Giants and Cardinals Explore Offseason Moves

The San Francisco Giants are eyeing potential upgrades for their roster, particularly at shortstop and first base, with free agents like Willy Adames and Ha-Seong Kim on their radar. Adames had a strong offensive season but struggled defensively, while Kim, recovering from surgery, may be available at a lower cost. Meanwhile, the Chicago Cubs face challenges as they aim to improve their lineup after a disappointing season, with speculation around high-profile free agents like Juan Soto and Pete Alonso, although their recent history suggests such deals are unlikely. The St. Louis Cardinals are set for a rebuild, potentially trading key players like All-Star closer Ryan Helsley and moving on from Paul Goldschmidt, creating opportunities for external acquisitions such as Mark Canha from the Giants. The offseason promises to be pivotal for these teams as they seek to reshape their rosters and improve their competitive standing.