The Giants were comfortable signing Willy Adames to the richest contract in franchise history because they felt he would not only stabilize a premium defensive position but also add an impact bat to their lineup.

Adames set the tone on the first day of full-squad workouts by homering off right-hander Sean Hjelle during live bullpens, then hit two more off Logan Webb the next day. On Wednesday afternoon, Ramos stepped in the box in front of several dozen fans and took his turn to flex.

Willy Adames started spring training a while ago. He has been working out in Arizona for about a month, looking to ease his transition to life with the San Francisco Giants.

Willy Adames was surprised Monday when he walked out for a live batting practice session and found that hundreds of Giants fans were sitting along the first base line at Scottsdale Stadium. It was the first day the ballpark opened to the public,