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sports1 month ago•8 min saved

Vitello says foul-ball dispute, not ego, sparked Giants ejection vs. D-backs

Giants manager Tony Vitello explained his ejection during Friday’s 10-6 loss to the Diamondbacks came from arguing a third‑inning fair-ball call on Nolan Arenado’s chopper, which he insists was foul; he described the umpire’s tone as turning the moment personal, noted the dugout atmosphere and that pitching coach Justin Meccage stepped out instead of him, and urged better mental preparation as San Francisco fights through a tough stretch.

via NBC Sports Bay Area & California|

#diamondbacks #ejection #giants

sports3 months ago•2 min saved

Devers vents after Vitello ramps up pinch-runner call in Giants' 2-1 loss

Rafael Devers expressed visible frustration after Giants manager Tony Vitello replaced him with pinch-runner Jonah Cox in the ninth inning of a 2-1 loss to the Miami Marlins in Miami. Devers, who had drawn a leadoff walk, argued as Cox entered, while Vitello said Devers’ leg issue and Cox’s speed gave SF their best chance to tie the game. Jung Hoo Lee flied out and Willy Adames hit into a game-ending double play, sealing the loss and a sweep. Logan Webb pitched eight solid innings for the Giants, who drop to 31-46 in Vitello’s first season as manager. Devers declined comment after the game, and Vitello emphasized they’re on good terms and talk daily.

via USA Today|

#miami-marlins #pinch-runner #rafael-devers

sports6 months ago•3 min saved

Giants' Vitello gamble hits rocky early stretch

San Francisco's hire of Tony Vitello, a college coach with no pro experience, is facing an early test after three winless games and just one run scored; observers point to unconventional lineup changes and clubhouse dynamics as signs of growing pains, arguing for patience, steadier communication, and time for players to find a rhythm. The outcome could shape MLB's openness to college coaches depending on whether Vitello adapts or becomes a cautionary tale.

via FanSided|

#college-baseball #giants #lineup-changes

sports6 months ago•7 min saved

Vitello's Giants stumble in Netflix-hosted Opening Day blowout

Tony Vitello’s Giants opened the season with a Netflix-hosted opener that ended in a 7-0 loss to the Yankees, as Logan Webb was shelled, the defense misfired, and the offense managed only three hits; the streaming spectacle triggered mixed reactions with some broadcast gaps, and a traditional opener is planned for Friday without Netflix as the roster and bench options are evaluated.

via The San Francisco Standard|

#giants #mlb #netflix

sports6 months ago•3 min saved

Netflix’s MLB debut: ABS call hijacked by manager interview

Netflix’s live MLB broadcast featured the first Automated Ball-Strike (ABS) challenge, but the moment was overshadowed by a Giants manager interview as Yankees shortstop Jose Caballero challenged a pitch that was upheld as a strike; viewers missed the live action, and the broadcast drew criticism for coverage and the new scorebug, though MLB later released a clip clarifying the ABS process.

via New York Post|

#abs #jose-caballero #mlb

sports11 months ago•3 min saved

Giants' Choice: Tony Vitello's Impact and Leadership

The San Francisco Giants introduced Tony Vitello as their new manager, signing him from the University of Tennessee with a three-year, $3.5 million per season contract, plus a playoff-related vesting option for 2029. The move involves significant costs, including buyout and dead money from previous contracts, totaling around $10.5 million in the first year. The Giants considered multiple candidates, including Nick Hundley, Vance Wilson, Kurt Suzuki, and Brandon Hyde, with Vitello now assembling his coaching staff and potentially bringing back former coach Antoan Richardson.

via MLB Trade Rumors|

#coaching-staff #giants #manager-hire

sports11 months ago•2 min saved

Tony Vitello's Transition from Tennessee to the Giants Sparks Reactions

Tennessee baseball coach Tony Vitello is leaving to manage the San Francisco Giants, becoming the first college coach with no MLB experience to make the jump. UT Athletic Director Danny White congratulated Vitello, highlighting his achievements including a national championship and multiple SEC titles, and emphasized ongoing investments in the program. Vitello's departure marks a significant transition for Tennessee baseball after a highly successful eight-year tenure.

via On3|

#college-baseball #mlb-coaching #san-francisco-giants

sports11 months ago•4 min saved

Giants Hire Tennessee's Vitello as Manager, Making MLB History

The San Francisco Giants have hired college baseball coach Tony Vitello as their new manager, marking his first professional baseball role after a successful career at Tennessee, where he led the team to a national title and developed numerous MLB players. The move is part of the Giants' effort to bring new energy and stability to the franchise.

via AP News|

#baseball #giants #mlb-manager

sports11 months ago•3 min saved

San Francisco Giants to Hire Tony Vitello as New Manager

Tony Vitello, the successful college baseball coach from Tennessee, is finalizing a deal to become the San Francisco Giants' manager, marking a rare direct transition from college to Major League Baseball without prior professional coaching experience, with the Giants hoping his energetic approach and recruiting success translate to the majors.

via ESPN|

#coaching #giants #mlb

sports11 months ago•0 min saved

Giants Hire Tennessee's Tony Vitello as First MLB Manager Jump from College Baseball

Buster Posey has made an unprecedented move by hiring Tennessee's Tony Vitello to manage the Giants, signaling a significant change in their management approach.

via The San Francisco Standard|

#baseball #buster-posey #giants

sports11 months ago•4 min saved

Giants Near Hiring Tennessee Coach Tony Vitello as New Manager

The San Francisco Giants are close to hiring Tony Vitello, the successful college baseball coach from Tennessee, as their new manager, marking a bold move given his lack of professional coaching experience. The decision is expected within 24 to 72 hours, and this hire represents a significant shift for the franchise, which has struggled with stability and success in recent years.

via MLB Trade Rumors|

#college-coach #giants #managerial-search

sports2 years ago•2 min saved

Evansville Faces Tennessee in Historic NCAA Super Regional Matchup

Tennessee baseball, the No. 1 national seed, will host Evansville in the super regional at Lindsey Nelson Stadium. Evansville, making its first super regional appearance, advanced by winning the Greenville Regional and the Missouri Valley Conference Tournament. Key players include freshman pitcher Kenton Deverman and experienced hitters like Kip Fougerousse and Mark Shallenberger. Game times and TV schedules are yet to be announced.

via Knoxville News Sentinel|

#college-world-series #evansville #ncaa-tournament

sports2 years ago•3 min saved

Vols Edge Out Mississippi State 6-5 to Reach SEC Semifinals

A heated exchange occurred between Tennessee and Mississippi State during a baseball game, involving coaches and players from both teams. The umpires intervened to prevent further escalation. Tennessee's coach Tony Vitello and players, as well as Mississippi State's coach Chris Lemonis, shared their perspectives on the incident, emphasizing respect among players despite the tension.

via Rocky Top Insider|

#baseball #incident #mississippi-state

sports3 years ago•1 min saved

Tennessee Baseball Players and Signees Shine in 2023 MLB Draft

Tennessee baseball pitcher Chase Dollander was selected as the No. 9 overall pick by the Colorado Rockies in the 2023 MLB Draft, marking the highest-drafted player in the Tony Vitello era. The Vols could potentially have four players picked between rounds 3-10, and the team has had a total of 28 players drafted since Vitello's hiring in 2017. Dollander, who had a successful career with the Vols, was named the SEC pitcher of the year in 2022 and finished with a 3.64 ERA and a 17-6 record.

via Knoxville News Sentinel|

#chase-dollander #colorado-rockies #mlb-draft

sports3 years ago•2 min saved

Tennessee Pitcher Chase Burns Enters NCAA Transfer Portal, Coach Tony Vitello Responds.

Tennessee baseball star Chase Burns plans to enter the transfer portal after two seasons in Knoxville. Tennessee coach Tony Vitello discussed Burns’ departure and said that they have known about it for a while. Burns spent the first season and a half of his collegiate career as a weekend starter before being bumped to the bullpen at the midway point in SEC play. Burns will have suitors across the country, and the question for Tennessee is whether Burns stays in the SEC or departs to a different conference.

via Rocky Top Insider|

#chase-burns #sec #sports