Matt Chapman's Stunning $151M Giants Deal: A Game-Changer for MLB Free Agency?

Matt Chapman and the San Francisco Giants agreed to a six-year, $151 million contract extension, keeping him from opting out and reaching free agency.

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The deal, which starts in 2025, replaces the last two years of his current three-year contract and includes a full no-trade clause, expiring in 2030 when Chapman is 37.

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Chapman, one of MLB’s most productive players this season, boasts a .247/.333/.445 line with 22 home runs and elite third-base defense, placing him high on WAR leaderboards.

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His performance has earned him over $170 million through the end of his extension, marking a remarkable turnaround from last winter's free agency uncertainty.

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The Giants, struggling at 68-72, secured Chapman as a key piece for their future, pairing him with other young talents and veteran pitcher Logan Webb.

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The contract was negotiated by Giants' president Farhan Zaidi and Chapman’s agent, Scott Boras, a rare extension for a Boras client nearing free agency.

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With Chapman off the market, teams in need of a third baseman, like the Yankees and Mets, may now target Alex Bregman, another Boras client.

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