BREAKING: Posey, Kieschnick, Crawford Sign; Giants Grow A Pair

Baggarly (of course) has the scoop:

The Giants are on the cusp of signing first-round pick Buster Posey to a major league contract worth roughly $7.5 million, industry sources told the Mercury News.

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The Giants also went beyond the recommended slot value to sign their third-round pick, Texas Tech outfielder Roger Kieschnick. He received a $525,000 bonus, $40,000 over the recommended amount. The club didn't announce a deal with their fourth-round pick, UCLA shortstop Brandon Crawford, but Bruins officials have been told that he signed for $375,000 — exceeding slot value by $92,000.

Overall, a very encouraging development for the rapidly improving farm system. Assist to the purse-string holders for going well above slot on all the guys to get them delivered.