The SF Giants were connected to Japanese ace Tatsuya Imai this offseason, but it seems the Giants were never really all that involved in the pitcher's market as he signed with the Houston Astros on a relatively modest deal.
However, the Giants seem very likely to be connected to Imai again next offseason because his three-year deal includes player opt-outs after each of the first two seasons.
SF Giants could potentially be players for Tatsuya Imai next offseason
That means Imai could be back on the market next offseason looking for the long-term deal he sought this offseason but was unable to get.