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Tony Vitello: First College Coach to MLB Manager Role

2/11/2026

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Tony Vitello, the San Francisco Giants' new manager, would be the first MLB manager to move directly from college coaching to the majors.
He led the Tennessee Volunteers to a national title in 2024.
He plans to maintain his emotional coaching style.
Opening Day against the New York Yankees will be a significant moment after a disappointing previous season.

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Story summary

Tony Vitello, the San Francisco Giants' new manager, would be the first MLB manager to move directly from college coaching to the majors.
He led the Tennessee Volunteers to a national title in 2024.
He plans to maintain his emotional coaching style.
Opening Day against the New York Yankees will be a significant moment after a disappointing previous season.