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Giants Declare Logan Webb Off Limits in 2026 Offseason

The club says it will pursue extra starting pitchers rather than trade its ace, a stance that shapes its roster and payroll choices.

Overview

  • The Giants publicly reiterated on Friday that they will not trade Logan Webb this offseason, rejecting offers despite ongoing inquiries from other teams.
  • San Francisco plans to add starting pitching help instead of subtracting from its rotation and is targeting multiple starters and relievers in free agency and trade talks.
  • Webb finished the 2026 season with an 8-9 record and a 4.31 ERA over 27 starts while missing time with knee bursitis and a finger blister; he remains under contract through 2028 with reported salaries of $23 million in 2027 and $24 million in 2028.
  • While Webb is off limits, the Giants are open to listening on veteran position players such as Willy Adames, Matt Chapman, Jung Hoo Lee, and Rafael Devers to address roster balance and payroll.
  • The stance comes after a 65-97 season in which San Francisco ranked 23rd in MLB with a 4.33 team ERA, a shortfall the club hopes to fix by adding established starters rather than trading its rotation anchor.