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San Francisco Giants Manager Bob Melvin made history this afternoon on the road in a 9-3 win against the Atlanta Braves. It was his 1,651st career win.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

The 20 greatest MLB managers who never won a World Series

Success in Major League Baseball can be measured in many ways; namely, winning a World Series. As a player, it is truly special. Meanwhile, doing so in the capacity of manager is a significant accomplishment, considering the pressure to succeed.

San Francisco Giants News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 12

Giants manager hoping Rafael Devers doesn't land on IL

After being traded from the Red Sox to the Giants in a shocking June blockbuster, Rafael Devers hasn’t quite looked like himself in recent weeks.

Giants DH Rafael Devers has MRI, to play through back issue

The 24 worst MLB teams in the modern era

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The 'Multiple 100-RBI MLB seasons' quiz

29 active players knocked in 100 or more runs in a season more than once. How many of the 29 can you name in five minutes?

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San Francisco Giants News / San Francisco Giants on SI / July 10

Giants Didn't Do Enough to Help Justin Verlander in Last Start, Says Bob Melvin

The San Francisco Giants started off the 2025 season like they were shot out of a cannon, absolutely tearing up whoever they faced and putting together multiple game-winning plays in the late part of matchups.

San Francisco Giants News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 9

Bob Melvin’s ‘hopeful’ take on Patrick Bailey’s historic Giants walk-off

A game-winning home run always brings excitement, but Patrick Bailey’s walk-off, inside-the-park home run was one that San Francisco Giants fans won’t soon forget.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / July 1

Giants exercise manager Bob Melvin's contract for 2026

The San Francisco Giants picked up the 2026 option on manager Bob Melvin's contract on Tuesday. Melvin, 63, is in his second season guiding the Giants.

San Francisco Giants News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 1

Giants exercise 2026 option on manager Bob Melvin

The San Francisco Giants have exercised their 2026 club option on manager Bob Melvin, per a team announcement. He’d previously been in the final guaranteed season of his contract.

Two-time Olympic medalist announces his retirement from Braves

Diamondbacks ban fan who has been 'involved in multiple offenses'

Astros manager confirms the bad news on three-time All-Star

MLB teams utilizing new technique to keep runners from stealing

Mets' Juan Soto addresses leadership style after players-only meeting

Three trade destinations for Seth Lugo

San Francisco Giants News / Yardbarker / June 30

Why Giants' Bob Melvin should be on hot seat if struggles continue

Why Giants manager Bob Melvin should be on hot seat if struggles continue

San Francisco Giants president Buster Posey may have to evaluate Melvin at the All-Star break to see if he is the right person to lead the team moving forward.

Giants host Diamondbacks, try to put frustrations behind them

Rafael Devers, Framber Valdez commit to World Baseball Classic for D.R.

The 24 worst MLB teams in the modern era

The 'MLB stolen base leaders since 1990' quiz

San Francisco Giants News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 26

Giants fans rip Bob Melvin over claim after getting swept by Marlins

The San Francisco Giants’ season continued to spiral as the team was swept by the Miami Marlins in a three-game series at home. The Marlins outscored the Giants 24-12 in the sweep despite entering the series with the third-worst run differential in the majors.

San Francisco Giants News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 26

Giants’ Bob Melvin offers 7-word defense to costly decision vs. Marlins

The San Francisco Giants fell in dramatic fashion to the Miami Marlins on Wednesday night, losing 8-5 in 10 innings. But what stood out most was manager Bob Melvin’s late-game decision to wave Jung Hoo Lee home, one that backfired and left fans buzzing.

San Francisco Giants News / Yardbarker / June 11

Justin Verlander takes a big step toward his Giants return

After logging a strong simulated game on Wednesday at Coors Field, San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Justin Verlander took another big step toward a return to the mound.

Tigers may lose key part of their rotation through 2026

Giants place star player on IL in series of roster moves

Royals place All-Star pitcher on IL

Braves' Ronald Acuna Jr. reacts to news about Ozzie Albies

How the Yankees can keep 'odd man out' Ben Rice in the lineup

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San Francisco Giants News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 11

Giants place star player on IL in series of roster moves

The Giants have selected catcher Logan Porter to their roster. Fellow backstop Patrick Bailey goes on the 10-day injured list with a neck strain, retroactive to June 8.

Royals place All-Star pitcher on IL

Braves' Ronald Acuna Jr. reacts to news about Ozzie Albies

Mets' Juan Soto continues to flash recovered swagger in win

MLB players anonymously named one team they do not want to play for

Craig Kimbrel lands with new team after puzzling Braves stint

How the Yankees can keep 'odd man out' Ben Rice in the lineup

San Francisco Giants News / San Francisco Giants on SI / May 28

San Francisco Giants Manager Bob Melvin Announces Seismic Change to Bullpen Roles

The San Francisco Giants have made some major changes to their bullpen recently, some because of ineffective play and others out of necessity. With Jordan Hicks struggling in some facets as a starter, the Giants decided to move him back to the bullpen, swapping roles with Hayden Birdsong.

San Francisco Giants News / San Francisco Giants on SI / May 20

Giants Offensive Struggles Continue in Key Area As Bob Melvin Tweaks Lineup

The San Francisco Giants look to bounce back against the Kansas City Royals on Tuesday night following Monday's loss to start the series. The Giants have been a surprise team in the 2025 MLB season and are only one game back from the National League West lead.

MLB News / Field Level Media / May 13

Giants looking for lost offense vs. Diamondbacks

Shaking up the lineup did not have the desired effect for San Francisco Giants manager Bob Melvin, whose team has lost a season-high four straight games.

San Francisco Giants News / Yardbarker / April 17