Summary
The San Francisco Giants are interested in signing relief pitcher Michael Kopech, formerly with the Los Angeles Dodgers, as their closer for the 2026 season. Kopech has had a strong performance when healthy but dealt with injuries in recent seasons.
Key Facts
- The San Francisco Giants are considering signing Michael Kopech for the 2026 season.
- Kopech was a relief pitcher for the Los Angeles Dodgers and previously played for the Chicago White Sox.
- He struggled with injuries during his time with the Dodgers but performed well when healthy.
- Kopech had a 1.13 ERA in 24 appearances for the Dodgers in 2024 and a 3.00 ERA in the postseason.
- In 2025, he had a 2.45 ERA in 14 appearances but spent time on the injured list.
- The Giants' previous closer, Camilo Duval, left for the Yankees, and their replacement, Randy Rodriguez, was injured.
- Ryan Walker took over as the Giants' closer but had a 4.11 ERA.
- The Giants might pursue Kopech as he aims to re-establish his value in the market.
