In 2025, the San Francisco Giants have started the season strong at 31-25 under Buster Posey's management, trailing the Cardinals for a playoff spot. However, the performance of marquee free agent Willy Adames has been disappointing, with subpar defensive metrics and poor batting averages. Despite hopes for a significant offensive contribution following a robust past few seasons, Adames is underperforming with a .208 average and increased strikeouts. This struggle raises questions about his impact on the team's overall success as they strive for a postseason berth.
Buster Posey's leadership has transformed the Giants, but the team's success is overshadowed by Willy Adames's struggles in both batting and defense.
Willy Adames's fielding metrics indicate a significant decline compared to his Gold Glove candidate status, as he leads in errors among shortstops.
Despite expectations, Adames's offensive performance has been lackluster, with a batting average of .208 and a concerning drop in power hitting.
Adames's strikeout and walk rates have dipped to their lowest since 2022, raising concerns about his ability to return to form.
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