Giants Pursue Major Offseason Acquisitions

The St. Louis Cardinals are entering a transition phase and won't be active in the free agent market as they prepare for 2025, confirming that Paul Goldschmidt will not return, while Willson Contreras will take on first base duties. Goldschmidt may be heading to the San Francisco Giants, who are also looking to build a competitive team by signing star infielder Willy Adames to a $182 million deal. The Giants are pursuing Corbin Burnes, the top pitcher on the market, potentially offering him an eight-year, $232 million contract to solidify their rotation alongside Logan Webb. Additionally, there are talks of acquiring former MVP Cody Bellinger from the Cubs, though their lack of a strong farm system might complicate matters. The Giants hope these moves will help them contend again after finishing with a losing record in 2024. Overall, both teams are navigating significant roster changes and aiming for future competitiveness in the MLB.