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Newsweek
4 days ago
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Another Giants Trade? Trade Speculation Increases As Deadline Approaches
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. The San Francisco Giants already pulled off what will likely be the biggest trade of the season in a deal to acquire Rafael Devers from the Boston Red Sox. Now, the Giants could look to continue making moves in the final days before the trade deadline. San Francisco still has a few holes to fill if it wants to chase down the Los Angeles Dodgers in the National League West. Bleacher Report's Tim Kelly recently suggested the Giants could pull off a trade for Texas Rangers outfielder Adolis García in a move that would give the slugger a fresh start in the Bay Area. ARLINGTON, TEXAS - JULY 23: Adolis García #53 of the Texas Rangers reacts to an inside pitch during the first inning against the Athletics at Globe Life Field on July 23, 2025 in Arlington, Texas. ARLINGTON, TEXAS - JULY 23: Adolis García #53 of the Texas Rangers reacts to an inside pitch during the first inning against the Athletics at Globe Life Field on July 23, 2025 in Arlington, Texas."At his best, García is an electric player with pop. Before eventually winning ALCS MVP in 2023, he hit 39 home runs and posted an .836 OPS during the regular season. But since then, he's hit just .226 with a .678 OPS in 250 games," Kelly wrote. "Giants president of baseball operations Buster Posey has already swung a trade for Rafael Devers, and García is someone who would fit well in San Francisco. "Not only is he capable of traversing the complicated right field at Oracle Park, but he would also give San Francisco a significant offensive upgrade against lefties over Mike Yastrzemski." Adding García to the outfield in San Francisco would certainly be an upgrade, just on defense alone. García would bring one of the best outfield gloves in baseball to a Giants team that needs a talented right fielder to man the tricky outfield in the Bay Area. It likely wouldn't cost the Giants more than a bottom of the top-30 prospect to land the veteran slugger. The best-case scenario would be the Giants can help him return to form at the plate, but the worst-case scenario would be San Francisco landing an elite defender. Either way, it wouldn't hurt. More MLB: Yankees' Aaron Judge Finally Breaks Silence Following Grim Injury Update
Newsweek
5 days ago
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- Newsweek
Rangers Predicted To Move On From Former ALCS MVP At Trade Deadline
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. The Texas Rangers won the World Series in 2023 and followed it up by missing the playoffs, and it looked to be more of the same this season before their recent arrival into the playoff race. No matter Texas' direction, Cody Stavenhagen of The Athletic predicts that Adolis García will not be a member of the Rangers after Thursday's trade deadline. ARLINGTON, TEXAS - JULY 23: Adolis García #53 of the Texas Rangers reacts to an inside pitch during the first inning against the Athletics at Globe Life Field on July 23, 2025 in Arlington, Texas. ARLINGTON, TEXAS - JULY 23: Adolis García #53 of the Texas Rangers reacts to an inside pitch during the first inning against the Athletics at Globe Life Field on July 23, 2025 in Arlington, Texas. Photo byGarcía has one more season of team control after this season and has seen a dip in his power numbers from his 39-home run season in 2023, but still possesses the ability to flip the momentum of a game with one swing. A contending team in search of game-changing power, along with elite defense in the outfield, could swoop in and pick him up. After going 8-2 in their last 10 games, the Rangers have clawed back into the race and sat 1 1/2 games back of the Boston Red Sox entering Friday. Their deadline outlook has seemingly shifted in the last couple of weeks due to the resurgence. García could be a piece to flip to add to the Rangers' lineup for the final two months of the season, as they look to make a charge for the playoffs. García provides value defensively and game-changing pop and could net the Rangers a younger, more consistent bat. It feels unlikely that García will be traded, but his controllable period is shorter than other pieces of value. If anyone goes from the current Rangers roster, García looks to be the most possible option. More MLB: Cardinals General Manager Keeping Decision 'Fluid' With Time Running Out
Newsweek
09-07-2025
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MLB Network Analyst Predicts Brewers Will Acquire Rangers All-Star Outfielder
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Less than two seasons removed from a World Series Championship, things are not going well for the Texas Rangers. Entering Wednesday, Texas was 45-47 and 10 games out of first place in the AL West and 3 1/2 games out of an AL Wild Card spot. With the trade deadline looming and the Rangers looking like they may not be postseason contenders, right fielder/designated hitter Adolis García is believed to be a prime trade candidate by many, including MLB Network analyst Greg Amsinger. SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA - JULY 05: Adolis García #53 of the Texas Rangers gestures before the game against the San Diego Padres at Petco Park on July 05, 2025 in San Diego, California. SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA - JULY 05: Adolis García #53 of the Texas Rangers gestures before the game against the San Diego Padres at Petco Park on July 05, 2025 in San Diego, predicted landing spots for his top 10 trade candidates, and he predicted that García would be playing for the Milwaukee Brewers when August rolls around. "Adolis Garcia will get traded and he's the number one target for the Milwaukee Brewers," Amsinger said. "They need an outfielder that slugs and with Adolis hitting behind Christian Yelich, he'll make a good Brewers team even better." Amsinger's prediction comes just one day after MLB writer Jeff Passan stated that the Brewers are one bat away from being true World Series contenders. García's career .738 OPS and 132 home runs in seven seasons would certainly indicate that he's the type of power bat that Passan said Milwaukee could use in its lineup. A cinematic shot worthy of a cinematic moment 🎥 This ump cam footage of Adolis García's home run from the 2023 ALCS is LEGENDARY! — MLB (@MLB) May 16, 2025 The Brewers certainly need more power in their lineup, as they are currently 22nd in baseball with just 89 home runs this season. That gives them the second-fewest of the five teams from the NL Central, 19 spots behind the division-leading Chicago Cubs. If Milwaukee has hopes of tracking down Chicago and winning a third straight NL Central title, it must make some move to add power to its lineup and García could be the perfect solution. More MLB: Cubs Must Make Lineup Decision On $177 Million Shortstop
Newsweek
04-07-2025
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Rangers' $14 Million Slugger Tabbed Intriguing 'Buy-Low Trade Target'
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. The Texas Rangers have been one of the more disappointing teams in baseball. After winning the World Series in 2023, they've fallen off a cliff. As of now, Texas looks to be sellers at the trade deadline and it could entertain the idea of trading a few valuable pieces away if the price is right. Bleacher Report's Joel Reuter recently listed Rangers outfielder Adolis García as a potential "buy low trade target" for contending teams with holes in the outfield. ARLINGTON, TEXAS - JULY 01: Adolis García #53 of the Texas Rangers hits a two RBI single during the third inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Globe Life Field on July 01, 2025 in Arlington,... ARLINGTON, TEXAS - JULY 01: Adolis García #53 of the Texas Rangers hits a two RBI single during the third inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Globe Life Field on July 01, 2025 in Arlington, Texas. More"Over his first three full seasons in the majors, he posted a 113 OPS+ while averaging 30 doubles, 32 home runs, 99 RBI and 4.0 WAR, earning All-Star selections in 2021 and 2023," Reuter wrote. "He also took home 2023 ALCS MVP honors while helping lead the Rangers to a World Series title. "He took a step backward last season with a 96 OPS+ and 0.3 WAR in 154 games, though he still tallied 25 home runs and 85 RBI. Things have continued to trend in the wrong direction this year. Despite the middling production, he still ranks among the MLB leaders in average exit velocity (93.4 mph, 94th percentile). Perhaps a change of scenery could jump-start his season." There are plenty of teams around the league who could use a slugger like García this season. The San Diego Padres, Philadelphia Phillies, Cincinnati Reds, and Kansas City Royals all come to mind. But it might not make the most sense for the Rangers to trade him now. He has a few years left of team control, and Texas is seemingly trying to put the pieces together to win. While it hasn't worked out this year, Texas is a few moves away from contending next season. More MLB: MLB Writer Suggests Massive Red Sox Trade Involving Alex Bregman, Luis Castillo
Yahoo
04-07-2025
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Former ALCS MVP Quietly Becoming a Trade Candidate
Former ALCS MVP Quietly Becoming a Trade Candidate originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Texas Rangers are trending toward selling at this year's trade deadline. That could make outfielder Adolis García a name to watch. Advertisement According to Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic, García is "a rather interesting trade candidate" given the scarcity of quality right-handed bats on the market. The former American League Championship Series MVP is under club control through next season and remains a fan favorite in Texas. However, his inconsistent offensive production could lead the Rangers to explore their options. In late May, the Rangers gave him a three-game break to work on mechanical adjustments. The pause seemed to help as García has since batted .287 with a .761 OPS. However, if he regresses in the second half, Rosenthal notes he could become a non-tender candidate. That possibility becomes more likely with his salary already at $10.5 million through arbitration. Adolis García could emerge as a rather interesting trade candidate.© Robert Edwards-Imagn Images While a still strong defender and trending upward at the plate, García's trade value might peak this July. The Rangers don't have many enticing expiring contracts, making him one of their more applying trade chips. Advertisement Right-hander Tyler Mahle, sidelined with shoulder soreness, and Jon Gray, still recovering from a fractured forearm, would have drawn interest but likely won't return in time. That leaves García as a key name to monitor as Texas weighs its deadline strategy. Related: 2025 Home Run Derby to Celebrate Two Legendary Sluggers Related: Royals Eye Outfield Upgrade as MLB Trade Deadline Looms This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jul 3, 2025, where it first appeared.
