SF Giants Rumors – Molina, Penny, Uribe
Posted on November 5th, 2009 by admin in SF Giants Rumors
Chris Haft of MLB.com says Brian Sabean might chart a new course by taking a “wait-and-see” approach toward players on the market.
Today began the 15-day period during which eligible players can file for free agency. Haft believes Bengie Molina, Brad Penny and Juan Uribe could be among the most highly sought performers at their respective positions once bidding expands to all Major League teams on Nov. 20th.
Molina is believed to be seeking another multi-year deal. The Giants appreciate Molina’s contributions but are unlikely to offer him that kind of contract. Top prospect Buster Posey could be ready for everyday duty behind the plate by 2011 at the latest.
Haft says Penny probably pitched his way into a handsome contract by posting a 4-1 record with a 2.59 ERA in six starts after the Red Sox released him.
Uribe carried San Francisco’s offense in the season’s second half, heightening his value as a utillity man. He hit .289 with 16 homers and 55 RBI’s, garnished by a .347 September batting average as the Giants attempted to stay in the postseason contention.
It’s not likely the Giants will sign all three. And they’ll need to reinforce their roster if any of them depart.
Losing Penny probably would eliminate any chance that the Giants would trade one of their prized starting pitchers for hitting help.
