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Marcelo Mayer excited about new opportunity with San Francisco Giants

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 11:10 PM

Last updated Aug 9, 2026

Marcelo Mayer excited about new opportunity with San Francisco Giants
Summary

Marcelo Mayer expressed enthusiasm for joining the San Francisco Giants after being traded by the Boston Red Sox. Mayer, originally from the West Coast, looks forward to playing closer to family and embraces the fresh start. Despite challenges in Boston, including injuries and competition for spots within a contending team, he is optimistic about his potential with the Giants. This move comes as the Red Sox continue to build their roster and make strategic decisions in pursuit of success.

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  • •Mayer traded from the Red Sox to the Giants.
  • •He discusses excitement about returning to the West Coast.
  • •Mayer acknowledges past struggles in Boston due to injuries.
  • •The trade raises questions about his development and future.
  • •No issues reported between Mayer and the Red Sox organization.
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  • 11:10 PMYahoo Sports — Marcelo Mayer Reveals Why He’s ‘Excited’ the Red Sox Traded Him
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Mayer has a new opportunity in the state he's from.

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