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Buster Posey had also played a pivotal role in extending Matt Chapman, a crucial third baseman for the Giants. With both Adames and Chapman in the lineup, defensive gaps are filled, allowing the Giants to focus their attention on bolstering the starting rotation—next likely targeting top free agent Corbin Burnes, a player with connections to Adames through their time in Milwaukee.
The Bigger Picture: Competing in the NL West
With the addition of Adames, the Giants elevate their power and defense, elements that had been missing in previous seasons. This signing is viewed as a necessary step in a competitive NL West, where the Giants are aiming to keep pace with teams like the Los Angeles Dodgers, San Diego Padres, and Arizona Diamondbacks.