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MLB Rumors: Insider Refutes Recent SF Giants Rumors, Names Likely Trade Candidates
TL;DR
The San Francisco Giants, despite high payroll and underperformance, may not aggressively pursue trades as previously rumored. Insider Robert Murray refutes claims about the team wanting to unload key players like Rafael Devers and Matt Chapman.
Key points
- San Francisco Giants have a high payroll but poor performance
- Recent trade rumors may not be accurate
- Insider Robert Murray refutes aggressive selling claims
- Giants optimistic about players like Rafael Devers
- Devers has a strong OPS in May
San Francisco Giants
The San Francisco Giants have one of the highest payrolls in MLB this season yet sit well below the .500 line in late May. It’s led to recent MLB trade rumors about the club being sellers this summer, but it might not be quite as aggressive as first reported.
Less than a week after Bob Nightengale of USA Today reported that the Giants “would love to unload” Rafael Devers, Matt Chapman, Willy Adames and Jung Hoo Lee, MLB insider Robert Murray of Fansided has refuted that information.
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The Giants front office is reportedly “optimistic” regarding all four players getting back on track. There have already been promising signs of a turnaround at the plate from Devers, who entered MLB games today with a 1.078 OPS in May with 3 home runs.
Adames, the club’s only viable option at shortstop for the foreseeable future, is also performing better as of late. He boasts a .333/.344/.367 triple-slash line in his last 30 at-bats, recording 5 RBI in that span.
Q&A
What did MLB insider Robert Murray say about the Giants' trade rumors?
Robert Murray refuted recent trade rumors, stating the Giants may not be as aggressive in selling players as previously reported.
Which players were rumored to be traded by the San Francisco Giants?
The players rumored for trade included Rafael Devers, Matt Chapman, Willy Adames, and Jung Hoo Lee.
How is Rafael Devers performing this season for the Giants?
Rafael Devers has shown promising signs with a 1.078 OPS in May, including three home runs.
