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The San Francisco Giants have agreed to a one-year contract with All-Star second baseman Luis Arraez,as first reported by ESPN’s Jorge Castillo on February 17,2024. ESPN reported the deal is worth $14 million.
Arraez Joins a Potent Giants Infield
Arraez is expected to play second base full-time for the Giants, joining an infield that includes Rafael Devers, Willy Adames, and Matt Chapman. This acquisition significantly strengthens the Giants’ lineup,especially their ability to get on base.
A Unique Hitter in a Changing Game
Arraez is a rare contact hitter in an era dominated by power and strikeouts. He consistently prioritizes putting the ball in play and utilizing the entire field. This approach has led to exceptional batting averages and high hit totals.
Recent Performance and Career Highlights
Arraez won three consecutive batting titles from 2022 to 2024, posting a .328 batting average and accumulating just 106 strikeouts over those three seasons. Remarkably, 138 players struck out more than him in the 2025 season alone. During that span, he led the majors with 576 hits and a 5.6% strikeout rate. However, his power numbers are relatively low, as evidenced by being tied for 130th in walks (109) and 131st in slugging percentage (.426) over the same period.
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