Giants Fans Angered by Franchise's Fiscal Prudence

Team's massive revenue and low debt levels raise questions about lack of offseason spending

Published on Feb. 20, 2026

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San Francisco Giants fans are expressing outrage over the team's lack of major offseason moves, despite the franchise's massive revenue and low debt levels. The team's executive Buster Posey was criticized for "gaslighting" fans by framing any reasonable requests for roster improvements as irrational. The Giants' projected luxury tax payroll sits 12th in the league, leading to concerns that the team is prioritizing financial prudence over fielding a competitive roster.

Why it matters

The Giants are one of the wealthiest franchises in baseball, with the third-highest revenue in MLB and extremely low debt levels. Fans feel the team is not reinvesting that financial strength into the on-field product, which could put the team at a significant competitive disadvantage compared to rivals like the Dodgers.

The details

The Giants made only modest free agent signings this offseason, adding players like Tyler Mahle, Adrian Houser, and Harrison Bader. Fans had hoped for more impactful moves, particularly in areas like the starting rotation and bullpen, where the team appears to be lagging behind competitors. The team's projected luxury tax payroll ranks 12th in the league, well below what many fans feel the franchise can afford.

  • In a recent KNBR interview, Giants executive Buster Posey made comments that were seen as "gaslighting" fans about the team's offseason approach.
  • The 2026 offseason saw the Giants make a number of mid-tier free agent signings, rather than pursuing top-tier talent.

The players

Buster Posey

A former Giants player who is now an executive with the team.

Farhan Zaidi

The former Giants president of baseball operations, known for a more aggressive roster-building approach.

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What they’re saying

“Look, I get it, from a fan's perspective, they want us to go out and sign every marquee free agent. That sounds great in theory, but that's not reality.”

— Buster Posey, Giants Executive (KNBR)

What’s next

The Giants' offseason moves will continue to be scrutinized by fans, who are hoping the team will be more aggressive in improving the roster ahead of the 2026 season.

The takeaway

The Giants' massive financial resources and low debt levels have led many fans to expect the team to be more active in free agency and roster-building. The perception that the franchise is prioritizing financial prudence over fielding a competitive team has angered supporters who feel the team is not living up to its potential.