All indications point to the Giants trading ace Madison Bumgarner near the July 31 trade deadline.
But, if Farhan Zaidi decides to pull the trigger before the season starts, the team most likely to receive the 2014 World Series MVP is the Milwaukee Brewers.
According to Fox Sports' Jon Morosi, the Giants and Brewers have had "substantive communication" regarding the pitcher.
Bumgarner's future with the Giants has been a hot topic since Zaidi was named President of Baseball Operations in November.
The 29-year-old left-handed pitcher is the Giants best trade chip and gives them a legitimate chance to replenish their farm system with several quality prospects.