The San Francisco Giants are pulling out all the stops this offseason, and honestly, it’s about time.
For starters, they’ve snagged Willy Adames, a player who doesn’t just fill a hole in their lineup but practically screams, “We’re serious about winning again!”
With a seven-year, $182 million deal, Adames is now the highest-paid player in franchise history.
When you look at his performance, Adames is coming off a season with the Milwaukee Brewers where he crushed 32 home runs.
He’s even had two 30-homer seasons in the last three years.
And that’s not bad for a shortstop.
At just 29 years old, he’s bringing that kind of power to Oracle Park, where the Giants have been a little too quiet offensively.
Adding him to the lineup can also shift Tyler Fitzgerald, who had a breakout year in 2024 with 15 home runs, over to second base.
So, with one move, they’ve solved two problems.
Smart, right?
But of course, this isn’t just about the stats.
The Giants have struggled to find their identity since that incredible 107-win season in 2021.
And when you think about how promising that year felt, it’s been disappointing to see three years of middle-of-the-road baseball follow.
As a result, it cost Farhan Zaidi his job as head of baseball operations, and now Buster Posey—yes, that Buster Posey—is calling the shots.
Clearly, Posey knows what it takes to win, and he’s not wasting time playing it safe.
But here’s the exciting part: they’re not done yet.
As it happens, Adames himself is already stepping into a leadership role and playing recruiter.
For example, he’s reached out to his former Milwaukee teammate, Corbin Burnes, and if you’re not excited about that possibility, you should be.
Burnes is one of the best pitchers in the league—a Cy Young winner who could completely change the Giants’ rotation.
Just imagine watching him pitch at Oracle Park, with its pitcher-friendly dimensions effectively made for a guy like him.
While the Giants remain “in the thick” of negotiations, Adames has described his recruitment pitch as “really, really positive,” but he didn’t share much. Still, it’s enough to set off excitement and hopeful chatter.
When you consider the Giants’ situation, they’re reportedly deep in the Burnes sweepstakes, and it makes perfect sense.
After all, they need someone to step into the gap left by Blake Snell, who bolted to the Dodgers on a five-year, $182 million deal.
If they can land Burnes, it would be a massive upgrade for the Giants, giving them a real shot to compete in a division where the Dodgers seem to own the top spot year after year.
While they’re working hard in the free-agent market, the Giants are also exploring some trades.
For example, two big names popping up in trade rumors are Lamonte Wade Jr. and Mike Yastrzemski.
Wade had a solid couple of years, with 30 doubles, 25 home runs, and a 4.8 WAR over the last two seasons.
Since he’s a free agent after 2025, there’s a chance the Giants want to cash in on his value now.
As a result, he’s an appealing option for a lot of teams that need a dependable first baseman.
Then, when it comes to Yastrzemski, he’s the kind of player every team likes to have—steady, consistent, and able to deliver in big moments.
Over his six seasons, he’s posted a WAR of at least 2.0 every year.
So, while he’s not a superstar, he’s very solid.
Plus, he’s got power at the plate; he hit at least 15 home runs in five of his six seasons (the one exception being the COVID-shortened 2020).
If any team is looking for a left-handed hitter who can also hold his own in the outfield, Yastrzemski is a very tempting option.
Since the Giants are considering trading these veterans, they could use the moves to address other needs.
For instance, they’ve reportedly been looking at corner outfielders this offseason, and there’s still plenty of time to make another splash in the market, especially since it’s been moving slowly.
Additionally, let’s not forget the first-base situation.
Even though Wade’s been reliable, the Giants might want a temporary fix until their top prospect, Bryce Eldridge, is ready for the big leagues.
When you look back at their recent struggles, this aggressive approach feels like a necessary shift.
Do you remember how close they came to landing Aaron Judge?
Or the buzz around Shohei Ohtani?
Well, neither worked out.
And this year, they stayed out of the Juan Soto sweepstakes altogether.
Instead of chasing just one big-name player, they’re clearly focusing on building a more balanced, well-rounded team, and to be honest, that feels like the smarter call.
But what’s refreshing is the sense of urgency from this front office.
Posey isn’t sitting around, hoping things will magically get better.
He’s actively making moves.
And with Adames on board, this offseason already feels like a win.
But if they add Burnes or pull off a few savvy trades, it could take things to a new level.
Now, the Giants are looking like a team that’s finally ready to get back into the mix as serious contenders.
After a few years of being stuck in the middle, it’s about time fans had something to be excited about.
If Adames performs as expected, Burnes signs on, and the trades pan out, this could start a thrilling new chapter for San Francisco.