The San Francisco Giants have acquired infielder Osleivis Basabe from the Tampa Bay Rays for cash. Basabe's only major league experience was in 2023, where he batted .218 in 31 games. Despite this, he had a more promising Triple-A season with a .296 average. However, his performance significantly declined in 2024, hitting .248 in Triple-A, which included a drop in walk rate and average exit velocity. Basabe is recognized as a competent defender across several infield positions, though he faces tough competition for a spot on the Giants' roster with established players ahead of him.
"The Giants acquired infielder Osleivis Basabe from the Rays in exchange for cash, following Basabe's recent designation for assignment by Tampa Bay."
"Despite an inauspicious debut in 2023, where he batted .218 across 31 games, Basabe had encouraging numbers in Triple-A with a .296 average."
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