Giants prepare for trade of Luis Arraez as deadline approaches
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 12, 2026, 9:15 PM
Last updated Jul 12, 2026
The San Francisco Giants are reportedly likely to trade second baseman Luis Arraez before the upcoming deadline. Despite his successful season, hitting.332 with a.834 OPS, the Giants face an infield logjam with Casey Schmitt and Bryce Eldridge emerging as potential everyday players. Arraez is under contract for only one more year and could become a significant free agent after the 2026 season. With six players on the roster earning over $20 million, the Giants may prioritize trading Arraez to avoid losing him without compensation. The situation highlights the difficult decision the team must make regarding their long-term plans.
- •Giants near the bottom of MLB standings this season.
- •Luis Arraez hitting.332, likely to be traded before deadline.
- •Infield spots needed for Casey Schmitt and Bryce Eldridge.
- •Arraez hitting free agency after 2026 season.
- •Limited spending power complicates Arraez's potential contract extension.
- 9:15 PMYahoo Sports — Giants forced to face harsh reality with Luis Arraez amid trade, extension rumors
"This is a tricky situation for the Giants.
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