The year 2024 is soon to be upon us, so perhaps it's time to start thinking about the 2024-25 free agent class. Headlining that class, assuming the Yankees don't extend him, will be Juan Soto entering his age-26 season. Should the San Francisco Giants make a serious run at Soto, as they have in recent years with Bryce Harper, Aaron Judge, Carlos Correa, and Shohei Ohtani? The Giants absolutely should, but fans have learned by now not to expect the SF Giants to land the big fish, even if fans accept that the Giants are giving it their best effort.

Among the other questions asked and answered on today's edition of the Locked On Giants podcast:

What is the Giants' payroll status for 2024 after committing $7 million to Jung Hoo Lee? In your opinion could they afford to sign two more nine-figure free agents this year like Blake Snell and Matt Chapman?

Why have I heard literally nothing about the Giants pursuing Shota Imanaga? He would help capture Japan fan interest, and would be upper rotation. Great to pair with Snell.

It seems like every player wants to be a Dodger and no one wants to be a Giant. It starts with drafting a developing star talent. Farhan Zaidi has failed to do this so far. Is there any hope this will happen in the future?

What is the difference between generously giving Carlos Correa a 13-year deal when you know he will not be good at the end of it vs. being much more conservative with long term deals for starting pitchers?

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