ORLANDO — When the Giants first started talking to the Boston Red Sox about Rafael Devers, the initial ask was for top prospect Bryce Eldridge, which was an easy no for president of baseball operations Buster Posey. Six months later, others in the industry are playing the part of the Red Sox. With little to discuss in terms of actual moves, Eldridge’s name has been floated in some corners over the past couple of weeks. The thinking from some in the industry is that with Devers at first base, the Giants now can afford to deal Eldridge for a frontline starting pitcher to pair with Logan Webb long-term. The organization’s preference, though, is to pair Eldridge and Devers for years to come. During his session with reporters on Monday at the MLB Winter Meetings, Posey threw some cold water on any trade rumors. “We listen on everybody, but Bryce, we think the sky is the limit for this guy,” Posey said. “He just turned 21 years old. I know he didn’t put up great numbers in his limited playing time (but) he didn’t look like he was overmatched or scared. I thought he had some really good at-bats for being not even 21...
Why Buster Posey doesn’t completely close door on Giants trading Bryce Eldridge
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