Robbie Ray's complete game gem vs. the D-backs has the Giants' front office buzzing. See why SF is looking to add a bat before the July 2025 trade deadline.
StatPro MLB Beat Reporter
The Giants may have had a rare Saturday off on the calendar, but the gears are turning faster than ever behind the scenes. Fresh off a masterful complete game from ace Robbie Ray, the focus in San Francisco has squarely shifted from the diamond to the front office as the July 31st trade deadline approaches. The message is clear: this team is a contender, and they're not done adding pieces.
Robbie Ray's line on Thursday: 9 IP, 3 H, 2 R, 1 BB, 7 K. His first complete game since 2017.
You can't talk about the state of the Giants without starting with Robbie Ray. His performance against the D-backs was a thing of beauty: a 102-pitch complete game where he was perfect through four innings. Despite solo shots from Eugenio Suarez and Ketel Marte, Ray was in total control, earning his 12th quality start in 18 tries. His season ERA now sits at a sparkling 2.68, and with 117 strikeouts, he's the undisputed anchor of this rotation. This is the kind of ace performance that makes a front office believe they're just one more bat away from being a true force.
While the pitching has been stellar, the Giants are actively scouring the market for more offensive firepower. The acquisition of Rafael Devers helped, but it hasn't completely solved the team's need for consistent run production. With the deadline less than a month away, trade talks are intensifying. Names from the farm system, like rookie-ball standout Josuar De Jesus Gonzalez, are reportedly in play. The front office knows that to make a deep run in October, they'll likely need to part with some future talent to bolster the lineup for the stretch run.
Speaking of the farm, there's plenty of good news brewing. Top prospect Bryce Eldridge is not only back from injury but has already earned a promotion to Triple-A Sacramento, putting him one step away from the bigs. Don't expect him to be in any trade talks; he's deemed untouchable. Meanwhile, left-hander Carson Whisenhunt, our No. 2 prospect, just got the prestigious nod to play in the MLB Futures Game. And keep an eye on breakout undrafted free agent Bo Davidson, who is tearing up the Northwest League, and hard-throwing RHP Argenis Cayama in the Complex League. While the system isn't the deepest, these rising players give the Giants valuable assets for the future—or as chips for the present.
While the players enjoy a well-deserved day of rest, the organization is buzzing with activity. The combination of elite starting pitching, a clear need for one more offensive piece, and a farm system with intriguing assets makes for a compelling few weeks ahead. All eyes are on the front office now, but soon they'll be back on the mound as Robbie Ray gets ready to face the Phillies at home. The push for the playoffs is on.
