Locked On Giants – Daily Podcast On The San Francisco Giants

With the free-agent pitching market drying up, could the Giants pivot to the trade market — and aim big? On today’s episode of Locked On Giants, we break down why San Francisco could shift its focus to a potential trade for Sandy Alcantara, what that would cost, and whether it aligns with the Giants’ current timeline. We also run through the 19 non-roster invitees heading to Spring Training, what that says about organizational depth, and how the Giants should be thinking about the closer role heading into camp. It’s a look at where the Giants still have flexibility — and where pres...

Framber Valdez is off the board — and the Giants are left staring at another major offseason inflection point. On today’s episode of Locked On Giants, we react to Valdez landing in Detroit, what that says about the pitching market, and whether San Francisco is truly finished making moves. Are the Giants done, or is something still coming? We also dive into Keith Law’s latest thoughts on the Giants’ farm system beyond Bryce Eldridge, and what the broader prospect outlook tells us about the organization’s timeline. It’s a candid look at where the Giants stand right now — balanc...

Larry Baer weighs in on the Dodgers — and it opens the door to a much bigger conversation about where the Giants stand right now. We break down Baer’s comments, the widening gap in philosophy between San Francisco and Los Angeles, and whether the Giants are truly equipped to keep pace. Plus, Keith Law raises serious questions about Bryce Eldridge’s development path — should the Giants slow things down and start him in Triple-A, or is the organization mishandling its top prospect? We also dive into the growing mystery around the Giants’ coaching staff, why the lack of clarity is becomin...

The Giants came up short — again. San Francisco misses out on Brendan Donovan as the Mariners land him for a package that raises real questions about why the Giants couldn’t get a deal done. We break down what Seattle gave up, why the price tag feels manageable, and what this says about the Giants’ approach to the trade market right now. Plus, it’s official: Jung Hoo Lee is moving to right field, reshaping the outfield alignment. We also dive into the strange free-agent limbo around Framber Valdez, why it feels like the league may be sending a message...

The Giants made their move — and it wasn’t the one they kept hinting at. San Francisco signs Luis Arraez to a one-year, $12 million deal, adding one of baseball’s best pure contact hitters to the lineup. We break down what Arraez brings, how he fits into the projected lineup, and why this signing feels at odds with the organization’s repeated emphasis on defense and pitching. Using reporting from MLB Trade Rumors and Alex Pavlovic, we dig into why the Giants went this direction, what it says about their priorities, and what might come next — from Casey Schmitt’s role to th...

The Giants might not be done yet. Mark Feinsand lists San Francisco as one of the eight teams that could still have a major move up their sleeve — and the timing is getting interesting. We break down what that actually means, where the Giants are still active behind the scenes, and why trade talks for players like CJ Abrams and Brendan Donovan reveal how aggressive (or selective) this front office really is. Plus, a look at the latest Giants news, including a minor-league signing, an unexpected lawsuit storyline, and why the Giants’ pivot away from a difficult trade market coul...

The Giants didn’t just kick the tires — they went aggressive. New reporting reveals San Francisco pushed hard for Nationals shortstop CJ Abrams, but Washington’s asking price was steep: five prospects, including top shortstop Josuar Gonzalez. We break down why the Giants ultimately walked away, what this tells us about how the front office values its farm system, and whether holding firm was the right call. Plus, a deeper conversation about the infield: should Casey Schmitt finally be given a real opportunity, and why Tyler Fitzgerald’s past evaluations matter more than fans might think. We also take a look a...

The Giants make another offseason move, signing Harrison Bader — but what does it actually tell us about their plan? We break down the Bader signing, how it fits with San Francisco’s emphasis on defense and versatility, and whether this move signals the next step or simply rounds out the roster. Plus, a look back at the Giants’ offseason decisions so far under Tony Vitello and the front office, including additions like Adrian Houser, Tyler Mahle, Sam Hentges, and Jason Foley. We also dive into Keith Law’s Top 100 prospects list and what it says about the Giants’ farm system, hi...

With the offseason clock ticking, Grant Brisbee ranks the best remaining free-agent fits for the Giants — and it raises real questions about how much flexibility San Francisco still has to improve this roster. We break down Brisbee’s list, where the Giants can realistically upgrade, and how the market is shifting as big names come off the board. Plus, a full winter roundup including Max Scherzer’s unusual free-agency strategy, the massive MacKenzie Gore trade that reshapes expectations for pitching deals, and why the Rangers’ aggressive move matters for teams like the Giants. We also spotlight one of the organiza...

Bryce Eldridge finally addressed the trade rumors — and his message to Giants fans was loud and clear. Speaking at Fan Fest, the Giants’ top power prospect said he wants to be in San Francisco for the long haul, pushing back on speculation that his name could be moved as the offseason drags on. We break down Eldridge’s candid comments, his wrist surgery recovery, and why what he played through last season actually raises his ceiling going forward. Plus, we zoom out to the bigger picture: are the Giants still willing to spend more, or are they approaching another wait-a...

The Giants may finally be circling something real. Jon Heyman reports San Francisco is among the teams checking in on Brewers ace Freddy Peralta, a controllable frontline starter with a manageable salary that fits just about everyone — including the Giants. We break down what Peralta would actually cost, why Milwaukee might move him, and whether this signals a shift from patience to action. Plus, the Cody Bellinger standoff drags on as the Yankees wait and luxury tax penalties loom, forcing the market into another staring contest. We also dive into the Giants operating deep in free agency, potential fits li...

The offseason just tilted — hard. Kyle Tucker lands with the Dodgers on a staggering four-year, $240 million deal that resets the market, while Bo Bichette heads to the Mets on a short-term, opt-out-heavy contract and Ranger Suárez cashes in with the Red Sox. We break down the structure of Tucker’s record-setting deal, why the Dodgers keep winning at the margins, and what Bichette’s Mets fit tells us about today’s shifting free-agent landscape. Plus, a look at who’s still left on the board, why this moment is so frustrating for Giants fans, how these moves reshape the NL race...

Happy Luis Hernández Day to all who celebrate. The Giants officially sign 17-year-old Venezuelan shortstop Luis Hernández for $5 million, and early evaluations suggest this is far more than a long-term lottery ticket. Multiple scouts believe Hernández is advanced enough to jump straight to Class A, with rare maturity, polish, and tool development for his age — making him one of the most MLB-ready international signees in this class. We break down what makes Hernández special, how he fits into a rapidly improving Giants farm system, and what his arrival means alongside elite prospects like Josuar González and...

The Giants are officially in the mix — and this time, it’s not vague interest. According to Jeff Passan, San Francisco is aggressively pursuing a second baseman and is actively engaged in trade talks with the Cubs for Nico Hoerner and the Cardinals for Brendan Donovan. We break down what each player would bring, why the Giants are prioritizing this move now, and how an infield featuring Matt Chapman, Willy Adames, Rafael Devers, and either Hoerner or Donovan could be one of the best in baseball. Plus, a full winter roundup as Alex Bregman lands a massive deal, Bo Bich...

The Giants’ outfield situation just got more complicated — and possibly more intentional. After DFA’ing Justin Dean to make room for Tyler Mahle and losing Joey Wiemer on waivers to Washington, the immediate reaction is fair: has the outfield defense actually improved at all? We break down the glass-half-empty view versus the glass-half-full theory — and why it’s hard to believe the Giants would make these moves without a larger plan in mind. Plus, big-name market updates as Framber Valdez becomes open to shorter deals, teams show a growing preference for Cody Bellinger over Kyle Tucker, and the Giants continue t...

The Giants are suddenly being linked to some of the biggest remaining names on the market — but what does it actually mean? According to John Heyman and Mark Feinsand, San Francisco has been connected to breakout starter Edward Cabrera and star outfielder Kyle Tucker, even as the overall free-agent market continues to stall. We break down why this offseason has been quieter than expected, how inflated early projections may have missed the mark, and whether the Giants’ patience is strategic or simply a sign their biggest moves are already behind them. Plus, why rival executives believe San Francisco still need...

GM Zack Minasian addressed the Giants’ offseason direction, offering clarity — and raising new questions — about where this roster is headed. Tyler Mahle also spoke, saying he feels the best physically he has since 2021, while Minasian made it clear the Giants are “very comfortable” with their five-man rotation heading into spring, even as Tatsuya Imai signs for less than expected elsewhere. We break down what the Giants’ silence really means, why they may be waiting rather than stalling, and how finances, the RSN landscape, and looming CBA uncertainty could be shaping this offseason. Plus, what’s next for the lineup, whether Posey...

The Giants appear to have rounded out their 2026 rotation, coming to terms with right-hander Tyler Mahle on a one-year deal as they continue to prioritize short-term pitching flexibility. Mahle joins Logan Webb, Robbie Ray, Landen Roupp, and Adrian Houser, signaling a clear strategy shift away from long-term starter commitments — and likely closing the door on a splashier move like Tatsuya Imai, who now looks Houston-bound. We break down what Mahle brings when healthy, why the Giants were comfortable betting on upside and durability risk, and how payroll realities may have shaped this approach. Plus, what this move says about th...

Which Giants star is least likely to actually finish their contract in San Francisco? In today’s episode of Locked On Giants, we dive into the uncomfortable long-term realities surrounding the team’s biggest deals, breaking down Matt Chapman, Willy Adames, and Rafael Devers through age, salary structure, and real roster flexibility. We look past no-trade clauses to ask a more honest question: when contracts collide with timelines, who becomes expendable? Plus, we react to national “Giants should make” lists, spotlight rising prospect Carlos Gutierrez, and examine how the front office may already be planning for tough decisions ahead. This is...

When will the Giants finally make their move? In today’s episode of Locked On Giants, we dig into why the market has gone quiet across MLB and whether the Giants’ patience could actually be working in their favor. We break down when real movement could begin, the Giants’ latest minor-league addition with Nick Margevicius, and what the silence might be telling us about the pitching and trade market as a whole. Plus, we examine how much runway Tony Vitello may actually have compared to recent Giants managers, and what history tells us about ownership timelines. Is this calm before...

What’s the uncomfortable truth about Logan Webb — and are the Giants heading toward a decision fans don’t want to hear? In today’s episode, we dive into Logan Webb’s contract timeline, his looming free agency after the 2028 season, and why the Giants’ long-standing reluctance to pay aging starting pitchers could put them on a collision course with their ace. We break down a thought-provoking argument from McCovey Chronicles on whether the Giants would be better off trading Webb before free agency rather than settling for a qualifying offer — especially with uncertainty around the next CBA. Plus, we discuss wha...

Is the market finally proving the Giants right? In today’s episode, we dive into growing doubts around Tatsuya Imai’s price tag, why the Yankees appear to be out, and whether a short-term “prove it” deal—similar to Munetaka Murakami—could now be the reality. We also break down a group of underrated free agents flying under the radar, including Michael Kopech, Zach Eflin, and José Urquidy, and what they could offer contenders willing to gamble. Plus, we zoom out to the bigger picture: a slower-than-expected offseason, teams hesitating on long-term risk, and whether the Giants’ patience is actually creati...

We break down why the MLB market is clearly cooler than projections, highlighted by Munetaka Murakami settling for a short-term deal after being forecast for a massive payday. We connect that to the Giants’ patient approach, recent roster moves like DFA’ing Wade Meckler and Joey Wiemer, and growing trade buzz across the league. With Bo Bichette increasingly linked to San Francisco, teams making aggressive trades, and evidence mounting that long-term megadeals aren’t materializing, the question becomes: are the Giants waiting wisely — or running out of time? Plus, why trades might be inevitable, and what recent deals around the leag...

What if the Giants’ offseason silence isn’t confusion — but calculation? In today’s episode, we dig into the idea that San Francisco may have read the market better than anyone else. With elite names like Framber Valdez, Ranger Suárez, Kyle Tucker, Cody Bellinger, and Bo Bichette still unsigned, the free-agent market hasn’t moved the way many expected. We compare timelines from past megadeals, question whether early contracts like Cody Ponce’s were overpays, and explore whether the Giants’ patience could pay off as leverage shifts. Plus, Giants interest in Nico Hoerner, what this means for Casey Schmitt, though...

The Giants finally add a starting pitcher, agreeing to a two-year, $22 million deal with Adrian Houser, plus a club option for a third year — signaling a clear shift toward stabilizing the rotation. In today’s episode, we break down Houser’s fit, his recent velocity spike, injury history, and where he slots in a Giants rotation that still needs another arm. We also cover the Jason Foley bullpen addition, what it means for the closer picture, and why the Giants are still shopping at the top of the pitching market with names like Framber Valdez and Zac Gallen lingering. Plus...

The Giants’ offseason messaging is getting harder to decipher. Tyler Rogers heads to Toronto on one of the richest reliever deals of the winter, while San Francisco continues to float between big-name rumors and cost-conscious reality. We break down why the Giants were priced out on Rogers, what that means for the bullpen, and why Brendan Donovan remains a real trade target with Seattle and San Francisco emerging as frontrunners. Plus, mixed signals on Cody Bellinger, conflicting comments from ownership and the front office, and why national voices like Ken Rosenthal are openly confused about the Giants’ plan. We also...

The Giants continue to confuse the baseball world, and even Ken Rosenthal is calling out how unclear their plan is. On today’s show, we break down Rosenthal’s comments about why San Francisco isn’t spending at the top of the market—especially on pitching—despite already committing major dollars to Devers, Adames, and Chapman. We dive into why Bo Bichette and Brenden Donovan make so much sense as targets, how the messaging between Buster Posey and Tony Vitello seems out of sync, and what Posey’s latest comments on Bryce Eldridge really mean. Plus: the latest Winter Meetings rum...

Buster Posey finally opened up on Giants Talk, and his comments about Bryce Eldridge, the organizational hitting philosophy, and the club’s approach to trades sent a clear message: the Giants are listening… but they aren’t eager to move their prized young star. Posey called Eldridge a potential 10–15 year impact bat and emphasized the organization’s belief in contact skills that can grow into power — a philosophy that now shapes everything from trade talks to player development.

We also dig into the growing industry expectation that the Giants’ next major move might come via trade, not free agency. S...

The Giants made a surprise move, trading for former first-round pick Daniel Susac, adding a high-upside catching prospect to a system that’s still searching for long-term answers behind the plate. We break down the scouting report, why the Giants targeted him, and whether this signals anything about the future of Patrick Bailey, Blake Sabol, or the overall catching depth chart.

Plus — Buster Posey and Zack Minasian go out of their way to praise Casey Schmitt as the likely starter at second base, with both leaders highlighting his offensive strides, defensive versatility, and recovery from wrist surgery. Is S...

The Winter Meetings are delivering rumors by the minute — and the Giants are suddenly popping up everywhere. Scott Boras name-drops San Francisco as one of the clubs checking in on Cody Bellinger. The Giants jump up to the No. 4 draft pick. Edwin Díaz heads to the Dodgers. Kyle Schwarber? Staying in Philly. And the biggest twist — yet another former top prospect is gone, as Marco Luciano is claimed off waivers by the Pirates.

Where exactly is this front office heading? Is there a master plan behind these aggressive roster decisions… or another offseason of mixed messaging? We brea...

Winter Meetings are here and the Giants are everywhere in the rumors… without actually doing anything yet. Jon Morosi says San Francisco is active on multiple free-agent starters and “in a good position” to land an upper-tier arm, with Framber Valdez already having met with Giants officials at the GM Meetings. At the same time, Marco Luciano is claimed off waivers by the Pirates, and Shayna Rubin reports that Bryce Eldridge — the organization’s most valuable asset — is not off the table in trade talks. We’ll dig into what that combo really says about this front office: are they gearing u...

The Giants just made one of their best “under-the-radar” additions of the offseason – hiring Ron Washington as their major league infield coach (and possibly third base coach) – and it might end up being as impactful as any player move they make. Today we break down what he brings to San Francisco, how Tony Vitello pushed for him, and why having both Washington and Ron Wotus in the same organization is a massive win for Rafael Devers, Bryce Eldridge, and the entire infield group. We also look at Buster Olney’s note that Max Scherzer could eventually reunite with his good frien...

Are the Giants actually trolling us? Because nobody — media, fans, execs — seems to know what this front office is doing right now. They’re not spending big. They’re not landing top free agents. And now their name keeps popping up in Jeff Passan’s Top Trade Targets list like they’re lurking in the weeds waiting to strike.

So what’s the plan?

Is this disciplined team-building?

Or a masterclass in frustrating fanbases?

We dig into why San Francisco appears to be avoiding the deep end of free agency… why they’re sniffing...

The Giants are interested in WHO now?! Today we break down the report that San Francisco has checked in on Kyle Schwarber — a 33-year-old, bat-first slugger projected for five years and $145 million — and what that says about their offensive identity and willingness to live with brutal defense for big left-handed power at Oracle Park. We’ll also dive into Susan Slusser’s note that the Giants have already spoken with Zac Gallen about a potential bounce-back deal (two years, $42 million), and how he fits into a rotation that just watched Cody Ponce sign a three-year, $30 million contract in Toronto after th...

Where do the Giants go next in the pitching market? Today we break down how Cody Ponce — once viewed as a bargain — is now expected to command a three-year deal north of $30–40 million, blowing past previous KBO return contracts. We look at Lucas Giolito’s projected rebound contract, the price tags for Merrill Kelly, Chris Bassitt, Dustin May, Michael Kopech, and Zack Littell, and what this means for a Giants team that keeps signaling they aren’t all-in for top-tier arms. We also touch on Bob Nightengale’s list of the top 10 trade candidates and where the Giants might fit into tha...

The Giants are backing away from Tatsuya Imai — and the reasons stretch far beyond baseball. Today we break down the latest reporting from Andrew Baggarly that San Francisco is not inclined to spend at the level required to sign Imai or any of the top free-agent arms, despite meeting with Scott Boras and doing full medical homework. We go through why financial realities like Blake Snell’s deferred payments, managerial payouts, private-equity optics, and declining RSN revenue are pushing the Giants toward short-term, lower-cost pitching options instead of real frontline upgrades. We also dig into the long-running Posey–Boras tensio...

Could Freddy Peralta be the sneaky trade target for the Giants? Today we break down why Peralta was named by MLB executives as one of the top trade candidates of the entire winter — tied with Joe Ryan and Ketel Marte — and why his combination of swing-and-miss stuff, team-friendly contract, and playoff experience makes him a perfect fit for what San Francisco claims it wants to build. We look at what a Giants–Brewers trade package might realistically look like, including how a fast-rising Giants prospect (ranked No. 3 on Rotoprospects’ fast risers and No. 4 in the Giants system) could factor into the...

MLB executives just revealed who they believe the Giants will actually land this offseason — and the results are eye-opening. Today we break down Jesse Rogers’ survey of 16 MLB executives and why the Giants were the top predicted destination for Japanese ace Tatsuya Imai, even beating out the Yankees and Dodgers. We go through the exec predictions on Framber Valdez, Dylan Cease, and Ranger Suárez, why the Giants only showed up once in that group, and what it says about their perceived willingness to spend. We also look at the latest buzz on JT Realmuto and why Buster Posey’s influ...

Today we break down a theory that actually makes a lot of sense: are the Giants adding all these outfielders because they’re preparing to move Jung Hoo Lee to right field? With Buster Posey repeatedly emphasizing the need for better outfield defense, the recent additions of Justin Dean and Joey Wiemer look a lot more strategic. Shifting JHL to right could protect his body, take pressure off his transition to MLB, and allow him to focus more on hitting. We dive into why this move lines up with league-wide trends and why a glove-first center fielder makes inconsistent of...

When are the Giants actually going to spend money? That’s the question as the front office continues adding fringe outfielders like Joey Wiemer instead of making the big splash fans are waiting for. Today we break down the Wiemer trade, what his speed, defense, and below-average hit tool really mean, and why his lack of minor-league options raises the stakes immediately. We also look at the flurry of smaller moves — DFA’ing Andrew Knizner, non-tendering Joey Lucchesi, tendering JT Brubaker — and whether these are simply roster cleanups or signs of a bigger plan. On top of that, the Giants h...