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Giants Floated as Trade Destination for Astros’ 6-Time All-Star

The San Francisco Giants have plenty of work ahead of them this offseason, and a potential blockbuster trade could help address one of their biggest weaknesses.After a disappointing 65-97 campaign in 2026, San Francisco faces pressure to improve its pitching…

Published: Thursday, 5 November 2026 at 9:59 PM
Giants Floated as Trade Destination for Astros’ 6-Time All-Star
Key Things to Know
  • The San Francisco Giants have been floated as a potential trade destination for Astros closer Josh Hader.
  • A potential trade deal for Hader would be a permanent trade acquisition requiring player or prospect compensation.
  • Hader posted a 1.01 ERA with 26 saves across 45 regular-season appearances in 2026.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The San Francisco Chronicle's Susan Slusser identified Houston Astros closer Josh Hader as an intriguing offseason trade target for the San Francisco Giants. Following a disappointing 65-97 season in 2026, Giants President of Baseball Operations Buster Posey faces pressure to bolster a struggling bullpen that blew 27 save opportunities and posted a 4.14 ERA.

Hader produced a 1.01 ERA and 26 saves across 45 appearances in 2026. However, any potential trade would be complicated by the remaining two years and $38 million on his contract, along with a full no-trade clause.

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