SAN FRANCISCO — The Giants fielded calls and explored various trade scenarios involving Madison Bumgarner around the trade deadline, but an extended July hot streak and a desire to contend convinced the front office to hold onto the team’s ace.
With one month left in the regular season, Bumgarner’s future with the Giants will once again become a frequent topic of discussion.
The 30-year-old left-handed starter is set to become a free agent this offseason and will have the freedom to sign with any team he chooses. Despite posting numbers that don’t necessarily stack up with the best years of his career, Bumgarner is still one of the National League’s most consistent pitchers and should command significant interest on the open market.