San Francisco Giants: Potential Trade Deadline Targets

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Aramis Ramirez, Third Baseman, Milwaukee Brewers

May 16, 2015; New York City, NY, USA; Milwaukee Brewers third baseman Aramis Ramirez (16) bats against the New York Mets at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Andy Marlin-USA TODAY Sports

Ramirez has said that 2015 would be his last in the MLB. More than likely, he would want to play for a contender to end out his career. What better contender than the defending champs?

With the Brewers almost certainly being sellers at the deadline, Ramirez will likely be on the table. While he provides a veteran voice in the clubhouse and a “going out on a high note” type atmosphere, his bat can also be beneficial for the Giants.

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In 2015, Ramirez is batting only .221 with six homeruns and 16 RBI over 41 games. While his 2015 numbers are less than superb, Ramirez is a career .284 hitter with 375 career home runs and 1358 career RBI. Ramirez has been known for his power and would provide a spark in the middle of the Giants lineup.

Ramirez has been in numerous All-Star games and MVP races, but he doesn’t need to bring elite play to the Giants. The team would not need Ramirez at his best because he is clearly past his prime. What Ramirez brings is an option at third base who would provide a consistent, above-average bat.

The sweetest part of the deal for the Giants is that Aramis would not cost them much. The Brewers know that this is his last season, so they will be looking to flip him for whatever they can get. The Giants would get a starting-caliber third basemen for the rest of the season for cheap.

This deal works out for all three parties. The Brewers would flip a retiring player for anything they can get, the Giants would improve at third base, and Aramis would get to go out on a high note.

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