Giants manager Vitello criticized after Drew Gilbert pinch-hits amid loss
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 1:47 PM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
San Francisco Giants manager Tony Vitello faces criticism following a 16-2 loss to the Milwaukee Brewers on June 1. Fans expressed discontent over Vitello’s decision to pinch-hit Drew Gilbert for rookie Jonah Cox in the fifth inning, a move seen as questionable given the game situation. Vitello defended his choice, stating it aimed to spark a rally despite the team being down by six runs. The Giants aim to improve their performance as Vitello navigates a challenging start to the season, facing mounting pressure from an unhappy fan base.
- •Giants lost 16-2 to Brewers on June 1
- •Vitello pinch-hit Gilbert for Cox in the fifth
- •Fans upset over the decision amid losing situation
- •Vitello aims to turn the season around
- •Giants are facing pressure from their fan base
- 1:47 PMYahoo Sports — Giants manager Tony Vitello under fire over Drew Gilbert decision after Jonah Cox early exit
"At this point nothing is going in Tony Vitello's favor, no matter what decision he makes. His decision on Monday has him under flock for a questionable rookie move.
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