Buster Posey confirms Tony Vitello will remain manager of San Francisco Giants

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Last updated Aug 30, 2026

Buster Posey confirms Tony Vitello will remain manager of San Francisco Giants
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San Francisco Giants top executive Buster Posey confirmed that manager Tony Vitello remains in the team's plans for next year. Despite a challenging season and ongoing questions regarding his transition from college coaching to the professional level, Vitello stated his commitment to improving the team's performance. Vitello, who is under contract for two more seasons, emphasized his desire to leave the club in a better position than he found it. The manager also dismissed speculation regarding a return to the college ranks, noting that his sole focus remains on his role in San Francisco. Vitello continues to work on building rapport with veteran players including Willy Adames, Rafael Devers, and Matt Chapman while aiming to bring stability to a franchise that has endured five consecutive non-winning seasons.

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  • Buster Posey stated that Tony Vitello will return as manager for the next season.
  • Vitello is under contract for two additional seasons at 3.5 million dollars per year.
  • The Giants have endured five consecutive non-winning seasons.
  • Vitello has no immediate plans to return to college coaching.
  • The manager is working to implement professional adjustments based on his college preparation methods.
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Buster Posey, the San Francisco Giants' top baseball executive, has made it clear that manager Tony Vitello is in the team's plans for next year. Does Vitello, though, want to return?

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