Archive · 22 Nov 2025
Giants Acquire Joey Wiemer from Marlins for Cash, Designate Knizner
The San Francisco Giants got a new outfielder, Joey Wiemer, from the Miami Marlins.
They gave the Marlins some money.
To make room for Wiemer, the Giants said goodbye to catcher Andrew Knizner.
Wiemer is good against lefty pitchers, and Knizner might not be on the team next year.
San Francisco Giants acquire outfielder Joey Wiemer from Miami Marlins
Giants receive Wiemer, Marlins receive cash considerations
Giants designate catcher Andrew Knizner for assignment to make room
Wiemer brings versatility and upside to Giants' outfield
Knizner likely non-tender candidate after down 2025 season
- Who
- San Francisco Giants, Miami Marlins, Joey Wiemer, Andrew Knizner
- What
- Cash trade for outfielder Joey Wiemer, designation for assignment for catcher Andrew Knizner
- When
- Recently, ahead of the non-tender deadline
- Where
- Oracle Park (Giants' home stadium)
- Why
- To boost outfield depth and potentially make changes at the catcher position
Giants' Perspective
Marlins' Perspective
Outfield Depth
Giants' Perspective
Giants gain versatility and upside
Marlins' Perspective
Marlins clear roster space for prospects
Catcher Position
Giants' Perspective
Giants open doors for youth or external additions
Marlins' Perspective
Marlins protect prospects from Rule 5 Draft
- Player Acquired
- Joey Wiemer
- Player Lost
- Andrew Knizner
- Consideration
- Cash
- Wiemer's Age
- 27
- Knizner's 2025 Slash Line
- .221/.299/.299