According to a report from Jon Heyman of the New York Post, Blake Snell is set to join the San Francisco Giants on a lucrative two-year contract worth $62 million.
Snell, who clinched the NL Cy Young Award in 2023, showcased his prowess with an impressive record of 234 strikeouts in 180 innings and a remarkable 2.25 ERA during the previous season. His arrival adds further depth to an already formidable Giants’ pitching rotation.
Here’s a breakdown of the Giants’ revamped pitching lineup following Snell’s acquisition:
- Blake Snell
- Logan Webb
- Kyle Harrison
- Jordan Hicks
- Alex Cobb
Robbie Ray and Keaton Winn are also poised to contribute as starting pitchers.
With Snell now in their ranks, the Giants’ projected payroll for the 2024 season stands at $162.87 million, as reported by Spotrac.
Snell’s signing fortifies an already potent pitching arsenal for the Giants, featuring the 2023 Cy Young Award winner alongside Logan Webb, who emerged as the runner-up. Webb boasted 196 strikeouts across 216 innings pitched and maintained a commendable 3.25 ERA during his fifth season in Major League Baseball.
The acquisition of Snell is just one among several significant moves made by the Giants during the offseason. They secured talents like third baseman Matt Chapman, outfielders Jung Hoo Lee and Jorge Soler, and catcher Tom Murphy, in addition to acquiring pitchers Jordan Hicks and Robbie Ray.
Despite recent struggles and a sparse postseason record over the past seven years, including just one winning season, the Giants are now poised for a resurgence. With a formidable rotation strengthened by Snell and a bolstered roster, they aim for a successful 2024 campaign, seeking a return to postseason glory for the first time since 2021.
