Wed Sep 18 01:03:46 UTC 2024: ## Boras Defends Zaidi’s Role in Chapman Deal, Citing Hospitalization and Common Practice

**San Francisco, CA** – Amidst rumors of Farhan Zaidi’s potential departure from the San Francisco Giants, super agent Scott Boras has stepped forward to defend the team president’s role in securing Matt Chapman’s six-year extension.

Boras refuted reports suggesting that Zaidi was sidelined from the negotiations, stating that “any report that suggests that Farhan and I did not negotiate the financial package is inaccurate.” He emphasized that Zaidi was actively involved throughout the process, despite facing health issues that required hospitalization.

According to Boras, the financial terms of the deal were finalized through a two-week negotiation period, conducted while Zaidi was in and out of the hospital. Boras acknowledged that Buster Posey may have stepped in to secure approval for the no-trade clause, but clarified that this is a common practice for such contracts.

“As with most long-term contracts, once you have agreement on financial terms, there are ancillary contract terms — guarantee language, no-trade provisions, charitable donations, signing bonus and salary payment structure — that are commonly completed by other team officials,” Boras explained.

While Boras’ loyalty to Zaidi is evident, the article also acknowledges that internal tensions exist within the Giants’ front office, with at least one source seemingly aiming to portray Zaidi in an unfavorable light.

Despite Boras’ defense, Zaidi’s future with the Giants remains uncertain. The team’s recent struggles, coupled with reports of dissatisfaction from the board of directors, have fueled speculation about his potential departure. The article concludes that while Boras may be a strong voice in Zaidi’s corner, his fate ultimately lies in the hands of the Giants ownership group.

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