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Giants Eye Unconventional Hire: Tony Vitello as Manager

10/18/2025

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The San Francisco Giants are targeting University of Tennessee head coach Tony Vitello as their new manager, marking a historic and unconventional hire.
Vitello has a 341-131 record and led Tennessee to a College World Series title in 2024, despite lacking professional coaching experience.
Giants president Buster Posey aims to revitalize the team after firing Bob Melvin, who had a 161-163 record.
Vitello's hiring could be finalized within 72 hours, indicating a significant shift in the Giants' management strategy.

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The San Francisco Giants are targeting University of Tennessee head coach Tony Vitello as their new manager, marking a historic and unconventional hire.
Vitello has a 341-131 record and led Tennessee to a College World Series title in 2024, despite lacking professional coaching experience.
Giants president Buster Posey aims to revitalize the team after firing Bob Melvin, who had a 161-163 record.
Vitello's hiring could be finalized within 72 hours, indicating a significant shift in the Giants' management strategy.