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Willie Mccovey News / McCovey Chronicles / December 17

2026 Willie McCovey Memorial Community Prospect List No. 20

The holidays are right around the corner, and so is another benchmark event: the halfway mark of the 2026 Willie McCovey Memorial Community Prospect List.

Joey Lucchesi News / McCovey Chronicles / December 17

Player review: Joey Lucchesi

2025 stats: 38 G, 38.1 IP, 3.76 ERA, 3.53 xERA, 1.23 WHIP, .253 opp. BA, 7.28 K/9, 2.82 BB/9 Joey Lucchesi made his Major League debut for San Diego in 2018.

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Adrian Houser News / Just Baseball / December 17

Giants Bolster Back of Rotation by Signing Adrian Houser

One thing was absolutely certain for the San Francisco Giants heading into this offseason: Their focus was going to be on the pitching staff rather than the position players.

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25 MLB players on the brink of stardom in 2026

The stars were out in full force during the 2025 World Series. From Max Scherzer in Toronto to Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, and of course, Shohei Ohtani, in Los Angeles, there was no shortage of the game's best under the brightest lights.

MLB News / Yardbarker / December 16

San Francisco Giants reward Adrian Houser in journey from the scrap heap

The last seven months have likely been a whirlwind for pitcher Adrian Houser.

Bo Bichette reunion with Blue Jays may be most likely outcome

Surprising MLB team joins sweepstakes for Alex Bregman's services

Yankees have one unexpected competitor for Cody Bellinger

Rangers bringing back former World Series champion pitcher

Angels land two-time All-Star pitcher

Front-runner emerging to trade for Diamondbacks' Ketel Marte

San Francisco Giants News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 16

Giants sign intriguing starter, reliever duo in free agency

The San Francisco Giants are making moves this offseason, in the hopes to make the MLB Playoffs in 2026. San Francisco is picking up a relief pitcher who spent the 2025 season in the minor leagues, as well as a proven starter.

Rafael Devers News / San Francisco Giants on SI / December 16

Giants GM Says Rafael Devers Can be ‘Above Average’ First Baseman

In Boston, moving to first base was a bridge to far for Rafael Devers. In San Francisco, he’s starting to look like a good fit. When the Giants made the

San Francisco Giants News / Just Baseball / December 16

MLB Draft Lottery Continues Run of Good Fortune for Giants’ System

It’s been no secret that the San Francisco Giants have struggled to put together a strong system for the better part of the last decade. Outside of some overhyped prospects eventually fizzling, it’s been a long run of mediocrity from the organization in terms of building an above-average farm system.

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The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

Ketel Marte News / San Francisco Giants on SI / December 15

Giants Have Huge Objection to Overcome in Ketel Marte Trade Pursuit

Ketel Marte has become one of the most-pursued names on the trade market. The San Francisco Giants have shown their interest. But there’s a huge obstacle to overcome, per The Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal (subscription required).

Tony Vitello News / A to Z Sports / December 15

Former Vols coach Tony Vitello makes an admission about himself that college baseball fans are going to have a hard time believing

Former Tennessee Vols baseball coach Tony Vitello made an admission about himself last week that most college baseball fans are going to have a hard time believing.

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Willie Mccovey News / McCovey Chronicles / December 15

2026 Willie McCovey Memorial Community Prospect List No. 19

We’re all sitting around waiting for the San Francisco Giants to make some moves. It seems they won’t, so let’s instead look at the prospects, and continue on with our Willie McCovey Memorial Community Prospect List.

Brendan Donovan News / Total Apex Sports / December 15

Why Brendan Donovan is the Perfect Fit for the San Francisco Giants

Brendan Donovan and the San Francisco Giants have been connected recently. Reports indicate that San Francisco has emerged as a front-runner alongside the Seattle Mariners to land Cardinals utility man Brendan Donovan.

Cody Bellinger News / Total Apex Sports / December 15

Giants Rumored Interest in Cody Bellinger Feels Like a Trap

Look, if you are a San Francisco Giants fan, you know the drill by now. The offseason starts, the big names fly off the board, and the Giants are reportedly “interested” in everyone but sign almost no one.

Cody Bellinger News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 14

Giants Showing Interest In Cody Bellinger

It’s been a pretty quiet offseason so far in the Bay Area, though the Giants have at least been linked to several notable trade candidates and free agents. The San Francisco Chronicle’s Susan Slusser adds another big name to the list, writing that the Giants “have checked in on” Cody Bellinger.

San Francisco Giants News / San Francisco Giants on SI / December 13

Giants Stroke of Lottery Luck Leads to Power-Hitting Outfielder in Mock Draft

The San Francisco Giants didn't get the first overall pick in the MLB Draft lottery earlier this week, but they did get lucky. The lottery balls went their way and the Giants ended up moving up to the No.

Cody Bellinger News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 13

Giants rumors: Will San Francisco pursue Cody Bellinger in free agency?

The San Francisco Giants are looking to build a contending ball club. The team has been mired in mediocrity for the past few seasons. Signing a versatile star such as Cody Bellinger could help the Giants take a big step forward.

Parks Harber News / Just Baseball / December 13

Parks Harber Raised Eyebrows With Standout AFL Performance

When it came to the 2025 trade deadline, the San Francisco Giants were stuck in the middle. They began the season as one of the best teams in baseball, tied for the division lead with the eventual World Series-winning Dodgers on June 13.

San Francisco Giants News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 11

Giants rumors: San Francisco interested in adding pitching, but there’s a catch

The San Francisco Giants are looking to the MLB Winter Meetings to bolster their starting pitching. But Buster Posey might need some time to build the Giants’ rotation, according to an article by Robert Murray of Fansided.

Michael Kopech News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 10

Giants showing interest in pitcher Michael Kopech

Most of the buzz surrounding the Giants this winter has involved the team’s pursuits of position players or rotation help, yet the bullpen stands out as a significant need for the team since Randy Rodriguez will miss the 2026 season due to Tommy John surgery.

Jeff Kent News / Yardbarker / December 7