Giants' Fan Favorite Wilmer Flores Signs Contract in Mexico

Infielder Flores leaves MLB after six seasons with the San Francisco Giants.

Mar. 23, 2026 at 2:52am by Ben Kaplan

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Wilmer Flores, a fan favorite during his six-year tenure with the San Francisco Giants, has signed a contract to play for the Toros de Tijuana in the Mexican Baseball League. Flores, known for his clutch hitting and defensive versatility, batted .242 with 16 home runs and 71 RBIs for the Giants in the 2025 season.

Why it matters

Flores was a beloved figure among Giants fans, providing consistent production and memorable moments during his time in San Francisco. His departure marks the end of an era, as the team will need to find a new infielder to fill his role. The move also highlights the growing appeal of the Mexican Baseball League as a destination for veteran MLB players.

The details

After six seasons with the Giants, Flores has decided to continue his professional career in Mexico, signing with the Toros de Tijuana. In his time with the Giants, Flores played in 667 games, batting .249 with 99 doubles, 92 home runs, and 313 RBIs. His OPS of .747 in San Francisco was better than his production with the New York Mets, where he spent the first six years of his MLB career.

  • Flores signed with the Toros de Tijuana on March 20, 2026.
  • In the 2025 season, Flores batted .242 with 10 doubles, 16 home runs, and 71 RBIs for the Giants.

The players

Wilmer Flores

A 31-year-old infielder who spent the last six seasons with the San Francisco Giants, where he became a fan favorite for his clutch hitting and defensive versatility.

Toros de Tijuana

A professional baseball team in the Mexican Baseball League, which Flores has signed a contract with to continue his playing career.

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What they’re saying

“Wilmer Flores llega a Toros de Tijuana con una solida trayectoria en Grandes Ligas, un bat oportuno y con seguridad defensiva.”

— Toros de Tijuana, Team

The takeaway

Wilmer Flores' departure from the San Francisco Giants marks the end of an era, as the team will need to find a new infielder to fill his role. However, his move to the Mexican Baseball League highlights the growing appeal of international leagues as a destination for veteran MLB players seeking new opportunities to continue their careers.