SF Giants' New Manager Vitello Begins First MLB Spring Training

Former college coach takes over as Giants' skipper ahead of 2026 season

Feb. 10, 2026 at 7:23pm

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Tony Vitello, the San Francisco Giants' new manager, addressed the team's pitchers and catchers on the first day of spring training on Tuesday. This marks Vitello's first MLB spring training as a manager after a successful stint coaching at the college level.

Why it matters

Vitello's hiring represents a shift for the Giants, who are looking to rebuild and return to contention after a few down seasons. His experience developing talent at the college level could help bring a fresh perspective to the major league club.

The details

Vitello, who was previously the head coach at the University of Tennessee, took over as Giants manager in the offseason after the team parted ways with their previous skipper. In his first address to the team, Vitello described it as "something of a ramble" as he got acquainted with his new players.

  • The Giants' pitchers and catchers reported for spring training on Tuesday, February 10, 2026.

The players

Tony Vitello

The new manager of the San Francisco Giants, hired in the offseason after a successful stint as the head coach at the University of Tennessee.

Buster Posey

A veteran Giants player who was present for Vitello's first address to the team.

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What they’re saying

“I enjoyed listening to him talk”

— Buster Posey

What’s next

Vitello and the Giants will continue spring training over the next several weeks before the start of the 2026 MLB regular season.

The takeaway

Vitello's hiring represents a new direction for the Giants as they look to rebuild and return to contention, with his college coaching experience potentially bringing a fresh perspective to the major league club.