Harrison Bader Signs 2-Year, $20.5M Deal with Giants for Center Field

Harrison Bader has officially signed a two-year, $20.5 million contract with the San Francisco Giants, with incentives potentially reaching $21 million. He is expected to take over as the starting center fielder, shifting Jung Hoo Lee to right field. Bader, a Gold Glove winner, is coming off a career-best 2025 season where he slashed .277/.347/.449 with 17 home runs and 11 stolen bases across 146 games with the Twins and Phillies. He was particularly effective after his trade to the Phillies. Bader expressed that the Giants are a "perfect fit" due to the opportunity, talented roster, and new coaching staff, including manager Tony Vitello, whom he believes will be successful.