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Drew Gilbert was a top reason why Tony Vitello left Tennessee for San Francisco, but he's not expected to be with Giants on opening day

Had the New York Mets not traded former Tennessee Vols outfielder Drew Gilbert to the San Francisco Giants last summer, Tony Vitello might still be coaching in Knoxville.

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Luis Arraez is the Reggie Jackson of the World Baseball Classic

New San Francisco Giants second baseman has read your (our) criticism of his lack of power and he decided to take it out on the beleaguered pitchers of Team Israel.

MLB News / McCovey Chronicles / March 9

Angels beat Giants 2-0 in extremely boring Spring Training game

The eternal struggle for fans, writers, analysts, and even coaches and front office folks this time of year, is figuring out what we can actually learn.

San Francisco Giants News / San Francisco Giants on SI / March 9

Who the Giants Already Know Will Be on the Opening Day Roster

The San Francisco Giants are one of the best teams in the Cactus League, which doesn’t mean much in the regular season. But it does mean the team is playing well at a time when the emphasis is more on gearing up than winning ball games.

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The '50-HR, .300 average MLB seasons' quiz

How many of the 20 MLB players to bat .300 and mash 50 home runs in the same season can you name in five minutes?

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San Francisco Giants News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 9

Giants boost bullpen by re-signing reliever who had 3.76 ERA in 2025

The San Francisco Giants are looking to knock off the Los Angeles Dodgers in the NL West this year. The Giants have made some moves to bolster their bullpen in hopes that they can take out the Dodgers in 2026.

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One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026

As Spring Training opens for 2026, all 30 teams have high hopes and big questions. These are the storylines to follow for each team heading into Opening Day.

Joey Lucchesi News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 9

Giants To Re-Sign Joey Lucchesi

The Giants have agreed to bring left-hander Joey Lucchesi back on a minor league deal, Jon Heyman of the New York Post reports. The CAA client will head to big league camp and be paid $1.55MM if he makes the roster.

Rafael Devers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 9

Giants getting Rafael Devers back after spring training injury scare

The biggest addition of the San Francisco Giants’ offseason could actually be the one they made months before Hot Stove even began. Rafael Devers has been

MLB News / San Francisco Giants on SI / March 9

Giants Backups Turn Sixth Inning into Slam Fest Against Cubs

The San Francisco Giants had five home runs on Sunday against the Chicago Cubs. None were hit by a player that is projected to be in the opening day starting lineup.

Parks Harber News / San Francisco Giants on SI / March 8

Giants Star Prospect Parks Harber Impresses with First Spring Training Home Run

San Francisco Giants prospect Parks Harber is doing everything possible to ensure the franchise knows he’s coming soon. He got the start on Sunday against the Chicago Cubs, and he added to his list of spring accomplishments with his first home run, an opposite field shot that tied the game.

San Francisco Giants News / San Francisco Giants on SI / March 8

Giants’ Bryce Eldridge Insists Fan Favorite Rookie is Just ‘Regular Dude’

San Francisco Giants fans gained an appreciation for Drew Gilbert last season, especially his dugout antics and fiery personality on the field. Giants top prospect Bryce Eldridge got a double dose of it.

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25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season

The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.

San Francisco Giants News / Last Word On Sports / March 8

A Look at Three Relievers Who Could Factor Into the Giants’ Bullpen Plans in 2026

The San Francisco Giants’ pitching rotation, barring any injuries, is largely set for 2026. The group will consist of ace Logan Webb, Robbie Ray, Landen

Carson Whisenhunt News / San Francisco Giants on SI / March 8

Carson Whisenhunt Shines Bright in Giants Spring Training Win Over Rangers

Carson Whisenhunt was desperately in need to a get-right game as he started for the San Francisco Giants on Saturday against the Texas Rangers. Well, the right-hander got right in a big way.

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San Francisco Giants News / McCovey Chronicles / March 8

The Giants + ABS Challenge System = more Giants wins

It’s another season of change for Major League Baseball. For the first time ever, hitters and catchers will have the chance to overturn called balls and strikes in official games.

Luis Arraez News / San Francisco Giants on SI / March 8

Giants’ Luis Arraez Sets WBC Record with Two-Home Run Game for Venezuela

Luis Arráez had 36 career Major League home runs. He's not known for his power, and that's not why the San Francisco Giants signed him to a one-year contract.

San Francisco Giants News / San Francisco Giants on SI / March 7

Luis Matos’ Sensational Spring Gives Giants Hope He Can Fulfill Potential

Everywhere Luis Matos has played in the San Francisco Giants organization, he's shined — except for the one place where it matters most. The outfielder’s career slash of .231/.281/.369 in 178 Major League games underscores the inconsistency he’s had at the plate since his MLB debut in 2023.

Tyler Mahle News / San Francisco Giants on SI / March 7

Giants Need Tyler Mahle to Improve This Key Factor After Splendid Spring Start

The San Francisco Giants signed Tyler Mahle to a one-year contract in part on the recommendation of his former boss, Bruce Bochy. Bochy, of course, carries a lot of weight in the Giants organization.

JT Brubaker News / San Francisco Giants on SI / March 7

JT Brubaker Should Have Giants Seeking Final Free-Agent Signing Before Opening Day

The San Francisco Giants are leaking relievers due to injuries in spring training. But other relievers are having difficulty making their case for the roster.

San Francisco Giants News / Total Pro Sports / March 7

'Extremely Unfair' – Wilson Contreras Criticizes The San Francisco Giants For Luis Arraez’s Contract

Despite being the best contact hitter in the MLB, Luis Arraez remained an unsigned free agent late into the offseason. Eventually, the San Francisco Giants signed him on a one-year, $12 million contract in January.

Rafael Devers News / Athlon Sports / March 6

Giants Receive Rafael Devers News After 5 Missed Games

The San Francisco Giants are hoping this is the year they finally break through and return to the MLB playoffs after undergoing a major change with Tony Vitello taking over as manager.

San Francisco Giants News / Just Baseball / March 6

Which Giants Are in the 2026 World Baseball Classic?

With baseball no longer being a staple in the summer Olympics, fans turn to the World Baseball Classic to see the best talent from across the world compete.

Luis Arraez News / Athlon Sports / March 6

Fantasy Baseball Draft Protecting Batting Average 2026: Is Bobby Witt or Luis Arraez?

In many of my articles leading up to the 2026 fantasy baseball season I have talked about roster construction for Roto leagues. While I often fail in this practice in my own drafts, I can give out solid advice to help you put together a balanced team to compete in all categories.

San Francisco Giants News / Just Baseball / March 5

The Giants Are Playing With Fire With Their Pitching Staff

It’s been an interesting road, but the San Francisco Giants have their five-man rotation fully set as we head into 2026. While that group was fine for the majority of 2025, it was a shell of itself by season’s end.

Joel Peguero News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 4

Giants’ Joel Peguero Diagnosed With Grade 2 Hamstring Strain

Giants reliever Joel Peguero has been diagnosed with a Grade 2 strain of his left hamstring, the team announced. The team didn’t announce a return timeline, but it seems likely the hard-throwing righty will begin the season on the 15-day injured list.

Tony Vitello News / A to Z Sports / March 4

Tony Vitello brought up an idea that he used at Tennessee and it was almost immediately rejected by the Giants

San Francisco Giants manager Tony Vitello thought about bringing some of the college game to MLB, but it doesn't sound like his idea was well received.

Wilmer Flores News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 4

Wilmer Flores Holding Out For Major League Deal

Veteran infielder Wilmer Flores remains unsigned with about three weeks to go until Opening Day. He tells Susan Slusser of The San Francisco Chronicle that he has had some minor league offers but he is hoping to land a major league deal.