Giants Predicted to Sign Veteran Outfielder Starling Marte

Marte could provide depth and leadership to San Francisco's outfield alongside Drew Gilbert.

Feb. 25, 2026 at 11:21pm by Ben Kaplan

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The San Francisco Giants are reportedly expected to sign veteran outfielder Starling Marte to a one-year, $7.8 million contract. Marte, a two-time All-Star and two-time Gold Glove winner, could provide depth and experience to the Giants' outfield alongside young prospect Drew Gilbert.

Why it matters

The Giants are looking to bolster their outfield depth after signing center fielder Harrison Bader. Marte's veteran presence and leadership could be valuable, especially if the team's young outfielder Drew Gilbert struggles in his first MLB season.

The details

Marte, 37, is coming off a 2025 season where he primarily served as a designated hitter for the New York Mets, slashing .270/.335/.410 with 9 home runs and 34 RBIs in 98 games. While his production has declined in recent years due to injuries, he could still provide a solid bat off the bench and occasional starts in the outfield for the Giants.

  • Marte is projected to sign a one-year, $7.8 million contract with the Giants.

The players

Starling Marte

A two-time All-Star and two-time Gold Glove outfielder who has played for several MLB teams, including the Mets, Marlins, and Pirates.

Drew Gilbert

A young outfield prospect for the Giants who posted a .598 OPS in his first MLB season.

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What they’re saying

“Starling Marte has dealt with more than his share of injuries over the past few years. He's 37 now, which means there is only so much gas left in the tank, despite a professed desire to play into his 40s. Despite a limited market, however, Marte still has some pop in his bat. He's also a valuable leadership figure, which could attract rebuilding teams and contenders alike.”

— Christopher Kline, FanSided Writer (FanSided)

What’s next

The Giants will need to officially sign Marte to a contract in the coming weeks before the start of the 2026 MLB season.

The takeaway

The addition of the veteran Starling Marte could provide valuable depth and experience to the Giants' outfield, especially if young prospect Drew Gilbert struggles in his first full MLB season. Marte's leadership and occasional production at the plate could be a key factor in the Giants' success in 2026.