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The San Francisco Giants are off to an excellent start this season with some familiar faces leading the way for the franchise. This winter, the Giants underwent a lot of change both in the front office and on their roster.

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Helfrick Named to Buster Posey Award Midseason Watch List

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – Ryder Helfrick has been named to the midseason watch list for the Buster Posey National Collegiate Catcher of the Year Award, presented by the Greater Wichita Area Sports Commission.

San Francisco Giants News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 29

Willy Adames reveals Buster Posey’s crucial impact in Giants free agency decision

Willy Adames agreed to a contract with the San Francisco Giants in MLB free agency this past offseason. The $182 million contract certainly played a role in his decision, but Adames also credited Giants’ president of baseball operations (and former All-Star catcher) Buster Posey.

San Francisco Giants News / San Francisco Giants on SI / April 27

Four Trade Candidates San Francisco Giants Should Monitor Ahead of Deadline

The San Francisco Giants have surprisingly been one of the better teams in baseball this season, but that doesn't mean that they should stay content ahead of the trade deadline.

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The 'Most 40 home run seasons in MLB history' quiz

How many of the 50 MLB players with three or more 40 home run seasons can you name in six minutes?

The 'Home Run Derby champion' quiz

The 'MLB home run leaders from 2024' quiz

The '200 or more strikeouts in 2019' quiz

San Francisco Giants News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 26

Buster Posey hilariously drops Zac Efron comparison on Giants legend

On a day dedicated to honoring one of the most beloved Giants in franchise history, it was Buster Posey who stole the show for a moment with a perfectly timed joke.

San Francisco Giants News / San Francisco Giants on SI / April 24

San Francisco Giants President Has Helped Change Franchise's Outlook

The San Francisco Giants have been one of the biggest surprises so far this season, and a major reason for that has come from the top. For the last three years, the Giants have been mediocre at best.

San Francisco Giants News / San Francisco Giants on SI / April 23

MLB Analyst Shockingly Snubs San Francisco Giants From Best Teams Rankings

The San Francisco Giants have been one of the best teams in baseball this year, kicking off the Buster Posey era with a bang. After compiling MLB's top record during spring training, they've opened the season 15-9 despite their tough schedule and playing in the toughest division in baseball.

MLB News / West Virginia Mountaineers on SI / April 21

Logan Sauve Earns a Spot on the Buster Posey Award Watch List

West Virginia University catcher Logan Sauve was selected to the Buster Posey Watch List Monday afternoon. The award is presented each year to the nation’s most outstanding catcher by the Wichita Sports Commission.

San Francisco Giants News / San Francisco Giants on SI / April 18

Offense is Least Concerning Thing About Slow Start of San Francisco Giants Star

One of the goals Buster Posey had when he took over as president of baseball operations for the San Francisco Giants was to infuse some power into the lineup.

San Francisco Giants News / San Francisco Giants on SI / April 18

San Francisco Giants Farm System Was Concerningly Ranked Worst In Baseball

The San Francisco Giants are off to a strong start to the season, but sustaining future success will have to be on the mind of their new president of baseball operations.

San Francisco Giants News / San Francisco Giants on SI / April 16

San Francisco Giants Prospect Draws Exciting Comparisons To All-Star Shortstops

The San Francisco Giants are off to a surprisingly hot start to the season, which is a great sign after new leadership has taken over. After several years of struggles, the Giants made the change in the front office to bring in Buster Posey to become the new president of baseball operations.

San Francisco Giants News / San Francisco Giants on SI / April 16

San Francisco Giants Cy Young Winner’s Early Returns Not Encouraging

There were many reasons to be encouraged by the signing of three-time Cy Young winner Justin Velander this offseason. The San Francisco Giants needed a veteran arm and Verlander was drawn by the chance to start and the new leadership, helmed by former player Buster Posey as the franchise’s president of baseball operations.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / April 16

Phillies Superstar Infielder Admits this Former All-Star Has His ‘Dream Job’

The Philadelphia Phillies are used to the steady, experienced hand of Dave Dombrowski as their president of baseball operations. But Dombrowski never played.

San Francisco Giants News / San Francisco Giants on SI / April 15

Phillies Superstar Says San Francisco Giants Boss Has His ‘Dream Job’

It’s rare to see a former player of Buster Posey’s stature lead an organization like the San Francisco Giants. When San Francisco hired him to be the president

San Francisco Giants News / San Francisco Giants on SI / April 14

Who to Watch for San Francisco Giants' Top Selection in 2025 MLB Draft

The San Francisco Giants are playing a game of back to the future. The Giants championship teams were built on three picks, the final of which was the fourth pick of the 2008 MLB draft — catcher Buster Posey.

San Francisco Giants News / San Francisco Giants on SI / April 13

Should San Francisco Giants Fans Panic Over New Star's Early Slump?

When Buster Posey took the reins of the San Francisco Giants organization this offseason, he got right to work on putting some old narratives to bed and shaping the team to suit his vision.

San Francisco Giants News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 11

Buster Posey explains how Giants offense can keep up with Dodgers, Padres

Back in the heart of the San Francisco Giants’ clubhouse — but this time in a suit rather than catcher’s gear — Buster Posey is focused on proving that his club can compete with the heavyweights in the NL West.

San Francisco Giants News / San Francisco Giants on SI / April 11

Superstar Reveals Main X Factor in Historic San Francisco Giants Signing

After years of missing out on big-name free agents, the San Francisco Giants finally landed one last offseason in Willy Adames. The star shortstop inked the largest free-agent deal in franchise history, signing for seven years and $182 million.

San Francisco Giants News / LWOSports.com / March 19

San Francisco Giants 2025 O/U: Why the Giants are Guaranteed to Hit the OVER

The 2024 San Francisco Giants season was the same as the past few seasons, lackluster. The Giants finished 4th in the NL West with an 80-82 record. This is their 3rd consecutive season missing the playoffs since their historic 107-win season in 2021.

MLB News / Burn City Sports / February 7

3 ASU players on the Golden Spikes Award Preseason Watch List

ASU baseball is less than a week away from opening night against Ohio State. Next Friday marks head coach Willie Bloomquist’s fourth year leading the program with a 90-81 record through the previous three seasons.

San Francisco Giants News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 30

Buster Posey: Giants 'feel pretty set' with current roster

This is Posey’s first offseason in his current job, as he was just hired at the end of September. Unlike other baseball operations leaders, there’s no real track record to go off of, making it hard to gauge how the Giants would behave this winter.

Reds acquire former All-Star reliever from Giants

White Sox discussed Luis Robert with Reds, Giants; trade before spring training seen as unlikely

Grading the 2024 season for every MLB team

The 'World Series-winning Giants' quiz

San Francisco Giants News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 9

Giants still view Jordan Hicks as starting pitcher despite struggles

The Giants continue to view Jordan Hicks as a starting pitcher, baseball operations president Buster Posey said on Monday.

Giants sign infielder to biggest deal in franchise history

Giants upgrade lineup by signing top free-agent SS to record-setting deal

Why Nolan Arenado's trade market is 'very limited'

Which MLB players have the most career WAR?

The 'Left-handed Cy Young Award winners' quiz

San Francisco Giants News / Larry Brown Sports / November 26

Giants could bring back beloved ex-World Series MVP in coaching role?

Buster Posey may be trying to get more of the gang back together. The former NL MVP Posey, now the president of baseball operations for the San Francisco Giants, appeared this week on The Athletic’s “The Windup” podcast.

San Francisco Giants News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 5