The San Francisco Giants have made a major splash in the free agency market by signing Blake Snell to a lucrative two-year, $62 million deal. The contract includes an opt-out clause after the first season, giving Snell flexibility moving forward.
Snell, who was the National League Cy Young Award winner last season with the Padres, dominated on the mound leading all qualified starting pitchers in ERA, opponent batting average, and opponent OPS. The left-handed pitcher’s impressive performance caught the attention of the Giants, who have been aggressive in solidifying their roster this offseason.
In addition to Snell, the Giants have also added Jung Hoo Lee, Jorge Soler, and Robbie Ray to their roster in recent months. Snell, who threw a simulated game from his hometown of Seattle before signing with the Giants, brings a wealth of experience and talent to the team.
Despite his accolades, some teams were cautious about bidding on Snell in free agency due to past command issues and inconsistency. However, the Giants believe that Snell’s Cy Young pedigree and potential for success outweigh any concerns.
Snell now joins an elite group of pitchers who have won the Cy Young Award in both the American League and National League, solidifying his place among the game’s best. Giants fans can look forward to seeing Snell take the mound in their team’s colors as they eagerly anticipate the upcoming season.
