![]() "I know that there's been a lot of conversation about what we have to do roster-wise, but this was really at the top of our list. ![]() "Anytime you have a season like we did, winning 100-plus games, getting to the playoffs and building a lot of positive momentum and your manager is going into the last year of his deal, it's really a high priority to get that taken care of," president of baseball operations Farhan Zaidi said. Los Angeles edged San Francisco in the playoffs, though, dispatching the Giants in five games in an epic NL Division Series matchup. Kapler is 136-86 (.613) since joining the Giants, who finished with the best record in baseball this past season and dethroned the 106-win Dodgers to win their first National League West title since 2012. San Francisco Giants' president of baseball operations Farhan Zaidi. Posey’s poise, determination, ability, athleticism, and prowess both at the plate, and behind it, makes this possibly the best move the Giants have made this season, and one that will continue to pay dividends for years to come.An extension for Kapler had been anticipated, as he would have been entering the final year of his contract in 2022.Īnytime you have a season like we did, winning 100-plus games, getting to the playoffs and building a lot of positive momentum and your manager is going into the last year of his deal, it's really a high priority to get that taken care of. However, throughout the season Posey repeatedly alleviated those fears, making huge plays at home plate, and showing he still has a great ability to pop up and fire to second to catch a stealing runner, throwing out 30 in 2012. The Giants were concerned last season that Posey’s injury could lead to his being “gun-shy” when it came to big plays at the plate, thinking he might be less willing to put himself in harm’s way should that play need to be made. That coming after missing virtually the entire 2011 season after the collision with Cousins, not to mention that that comeback season included an All-Star appearance, batting title, MVP title, and World Series Championship. Posey can hardly be considered injury prone, he played 148 of 162 games last season, 119 behind the plate, 29 at first, and 3 as a DH. If Posey is feeling uncomfortable behind the plate he can fill in nearly anywhere the Giants have a need, and can mentor his back-up catcher to minimize the defensive loss at home. The Giants have some great all-around utility players, but none with the ability to mentor someone to fill his shoes like Posey can. As a college player at Florida State, Posey once played all 9 positions in one game, and at that time the only position he hadn’t played before was center field. As a hitter he is a better option at first base than Brandon Belt, and basically a wash defensively.Īlso, first base is not the only other position Posey has experience playing. Let’s not forget though, that the Giants were able to alleviate those problems by playing Posey at first-base last season. As a catcher it is easy to think that perhaps the injuries he suffered could come back to haunt him while he is crouching behind the plate. Buster Posey may be the most versatile player the Giants have. ![]() With a devastating injury like that, was offering Posey the longest contract ever offered to a catcher the right move for the Giants?Ībsolutely it is. It’s difficult however, to forget the horrifying scene at home plate after Scott Cousins barreled into Posey, breaking a bone in his lower leg and tearing three ligaments in his left ankle. That surpasses the Giants previously highest paid player, Matt Cain, who signed a $127 million, 6-year deal last season. The contract also includes a club option for 2022, which could make the deal worth $186 million over 10-years. Today, Buster Posey signed a $167 million, 9-year contract extension with the San Francisco Giants. National League All-Star, National League batting champion, National League MVP, and now add to that list, highest paid player in Giants history. Mandatory Credit: Jake Roth-USA TODAY Sports ![]() By Chris Furry 10 years ago Scottsdale, AZ, USA San Francisco Giants catcher Buster Posey (28) at bat during the first inning against the Chicago Cubs at Scottsdale Stadium. ![]()
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