Three young SF Giants players who will benefit the most from team's trade deadline moves

The SF Giants waited until the last minute before trading Camilo Doval, Tyler Rogers, and Mike Yastrzemski at the trade deadline. While it seems the Giants are cutting their losses this season, it presents a great opportunity for young talent to shine.

Three young SF Giants players who will benefit the most from team's trade deadline moves

1. Randy Rodríguez

Randy Rodríguez has been a stud for the Giants this year and is a big reason why the organization is moving on from Camilo Doval. In 98.1 innings in the majors, Rodríguez has posted a 2.84 ERA and holds a 1.17 ERA on the season. The right-handed flame thrower uses a fastball that tops out at 97 mph, and an 86 mph slider with 10 inches of break. "The Fireman" recorded his second save against the Mets on Friday, allowing 0 runs on 16 pitches. It is clear he is still settling into the role, issuing a walk and hitting a batter while securing the save, but there's no doubt that the 25-year-old Rodríguez has all the tools to succeed. The question now becomes: can the Giants find other middle relief pitchers as consistent as Rodríguez with him now in the closer role?

2. Luis Matos

Luis Matos will finally get a chance for a full-time role in right field, with Mike Yazstremski now on the Royals. The 23-year-old Matos has shown flashes of speed and power, and the clutch gene. Matos hit a game-tying, 2-run-homer in the bottom of the 9th on July 13 against the Dodgers. While he has been lackluster in the big leagues, his Triple-A numbers are eye-popping as he is slashing .290 /.353/.471 in the minors, and boasts a .181 ISO. Maybe all Matos needs is a more consistent day-to-day role to catch fire. The Giants will finally know what they have in Matos, and hopefully, he can deliver. In 491 major league at-bats, Matos is slashing only .220/.270 /.346. The time is now or never for Matos if he wishes to capture a full-time role and the hearts of fans.

3. Erik Miller

The 27-year-old Miller made his debut with the Giants in 2024, and has delivered in every aspect since. In 97.2 innings in the majors, the left-hander has a career ERA of 3.14, and is posting a 1.50 ERA in 2025. He landed on the IL at the beginning of July with an elbow sprain, but should be back by the middle of August. Miller comes with his 97 mph fastball a majority of the time, and backs it up with his slider and changeup, occasionally mixing in the sinker. All of his pitches sit around 3-4 mph above league average. With Rodríguez set to be the closer, Miller is primed to become the 8th inning arm when he is back and healthy. He has been one of the better arms in the Giants' bullpen and should be the obvious option for the 8th inning, given his recovery goes smoothly.

With the Giants being sellers at the deadline, it is an opportune moment for all of the young guys to take a step forward in their development. While the playoffs aren't officially out of the question for the season, it would take something special for that to happen. We know the veterans should perform, but the Giants will need the youth to rise above expectations if they want a chance at October.