Buster Posey reveals surprising plan for Giants closer in 2027

Giants president of baseball operations Buster Posey says he would prefer Randy Rodriguez not to begin the 2027 season as the team’s closer, despite the reliever’s strong record. Posey hopes to sign a closer from outside the organisation, giving Rodriguez time to return gradually from Tommy John surgery.

Rodriguez had a 1.78 ERA in 50 appearances in 2025 before elbow surgery; he is expected to be ready for Opening Day, but experienced some elbow pain during his return to game action in October. The Giants’ ninth-inning ERA was 5.74 last season, ranking 28th in MLB, and Camilo Doval’s future is uncertain as the team considers whether to offer him a contract. Several experienced free-agent closers are available, though two leading options received qualifying offers.