Giants, Blanco agree to two-year deal


OF Gregor Blanco is a key player for the Giants. (Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports)

The San Francisco Giants and outfielder Gregor Blanco avoided arbitration by agreeing to a two-year, $7.5 million contract, according to reports Sunday.

Blanco, 31, had been offered $3.3 million from the Giants, while he countered with $4 million.

In 2014, Blanco hit .260 with five home runs and 38 RBIs.