The Giants traded for Wilson and shortstop Zack Cozart from the Angels, sending minor league pitcher Garrett Williams in return. At the time of the deal, Wilson was the Angels' No. 4 prospect, but the Angels were willing to deal him to shed Cozart's hefty salary, which opened the door for a top free agent acquisition. This trade initially earned Zaidi praise for improving the Giants' farm system.
The decision to release Cozart backfired financially when the COVID-19 pandemic led to a prorated salary agreement. The Giants had to pay Cozart's full salary despite him never playing a game for the organization. This mistake made him the highest-paid Giant in 2020, emphasizing the financial ramifications that poor roster decisions can carry, especially in a pandemic year.
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