SI.com's Jon Heyman reports the New York Mets have considered whether to upgrade at catcher and have discussed acquiring San Francisco Giants C Bengie Molina.

The Mets are considering upgrading at catcher this winter and have reportedly already had internal discussions regarding Bengie Molina. It's likely that the Giants will keep Molina unless offered significantly more than he's worth. The 34-year-old has one year left on his deal and is due $6 million in 2009. Considering that it'd cost the Mets either Jon Niese or Daniel Murphy and more to get him, they'd be better off just sticking with Brian Schneider and Ramon Castro.Source: SI.com Related: Brian Schneider, Mets

Molina defied the conventional wisdom that said his numbers would take a dive with Barry Bonds no longer protecting him in the lineup. Instead, he became one of fantasy's finest catchers, with more RBIs than anyone at his position. The Giants may be tempted to trade him over the next year with Pablo Sandoval waiting in the wings.

Pablo Sandoval went 3-for-3 with two homers for Magallanes of the Venezuelan Winter League on Saturday, giving him nine homers for the season.Sandoval will likely start at either first base or third base for the Giants this season, and he goes into the season as a nice sleeper after his strong 2008 between the minors and majors.

GM Brian Sabean stated that he envisions Pablo Sandoval roaming third base in 2009, after he previously stated he would work at first, according to the Mercury News.There is a lot of time between now and spring training, so Sandoval's position could change again. He would rank as a sleeper next season if he ultimately nails down a starting spot, as he batted .345 with 24 RBI over 41 games in 2008.

According to the San Jose Mercury News, Giants GM Brian Sabean said this week that he sees Pablo Sandoval playing third base next season. That's a change from the end of the year, when Sabean stated that he had Sandoval penciled in at first base. The Giants are likely to add a regular infielder this winter, and they have plenty of flexibility. If it's a third baseman, Sandoval can move back to first. Rafael Furcal at shortstop might be their dream scenario, and that would involve Emmanuel Burriss moving to second base.Source: San Jose Mercury News Related: Rafael Furcal, Emmanuel Burriss

Steve Holm has been recalled by the Giants from Triple-A Fresno, according to the SF Chronicle.He will provide depth, and little else, at catcher. He does not merit fantasy attention.

Giants recalled catcher Steve Holm from Triple-A Fresno. Holm has hit .256/.351/.390 in 82 at-bats for San Francisco this year. He'll be the third catcher behind Bengie Molina and Pablo Sandoval.

Giants optioned catcher Steve Holm to Triple-A Fresno. Holm has seen limited action since re-joining the Giants in July, but he managed to go 6-for-12. Still, he's not a long-term answer, and the team wants to take a look at Pablo Sandoval.

Pablo Sandoval went 3-for-3 with two homers for Magallanes of the Venezuelan Winter League on Saturday, giving him nine homers for the season.Sandoval will likely start at either first base or third base for the Giants this season, and he goes into the season as a nice sleeper after his strong 2008 between the minors and majors.

GM Brian Sabean stated that he envisions Pablo Sandoval roaming third base in 2009, after he previously stated he would work at first, according to the Mercury News.There is a lot of time between now and spring training, so Sandoval's position could change again. He would rank as a sleeper next season if he ultimately nails down a starting spot, as he batted .345 with 24 RBI over 41 games in 2008.

According to the San Jose Mercury News, Giants GM Brian Sabean said this week that he sees Pablo Sandoval playing third base next season. That's a change from the end of the year, when Sabean stated that he had Sandoval penciled in at first base. The Giants are likely to add a regular infielder this winter, and they have plenty of flexibility. If it's a third baseman, Sandoval can move back to first. Rafael Furcal at shortstop might be their dream scenario, and that would involve Emmanuel Burriss moving to second base.Source: San Jose Mercury News Related: Rafael Furcal, Emmanuel Burriss

Updating previous reports, San Francisco Giants 1B Travis Ishikawa rejoined the team Friday, Sept. 26, against the Los Angeles Dodgers, and went 1-for-3 in his return, according to The Associated Press.

News: 1B Travis Ishikawa rejoined the Giants and was in the starting lineup Friday against the Dodgers after being away from the club for two days to attend the birth of his daughter. He went 1-for-3 with a strikeout.

Analysis: Ishikawa has long-term potential, but he might not hit enough to be an everyday option at first base. Consider him a low-end NL-only option for Draft Day 2009

News: Giants 1B Travis Ishikawa has not yet returned from his wife giving birth and did not play in Thursday's game against the Rockies.

Analysis: Ishikawa has long-term potential, but we are pretty sure he won't hit enough to be an everyday option at first base. Consider him a low-end NL-only option for Draft Day 2009

Chris Haft, of MLB.com, reports San Francisco Giants IF Kevin Frandsen could be moved to third base next season, if the team signs free-agent 2B Orlando Hudson (Diamondbacks) in the offseason.

John Torenli, of MLB.com, reports San Francisco Giants IF Kevin Frandsen went 3-for-4 in the Arizona Fall League Wednesday, Nov. 20.

Paige Schector, of MLB.com, reports San Francisco Giants IF Kevin Frandsen is hitting .331 with seven doubles, 25 runs scored and 17 RBIs in the Arizona Fall League.

Second base might be Velez's job to lose in 2009 if he could establish himself defensively. But he hasn't been able to do so thus far, which leaves wiggle room for Kevin Frandsen. At the very least, Velez's outstanding speed makes him a good source of steals in NL-only play.

Eugenio Velez will be in the mix to start at second base next season for the Giants though GM Brian Sabean is "pulling for" Kevin Frandsen who is coming back from injury, according to The Mercury News.Velez hit .262 with 15 steals in 275 AB this season and was particularly hot down the stretch hitting .328 over his last 45 appearances. As for Frandsen, he was in the mix to start at third base this season before injuring his Achilles tendon. Velez has the speed, so it would be best, from a fantasy perspective, if he were to win the job.

Velez has found his rhythm this month, ringing up a sterling .348 average, eight extra-base hits and a pair of stolen bases while playing all around the diamond.

Pablo Sandoval went 3-for-3 with two homers for Magallanes of the Venezuelan Winter League on Saturday, giving him nine homers for the season.Sandoval will likely start at either first base or third base for the Giants this season, and he goes into the season as a nice sleeper after his strong 2008 between the minors and majors.

GM Brian Sabean stated that he envisions Pablo Sandoval roaming third base in 2009, after he previously stated he would work at first, according to the Mercury News.There is a lot of time between now and spring training, so Sandoval's position could change again. He would rank as a sleeper next season if he ultimately nails down a starting spot, as he batted .345 with 24 RBI over 41 games in 2008.

According to the San Jose Mercury News, Giants GM Brian Sabean said this week that he sees Pablo Sandoval playing third base next season. That's a change from the end of the year, when Sabean stated that he had Sandoval penciled in at first base. The Giants are likely to add a regular infielder this winter, and they have plenty of flexibility. If it's a third baseman, Sandoval can move back to first. Rafael Furcal at shortstop might be their dream scenario, and that would involve Emmanuel Burriss moving to second base.Source: San Jose Mercury News Related: Rafael Furcal, Emmanuel Burriss

The San Francisco Chronicle’s John Shea reports San Francisco Giants IF Conor Gillaspie played third base for the first time in the majors on Tuesday, Sept. 23.

2008 draft pick Conor Gillaspie registered his first major league hit against Dan Haren Tuesday and manager Bruce Bochy commented that he may get a start at third base before the end of the season, according to the SF Chronicle. Bochy added, "He's not ready for the major leagues right now, but he's close. He's going to be on a fast pace. When you come up here the year you're drafted, that's probably added pressure on you as a player. You get drafted and dream of making it to the major leagues, and you're here already. I like the way he carries himself. I like the way he's worked."Gillaspie has a bright future with the Giants, but should not be on fantasy rosters in non-keeper leagues with less than two weeks left in the season.

Andrew Baggarly, of The Mercury News, reports San Francisco Giants 3B Conor Gillaspie is likely to receive a start soon, according to manager Bruce Bochy.

Steve Conley, of MLB.com, reports San Francisco Giants IF Ryan Rohlinger went 3-for-4 in the Arizona Fall League Wednesday, Nov. 12.

Steve Conley, of MLB.com, reports San Francisco Giants IF Ryan Rohlinger hit his second home run of the Arizona Fall League Wednesday, Oct. 22.

John Torenli, of MLB.com, reports San Francisco Giants IF Ryan Rohlinger hit his first home run in the Arizona Fall League Wednesday, Oct. 15.

Emmanuel Burriss went 4-for-6 and hit a rare home run Tuesday for Scottsdale of the AFL. The homer was just his third as a pro. He's hitting .352/.403/.423 with seven steals in 71 at-bats.

John Shea, of the San Francisco Chronicle, reports San Francisco Giants SS Emmanuel Burriss could be moved to second base next year if the team acquires a shortstop in the offseason.

Steve Conley, of MLB.com, reports San Francisco Giants SS Emmanuel Burriss went 4-for-6 and scored three runs in the Arizona Fall League Thursday, Oct. 16. He has four multi-hit games in nine games in the AFL.

Having proved himself worthy of everyday playing time, Lewis enters 2009 as the starting left fielder. The only question is whether he'll recovers from foot surgery in time for Spring Training. If not, then Dave Roberts or Minor League stud Nate Schierholtz (.320 AVG, 18 HR, 9 SB for Triple-A Fresno) will step in.

The San Francisco Chronicle's Henry Schulman reports San Francisco Giants OF Fred Lewis (foot) will wear a protective boot for another six or seven weeks and can begin running by mid-December or January.

The Giants are hoping Fred Lewis can begin running by mid-December or January, according to the SF Chronicle. He is recovering from bunion surgery.Lewis will wear a protective boot for another six or seven weeks before he gets into sneakers. He previously indicated he is confident he will be fully healthy by spring training.