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7 free-agent pitching targets for the Giants

This story was excerpted from Maria Guardado’s Giants Beat newsletter. To read the full newsletter, click here. And subscribe to get it regularly in your inbox. SAN FRANCISCO -- After losing 97 games this season, the Giants will enter the…

Published: Tuesday, 20 October 2026 at 11:05 PM
7 free-agent pitching targets for the Giants
Key Things to Know
  • Maria Guardado identifies seven free-agent pitchers the Giants could target to rebuild their pitching staff this offseason.
  • For the bullpen, the article highlights free-agent relievers Adrian Morejon, David Bednar, and Raisel Iglesias.
  • Potential starting rotation targets include Michael King, Freddy Peralta, Kevin Gausman, and Nick Martinez.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Following a 97-loss season, the San Francisco Giants are expected to target pitching reinforcements in free agency to address major rotation and bullpen needs. With Buster Posey prioritizing the pitching staff, reporter Maria Guardado highlights seven potential free-agent targets: relievers Adrian Morejon, David Bednar, and Raisel Iglesias, alongside starting pitchers Michael King, Freddy Peralta, Kevin Gausman, and Nick Martinez.

San Francisco requires depth due to Tommy John surgeries sidelining Hayden Birdsong, Carson Whisenhunt, Trevor McDonald, and Blade Tidwell. Guardado outlines viable options ranging from experienced closers like Bednar and Iglesias to rotation candidates like former Giant Gausman and King, who is widely expected to opt out of his current contract.

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