San Francisco Giants face calls to fire manager Tony Vitello
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 20, 2026, 7:49 AM
Last updated Jun 20, 2026
The San Francisco Giants are under scrutiny following a scandal involving players defacing Pride hats during a game against the Chicago Cubs. Reports indicate that manager Tony Vitello was aware of and assisted in planning this protest, which has sparked outrage among fans and commentators alike. The Giants have been criticized for their handling of the situation, with calls for Vitello's immediate dismissal gaining traction. The franchise struggles to navigate the fallout from this incident and repair its image amid ongoing criticism.
- •Giants' players defaced Pride hats on June 14.
- •Manager Vitello reportedly knew about the planned protest.
- •Critics demand Vitello's firing as a necessary first step.
- •The incident has led to significant backlash against the team.
- 7:49 AMYahoo Sports — Fire Vitello Immediately
"Vitello knew. And he has to go if this franchise has any hope of moving on from this scandal.
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