Buster Posey

A-

CVI

Sentiment

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Fan Verdict

Grade this GM::

Should Buster Posey be kept, fired, or extended?

Transactions

Graded

Fan Votes

1 year

Tenure

Transaction Breakdown

Positive

Mixed

Negative

Best Move

Bryce Eldridge

Sent

Worst Move

Jared Oliva and RHP Caleb Kilian from Sacramento

Sent

League Comparison

#19

Sentiment Rank

of 30 GMs

Most Active

35 moves

Contract Value

A-

Excellent value on contracts

OverpayFair ValueGreat Value

Giants' front office has been finding value this offseason, getting strong production relative to contract commitments. Across 4 contracts, 1 grade out as good value and 1 look like overpays based on comparable deals around the league. The best bang-for-the-buck deal was Joey Lucchesi (A-) at $1.5M/yr — getting lhp production well above the price point. The priciest commitment relative to production was Luis Arraez (D-) at $12.0M/yr — the inf market may have been richer than the on-field return suggests. This front office is maximizing its payroll dollars and building sustainable depth.

Public Sentiment

Below-average reception

NegativeMixedPositive

Giants' 2026 moves under Buster Posey have drawn significant criticism from fans and media alike. Of 35 graded moves, 12 landed well with the fanbase, 19 drew mixed reactions, and 4 were viewed negatively. The standout move was bringing in Bryce Eldridge (C), which generated the most positive buzz. The most questioned decision was the Jared Oliva and RHP Caleb Kilian from Sacramento cut (F), which drew the sharpest criticism. The overall direction has been well-received — this front office is building with a clear vision.