and quality defense, Joey Wiemer is also a pretty decent runner. Has 84 steals in 99 opportunities in the minors. He does a few things well that is weighed down by a well below-average hit tool.
November 21, 2025 at 7:55 PM
In addition to occasional power and quality defense, Joey Wiemer is also a pretty decent runner. Has 84 steals in 99 opportunities in the minors. He does a few things well that is weighed down by a well below-average hit tool.
The #SFGiants have to make a decision on 3 arbitration-eligible players before the end of today. Those players (and projected salaries for 2026 per @mlbtraderumors) are below:
Joey Lucchesi: ($2M)
Andrew Knizner: ($1.3M)
JT Brubaker: ($2.1M)
Joey Lucchesi: ($2M)
Andrew Knizner: ($1.3M)
JT Brubaker: ($2.1M)
November 21, 2025 at 2:39 PM
The #SFGiants have to make a decision on 3 arbitration-eligible players before the end of today. Those players (and projected salaries for 2026 per @mlbtraderumors) are below:
Joey Lucchesi: ($2M)
Andrew Knizner: ($1.3M)
JT Brubaker: ($2.1M)
Joey Lucchesi: ($2M)
Andrew Knizner: ($1.3M)
JT Brubaker: ($2.1M)
According to this, the Giants have re-signed Osleivis Basabe to a minor league deal. He briefly spent time on their 40-man roster in 2025. With Sacramento, he posted a .721 OPS with 14 home runs and 56 RBI in 477 plate appearances.
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Minor League Transactions: Nov. 7–18, 2025
A summary of minor league maneuvering over the past two weeks.
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November 20, 2025 at 11:45 PM
According to this, the Giants have re-signed Osleivis Basabe to a minor league deal. He briefly spent time on their 40-man roster in 2025. With Sacramento, he posted a .721 OPS with 14 home runs and 56 RBI in 477 plate appearances.
www.baseballamerica.com/stories/mino...
www.baseballamerica.com/stories/mino...
I do want to thank NPG Sports for allowing me to chat with
Charlie Szykowny about what led to his power surge in 2025, where he was when he was drafted, and what he has heard from other Giants minor leaguers about Tony Vitello.
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Charlie Szykowny about what led to his power surge in 2025, where he was when he was drafted, and what he has heard from other Giants minor leaguers about Tony Vitello.
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SF Giants power-hitting prospect discusses home run surge in 2025
SF Giants power-hitting prospect Charlie Szykowny was third among Giants minor leaguers with 21 home runs in 2025. He sat down with Around the Foghorn to discus
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November 20, 2025 at 4:25 PM
I do want to thank NPG Sports for allowing me to chat with
Charlie Szykowny about what led to his power surge in 2025, where he was when he was drafted, and what he has heard from other Giants minor leaguers about Tony Vitello.
aroundthefoghorn.com/sf-giants-po...
Charlie Szykowny about what led to his power surge in 2025, where he was when he was drafted, and what he has heard from other Giants minor leaguers about Tony Vitello.
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I'd been hearing that Tony Vitello was trying to bring his Tennessee pitching coach, Frank Anderson, with him to San Francisco. Now Baseball America is reporting that it's going to happen. Justin Meccage and Anderson (father of former A's LHP Brett Anderson) will lead the Giants pitching staff.
November 20, 2025 at 2:33 AM
I'd been hearing that Tony Vitello was trying to bring his Tennessee pitching coach, Frank Anderson, with him to San Francisco. Now Baseball America is reporting that it's going to happen. Justin Meccage and Anderson (father of former A's LHP Brett Anderson) will lead the Giants pitching staff.