The San Francisco Giants are enduring a dismal MLB season, currently 12 games below .500, prompting discussions among fans about the merits of tanking. However, new draft lottery rules, established in the last collective bargaining agreement, complicate this strategy. The rules prevent teams from large markets, such as the Giants, from securing a lottery pick in consecutive seasons, limiting their potential to improve through the draft. Even with the worst record, the highest they can draft is 10th. This season's draft holds significant importance for the Giants, as they possess the No. 4 pick and an additional No. 29 pick from a trade. With a total bonus pool of $17.35 million, the Giants are reportedly interested in drafting Roch Cholowsky, a highly regarded shortstop from UCLA. However, insiders express skepticism about their ability to secure him, as teams typically choose players based on their preferences rather than financial incentives.