Freddy Sanchez sported a combined .293 batting average, seven homers and 41 RBIs over 457 at-bats while playing for the Pirates and Giants this past season.
Acquired at the Trade Deadline to provide some much-needed stability in the Giants' lineup, Sanchez battled shoulder and knee injuries as San Francisco's postseason bid came up short. The Giants face a decision regarding Sanchez, who underwent arthroscopic left knee surgery in late September to repair a torn meniscus. The injury isn't considered serious, so if the Giants don't want to pick up his option, they could offer him a more economical multiyear deal. Potential replacements include Emmanuel Burriss and Kevin Frandsen.