The San Francisco Giants opted to non-tendered Kevin Pillar on Dec. 2, thereby allowing him to test the waters of free agency this offseason.
It was a move that shocked fans and Around the Foghorn contributors alike, as several staff writers had predicted Pillar would be offered a contract for the 2020 season.
Despite not starting the season with the Giants, Pillar finished as the team leader in hits (157), doubles (37), home runs (21), RBI (87), runs scored (82) and steals (14) while playing 129 games in center field. All told, he tied for the team lead with 156 games played.