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2023 MLB season has been a roller coaster ride for many teams. As the trade deadline looms just one week away, teams are looking to strengthen their squad with a focus on consistency. As per the latest reports, the San Francisco Giants are one such team that could make amends to its roster to break their inconsistent runs. Given that the Giants have not done well while pitching, they have a place for someone who could provide them stability.

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In the same line, rumors of them going for reigning AL Cy Young Award winner Justin Verlander can give the Giants a solid option on the mound. But fans are unhappy and unsure about this move. Reacting and questioning the possibility, they have shared their thoughts with the public.

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The Giants Eye Experienced Justin Verlander

The last few games have been challenging for the Giants. They could not hold the opposite offense and have lost games or won it by minimal margins. It points out that they need an option in the pitching department.

According to nbcsportsbayarea.com, Giants is among the teams evaluating Justin Verlander as the trade option. However, there is a complication arising from his contractual agreement with the Mets.

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Verlander is on a two-year contract worth $86 million with the New York Mets. It also includes the no-trade clause, which could hamper the Giants’ move. Considering the start of his Mets era could have been better; Verlander could think about moving to a new destination.

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Justin’s impressive statistics from the past 14 games include 4 wins, 70 strikeouts, a WHIP of 1.157, and an ERA of 3.47. These numbers, combined with his previous achievements like winning the 2022 AL Cy Young Award with the Houston Astros and his extensive experience, make him a highly valuable and promising addition to the Giants.

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Coming to Verlander’s current team Mets, they need a better shape. There are fewer chances of them making it to playoffs this time. It gives Verlander an option to try his luck in San Francisco, which is just four games behind leading the division.

Though it all looks possible, the Giants fans are still determining this move and how it could help them in the future.

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Fans Found the Giants Move Surprising

Though the fans want the Giants to sign a player and strengthen the squad, not Justin Verlander. They doubt this move because of his age, poor form, and cost.

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Reacting to it, they have shared their thoughts in the following tweets.

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Fans question the move by pointing towards his age.

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Fans are against this move. But given the options and future it brings for Verlander, he might be interested in accepting the offer.

What do you think about the possibility? Share your assessment with us.

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Saurabh Saini is a writer and content analyst at EssentiallySports. Prior to joining ES, Saurabh had worked for SportsKeeda and had written around 800 articles spanning the MLB, NFL, and NHL. Now, his daily rhythm revolves around the insights from MLB events ranging from the World Series to Free Agency, as he plays the roles of a fan, a writer, and a reader altogether. Beginning his day early, by thoroughly examining the events from the previous day and extending his focus to current occurrences and future plans, Saurabh dedicates time each day to deliver valuable insights to the readers. While on his days off from work, his affection for poetry takes center stage.

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