Predicting next contracts for Gausman, Smyly, La Stella - a podcast by Locked on Podcast Network, Ben Kaspick

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, Ben Kaspick predicts the next contracts for Kevin Gausman, Drew Smyly, and Tommy La Stella. The Giants would like to bring Gausman and Smyly back next year, but what will it cost? Ben discusses the possibility that Gausman and/or Smyly will be extended the one-year, $18.9M qualifying offer. It seems likely in Gausman's case, but unlikely for Smyly. He also talks about why contract statuses are important, and not just about owners' bank accounts. It's important for teams to have players with trade value, and only players signed at or below market value for the life of their contract have trade value. Ben predicts what Gausman and Smyly will ultimately command in free agency, factoring in the changes to the sport's economics due to Covid-19, and he also talks about what La Stella is likely to command. La Stella is a possible fit as a left-handed complementary player in the infield—a big need for the Giants in 2021 and beyond.
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