The MLB trade deadline is right around the corner, and the Giants suddenly find themselves in prime position to add. They’re within striking distance of the division, they’ve come out guns blazing after the All-Star break, and they have obvious needs that a sensible trade or two might fix.
But who has time for sensible trades when Shohei Ohtani might be available? Ohtani, maybe the most talented player ever, is having another spectacular season. A majestic bat flip on Monday night marked his 35th homer; he’s on pace for 60.
The Bay Area media as a whole seems to have caught Shohei-to-the-Giants fever.