Giants require improved performance from Matt Chapman in 2027 season

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Last updated Oct 11, 2026

Giants require improved performance from Matt Chapman in 2027 season
Summary

Matt Chapman of the San Francisco Giants ended his 2026 season with a.235 batting average and a low OPS of.692 before an abdominal injury sidelined him. The Giants finished the year with a disappointing 65-97 record, failing to secure a playoff spot for the fifth consecutive season. President of baseball operations Buster Posey acknowledged the need for improvement and highlighted Chapman as a key player who must excel moving forward. The team is hopeful for a healthier and more productive year from Chapman in 2027, especially given his significant contract, which extends through 2031.

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  • •Chapman played only 84 games in 2026 due to injury.
  • •He logged a.962 fielding percentage with nine errors.
  • •Giants missed playoffs for the fifth straight year.
  • •President Posey emphasizes team improvements needed.
  • •Chapman signed through 2031 at $25.1 million per year.
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  • 12:29 AMYahoo Sports — Giants Need Better Version of Matt Chapman in 2027
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San Francisco Giants third baseman Matt Chapman had a 2026 season to forget, and he will need to turn the page moving forward.

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