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Giants manager Tony Vitello has blown-away reaction to Rafael Devers’ big HR vs. Phillies

The San Francisco Giants produced a statement win vs. the Philadelphia Phillies behind a powerful display from first baseman Rafael Devers, prompting a strong reaction from manager Tony Vitello Wednesday afternoon.

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Giants shut out Phillies again to take series

Things were very different in 2013. Barry Zito was completing a wildly successful eight-year contract with the San Francisco Giants. America was falling in love with a prehistoric family called The Croods and an up-and-coming rapper from the Pacific Northwest named Macklemore.

San Francisco Giants News / Field Level Media / April 8

Rafael Devers' 3-run bomb delivers Giants win over Phillies

Tyler Mahle combined with four relievers on a four-hitter, Rafael Devers broke a sixth-inning tie with a three-run home run and the San Francisco Giants made it two of three from the visiting Philadelphia Phillies with a 5-0 victory Wednesday afternoon.

San Francisco Giants News / McCovey Chronicles / April 8

Giants Minor League Baseball roundup, April 7: 4 games, 4 wins

I don’t know about you, but I sure am happy that Minor League Baseball is back. It’s probably easier to be excited about the Minors since the San Francisco Giants aren’t worth being excited about, but it’s also just great having so much baseball around, and optimism in the air.

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Tyler Mahle News / San Francisco Giants on SI / April 8

Tyler Mahle, Giants Face Phillies: Preview, storylines

The San Francisco Giants have been one of the worst home teams in baseball so far this season. Perhaps they just need a long road trip to get things going again.

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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.

Red Sox to sign former Yankees relief pitcher ahead of Opening Day

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Daniel Susac News / Field Level Media / April 8

Giants' Daniel Susac hopes to continue fast start vs. Phillies

Daniel Susac's start to his career has been so eye-opening that the rookie catcher has earned himself more at-bats. Susac became the first player in Giants history to open his career with five consecutive hits, and San Francisco manager Tony Vitello indicated he's ready to write Susac's name on the lineup card more frequently.

Daniel Susac News / Larry Brown Sports / April 8

Giants rookie accomplishes a feat that was last done in 1961

The San Francisco Giants have a promising rookie catcher in Daniel Susac, who continued his hot start to his big league career on Tuesday. The 24-year-old Susac had another brilliant performance, as the Giants played the second game of their series against the Philadelphia Phillies at Oracle Park in San Francisco, Cali.

Robbie Ray News / McCovey Chronicles / April 8

Robbie Ray rights the ship as Giants shut out Phillies

On Monday, the San Francisco Giants lost to the Philadelphia Phillies 6-4, and I crafted an entire maybe-I’m-thinking-about-this-too-much narrative to go with it.

San Francisco Giants News / Field Level Media / April 8

Daniel Susac off to historic start as Giants blank Phillies

Robbie Ray tossed 6 2/3 shutout innings and rookie Daniel Susac went 3-for-4 with two RBIs to help the San Francisco Giants record a 6-0 victory over the visiting Philadelphia Phillies on Tuesday night.

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

Giants Must Hope Awful Home Start is Portent of Good Things to Come

The San Francisco Giants are not off to a good start in the Tony Vitello era. The first-year manager, who has no pro baseball experience but coached at the University of Tennessee and won a national championship, has presided over the franchise’s worst start at home in more than a quarter-century, per NBC Sports Bay Area’s Alex Pavlovic.

Joel Peguero News / San Francisco Giants on SI / April 7

Joel Peguero Could be First Injured Giants Reliever to Return to Bullpen

The San Francisco Giants have had more than their fair share of injuries in the bullpen, but one injured reliever is getting close to a return. Joel Peguero is expected to start an injury rehab assignment this week per NBC Sports Bay Area’s Alex Pavlovic.

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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.

MLB News / Field Level Media / April 7

Plagued by bullpen woes, Giants hope veteran Robbie Ray can silence Phillies

The San Francisco Giants continue to struggle in the bullpen and will keep looking for answers when they host the Philadelphia Phillies on Tuesday night in the middle game of a three-game series.

MLB News / San Francisco Giants on SI / April 7

Robbie Ray Leads Giants Against Phillies: Preview, Storylines

The San Francisco Giants will have to deal with one of the best left-handers in the National League if they want to beat the Philadelphia Phillies on Tuesday night.

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Tony Vitello News / A to Z Sports / April 7

Former Tennessee coach Tony Vitello may have already broken an unwritten MLB clubhouse rule with the San Francisco Giants

Former Tennessee Vols baseball coach Tony Vitello is having a rough start as the manager of the San Francisco Giants. Vitello is quickly learning how different life is in the big leagues.

San Francisco Giants News / Just Baseball / April 7

Four Fresh Faces to Follow in the Giants’ Farm System

There’s no denying that the San Francisco Giants have one of the quickest rising farm systems in the league. While we definitely have to see what they become, it’s the most talent this system has had at once in quite some time.

San Francisco Giants News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 6

Giants’ biggest flop to begin 2026 MLB season

As we turn the calendar to the second week of April in the 2026 MLB season, people in San Francisco are already hitting the panic button. This Giants team looked like it would be a contender on paper.

MLB News / Yardbarker / April 6

Red Sox still haunted by Rafael Devers trade

The team is haunted by how it has handled the decision to move on from Devers.

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Tony Vitello News / A to Z Sports / April 6

Tony Vitello made his first unnecessary mistake as the manager of the San Francisco Giants, and it was a tough look

Former Tennessee Vols baseball coach Tony Vitello is still getting accustomed to life in the big leagues. Vitello’s had an up-and-down start in his role as the manager of the San Francisco Giants.

Rafael Devers News / Athlon Sports / April 5

Giants Make Rafael Devers Decision Before Mets Game

The San Francisco Giants will take on the New York Mets at home on Sunday, looking to split the four-game series. The Giants are coming off a tough 9-0 loss in which the offense struggled across the board, prompting a potential shake-up as they look to bounce back. They will need one of their biggest superstars, Rafael Devers, to step up.

Tyler Fitzgerald News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 4

Blue Jays Acquire Tyler Fitzgerald

The Blue Jays and Giants have each announced that utilityman Tyler Fitzgerald has been traded to the Jays in exchange for cash considerations. Fitzgerald has been optioned to the Jays’ Triple-A affiliate. Toronto has an open spot on its 40-man roster, so no corresponding move was necessary.

San Francisco Giants News / Athlon Sports / April 4