Giants face tough season; Vitello's job security in question
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 12, 2026, 3:06 PM
Last updated Jul 12, 2026
The San Francisco Giants are struggling in the 2026 MLB season, currently holding a record of 40-55 and trailing the Los Angeles Dodgers by 20.5 games. First-year manager Tony Vitello is under scrutiny as sources suggest he might return to college baseball due to the team's performance. Despite having players like Luis Arraez and Bryce Eldridge showing promise, the Giants are likely to become trade deadline sellers. With the season nearing its end, speculation about Vitello's future has intensified, particularly should a fitting position in college baseball become available.
- •Giants are 40-55, near the bottom of the NL standings.
- •Tony Vitello's position as manager is uncertain after a rocky start.
- •Giants expected to be sellers at the upcoming trade deadline.
- •Luis Arraez and Bryce Eldridge are among the few highlights this season.
- •Speculation exists about Vitello returning to college baseball.
- 3:06 PMYahoo Sports — MLB insider hints wild college outcome for Giants' Tony Vitello that would not be a surprise
"This would be a wild outcome for Tony Vitello and the Giants.
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