The San Francisco Giants head into the offseason with just four players eligible for arbitration: Mike Yastrzemski, LaMonte Wade Jr., Tyler Rogers, and Camilo Doval. New President of Baseball Operations, Buster Posey, may decide to keep all four as part of his strategy to strengthen the team under his leadership.
Yastrzemski, an essential outfielder, brings a solid left-handed bat and strong defensive skills, while Wade’s ability to play both first base and the outfield has been crucial to the team’s success. Both have contributed significantly to the offense. According to MLB Trade Rumors, the pair is projected to earn a combined $14.2M, with Yastrzemski at $9.5M and Wade at $4.7M.
On the pitching side, Rogers, a reliable side-arming reliever, has been a consistent force in the bullpen, excelling in both high-pressure and middle-inning situations. His projected $5.5M salary reflects his value and veteran stability.
Doval, the former closer who was briefly sent to the minors during the season, is the biggest uncertainty. Despite a $4.6M projection—an increase from his $770k pre-arbitration salary—this is lower than what would typically be expected for a closer with 92 career saves. Doval was optioned to Triple-A in August after posting a 4.70 ERA and struggled further with a 5.40 ERA upon his return. He narrowly avoided a potential financial misstep by turning down a $50M multi-year extension, reportedly aiming for a contract closer to the $102M deal Edwin Díaz secured with the New York Mets.
Posey will need to navigate the arbitration process carefully, but keeping these key players could provide a strong foundation for the Giants’ 2025 season. With all four playing pivotal roles in the team’s lineup and bullpen, retaining them through arbitration would help Posey as he builds the next chapter of the Giants’ competitive future.
