Three potential trade candidates for San Francisco Giants

The San Francisco Giants are in a mess of their own making.

High-priced players such as third baseman Matt Chapman, shortstop Willy Adames, outfielder Jung Hoo Lee and first baseman Rafael Devers have disappointed. The Giants reportedly want to unload those contracts to have a do-over on their roster, but that may be easier said than done.

That does not mean that the Giants will be quiet at the trade deadline. They have some players who could be of interest to a contending team. Let's take a look at three players on the Giants who could be on the move.

Three potential trade candidates for the Giants

Infielder Luis Arraez

Arraez has typically been a difficult player to quantify. He was a throwback to another era, hitting for a high average and making a great deal of contact, but he did not hit for power or draw walks. His defensive limitations further decreased his value, leading to his landing a one-year contract with the Giants.

This season has been different. Arraez has posted a .324/.361/.434 batting line over his 273 plate appearances, hitting two homers and 13 doubles. He has also become a solid defensive option at second, having saved three runs at the keystone. His solid offensive profile and improved defense could make Arraez an interesting option for teams looking to upgrade at second base at the deadline.

Starting pitcher Robbie Ray

The 2026 season has been difficult for Ray. He has completed five innings just once in his last five starts as he has struggled with his command. Those outings have inflated his overall numbers as Ray has a 4.12 ERA and a 1.404 WHiP over his 67.2 innings, striking out 63 batters with 36 walks.

A free agent after this season, Ray could be a buy-low option for a team looking to improve their rotation. He was an All-Star in 2025 and had a 2.76 ERA and a 1.095 WHiP over his first 45.2 innings covering eight starts. Even with his recent struggles, Ray has still taken the ball every fifth day. If Ray can rediscover his form, he could be a difference-maker for a contending team.

Shortstop Willy Adames

Chances are, Adames will not be traded. He has a full no-trade clause in his contract and is due another $155.7 million over the next five years. His overall performance entering Sunday - a .246/.292/.453 batting line with 11 homers and 18 doubles in his 294 plate appearances - has been solid, but not nearly worth that contract.

However, Adames has been on fire over the past few weeks. He has posted a .317/.374/.635 batting line in his 115 plate appearances since May 10, hitting eight homers and seven doubles. The Giants would likely need to pick up a significant portion of his contract, and may need to send a solid prospect as part of the trade package, but it is becoming more possible that Adames could be on the move.