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Oct 14, 2021; San Francisco, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers right fielder Mookie Betts (50) reacts after hitting a single as first base coach Clayton McCullough (86) and San Francisco Giants first baseman Wilmer Flores (41) look on during the sixth inning in game five of the 2021 NLDS at Oracle Park. At right is first base umpire Gabe Morales (47). Mandatory Credit: Neville E. Guard-USA TODAY Sports
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Oct 14, 2021; San Francisco, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers right fielder Mookie Betts (50) reacts after hitting a single as first base coach Clayton McCullough (86) and San Francisco Giants first baseman Wilmer Flores (41) look on during the sixth inning in game five of the 2021 NLDS at Oracle Park. At right is first base umpire Gabe Morales (47). Mandatory Credit: Neville E. Guard-USA TODAY Sports
After a great 2023, the process of a better 2024 season has started on an engaging note. The reason behind it is the will of multiple teams to splash money signing the superstar players. Because of this, many consider the New York Mets, the Yankees, and the Los Angeles Dodgers as the highest spenders this season, and upcoming winter meetings may witness a glimpse of it. However, there is a “team to watch” in next week’s Winter Meetings.
Given the availability of skilled players like Shohei Ohtani, Yoshinobu Yamamoto, and more, chances are there of huge money flowing in this offseason window. Thus, traditional high-spenders consider themselves winners in this race of making the deal. However, it seems the 2014 World Series winners are in the mood to change it.
San Francisco Giants to uncover the mystery with a splash of money
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The San Francisco Giants are a team with low spending. The reason behind this is their 2023 payroll which accounted just around the league’s average. Plus, their spending in the last few seasons adds to the case. However, the Giants are planning to change it.
The #SFGiants are prioritizing Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto in free-agency, per @jonmorosi
Morosi calls SF a “team to watch” as we head into next week’s Winter Meetings. pic.twitter.com/Anrig6T14V
— MLB Deadline News (@MLBDeadlineNews) November 28, 2023
According to an update, the former champions have plans to sign Ohtani and Yamamoto this season. Given that the combined estimations for both players are more than $ 700 million, it would need something special from the Giants to make it. However, are they reaching this goal? Well, according to reports, it seems they are.
Giants appear among the top three contenders to sign Soto
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In the competitive sphere, only the best can win. Though there are exceptions to it, the consensus backs the former. This is why sporting teams spend money to sign the best players in the market. The same is the case with MLB. The Giants have also accepted it and are ready to change their approach.
According to the Forbes, the Giants are reportedly interested in Soto due to their well-documented desire for Cody Bellinger. They are considered one of the top three contenders to acquire him, alongside the Yankees and Chicago Cubs, as indicated by various sources.
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Apart from that, the San Francisco Giants want to add more with the signings of Ohtani and Yamamoto. But given the competition, it will be tough for them to achieve this and may need extra effort. Will they be able to pull up a heist? Let us know your take on this in the comments.
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