INF Donovan Solano goes to arbitration with Giants

<p>SAN FRANCISCO &mdash; Infielder Donovan Solano went to salary arbitration with the San Francisco Giants on Wednesday, asking for a raise to $3.9 million rather than the team’s $3.25 million offer.</p>
<p>A decision by arbitrators Melinda Gordon, Gil Vernon and Robert Keller is expected Thursday.</p>
<p>The 33-year-old second baseman, who also can play shortstop, hit a career-high .326 with three homers and 29 RBIs in 190 at-bats during the pandemic-shortened season. He earned $509,259 in prorated pay from a $1,375,000 salary.</p>
<p>Solano is eligible for free agency after the World Series.</p>
<p>Teams have won four of seven cases decided thus far. Chicago Cubs outfielder Ian Happ is the only player awaiting a hearing.</p>
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