The Giants are actively looking for a second baseman

With Rafael Devers at first base, Willy Adames at shortstop, and Matt Chapman at third, the Giants already have an excellent infield. But in their eyes, it may not be enough.

According to ESPN's Jeff Passan, the Giants are looking to add a second baseman to complete what could become the best infield in MLB. And Bay Area officials have already set their sights on two names in particular.

The San Francisco Giants are actively pursuing a second baseman and have been engaged with Chicago for Nico Hoerner and St. Louis for Brendan Donovan, according to ESPN sources.

If it hasn't been the most exciting offseason in San Francisco, then things could change quickly, perhaps due to the signing of Alex Bregman with the Chicago Cubs.

The San Francisco Giants are aggressively pursuing a second baseman and have been engaged with Chicago on Nico Hoerner and St. Louis on Brendan Donovan, sources tell ESPN. An infield of Matt Chapman, Willy Adames, Donovan or Hoerner and Rafael Devers would be among MLB's best.

– Jeff Passan (@JeffPassan) January 13, 2026

Moreover, because of this agreement, Hoerner could be made available by the Bears. The 28-year-old is under the team's control until 2026 under the terms of a twelve-million-per-year pact. This is a bargain considering his two Golden Gloves and ability to put the ball in play on the offensive side of the ball.

As for Donovan, the Giants had already been linked to the Cardinals earlier this winter regarding his services, and while they couldn't get far in negotiations, things seem to be looking up with this latest news.

Also 28, Donovan is under the club's control until 2027. Although he's not a great hitter, his quality defense, as evidenced by his Gold Glove last year, make him another good option for San Francisco.

It remains to be seen who, if anyone, the Giants will favor, and what price they'll pay.

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