In a surprising revelation, pitcher Blake Snell disclosed that the San Francisco Giants made no effort to retain him during his recent free agency. Despite a strong 2024 season with the Giants, where he posted a 3.12 ERA and a 1.05 WHIP over 20 starts, Snell found himself without an offer from his former team.
Expressing his astonishment, Snell remarked, “The Giants didn’t even talk to me. It was surprising—I thought they really liked me.
” His close relationships with Giants’ manager Bob Melvin and key players like Matt Chapman and Logan Webb led him to believe that a contract discussion was imminent. However, when his text messages to Melvin went unanswered, Snell sensed the team’s disinterest.
This unexpected turn of events paved the way for Snell to sign a five-year, $182 million contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers. His connection with Dodgers’ executive Andrew Friedman and his fiancée’s preference for California influenced his decision.
Now donning Dodgers blue, Snell is eager to start the season strong, benefiting from a full spring training—a luxury he lacked the previous year.
As Snell transitions to his new team, he aims to make a significant impact on the Dodgers’ pitching roster, turning the page on his unforeseen departure from San Francisco.
