The San Francisco Giants have cooled off a little bit since a hot start to the 2025 season. They are still 33-28, but now are on the outside looking in, a half-game back of the third National League Wild Card spot.
They need some help on the offensive side, as they don't have a lot of thump in their lineup.
This is something they should look to address at the trade deadline. An offensive upgrade could make them a clear contender in the NL West.
Zachary D. Rymer proposed the idea of them trading for Jarren Duran, who isn't much of a power threat, but could provide a jolt offensively.
"It has since been exposed amid a 9-14 stretch in which it has produced only 2.9 runs per game. The outfield is actually a relative strength, but what the team needs is a player who could bring more athleticism to the lineup," wrote Rymer.
"Duran is about as good as it gets in this respect, and his line-drive swing might fit even better at Oracle Park than it does at Fenway Park."
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This trade idea would have San Francisco sent right-hander Hayden Birdsong and top prospect Bryce Eldridge to the Red Sox.
It's a deal that could significantly improve the Giants offense as they try to stay in the race leading up to the trade deadline. Duran could be a solid leadoff hitter for the team down the stretch.
With Boston, Duran is hitting .273/.318/.424 with four home runs, 35 RBI, 13 stolen bases and a .743 OPS. The right field area at Oracle Park could fit his swing very well.
We'll see if the Giants try to make a move for Duran.
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