Giants Secure CF Harrison Bader with 2-Year, $20.5M Contract
The San Francisco Giants have secured center fielder Harrison Bader with a two-year contract valued at $20.5 million. This agreement aims to enhance the team’s outfield defense, a crucial objective for the offseason.
Details of the Contract
- Player: Harrison Bader
- Contract Duration: 2 years
- Total Value: $20.5 million
Bader’s Career Highlights
Harrison Bader, 31, is a right-handed hitter who showcased one of his best offensive seasons last year. He played for the Minnesota Twins and the Philadelphia Phillies, achieving impressive statistics:
| Statistic | Value |
|---|---|
| Batting Average | .277 |
| On-Base Percentage | .347 |
| Slugging Percentage | .449 |
| Home Runs | 17 |
| RBIs | 54 |
| Stolen Bases | 11 (out of 18 attempts) |
| OPS | .796 (career-high) |
Defensive Contribution
Bader adds significant value defensively. He won a Gold Glove in 2021 and is known for his superior fielding abilities. In 2025, Giants outfielders struggled immensely, with a total of minus-18 outs above average. Bader is expected to become the everyday center fielder, potentially moving Jung Hoo Lee to right field.
Goals for the Future
This signing marks a notable moment in a generally conservative offseason for the Giants. Besides Bader, the team has added pitchers Tyler Mahle and Adrian Houser on modest contracts. Looking ahead, the Giants are also searching for a second baseman to bolster their roster.
The Athletic first reported the signing, highlighting the Giants’ strategic moves as they aim for a stronger performance in the upcoming season.
