Giants' Webb tosses two perfect innings in Cactus League debut

Pitcher gears up for World Baseball Classic with strong outing against Angels

Feb. 24, 2026 at 11:21pm

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Giants pitcher Logan Webb made quick work of the Los Angeles Angels in his first appearance of Cactus League play, pitching two perfect innings with four strikeouts as he prepares for the World Baseball Classic. Webb is in line to pitch Team USA's first game of pool play against Brazil in the tournament.

Why it matters

Webb's strong outing in his Cactus League debut is an encouraging sign as he gets ready to represent Team USA in the World Baseball Classic. The Giants are counting on Webb to be a key part of their rotation this season, and his performance will be crucial as the team aims to return to the playoffs.

The details

Webb said he was happy to get his first spring training start out of the way, noting that he has struggled in the past with his first outing. He faced a tough challenge in Mike Trout, but was able to get through two perfect innings with four strikeouts. Giants manager Tony Vitello said Webb will have one more start for San Francisco before joining Team USA for the World Baseball Classic.

  • Webb is in line to pitch against Brazil at Daikin Park in Houston to begin pool play during the World Baseball Classic.

The players

Logan Webb

A two-time All-Star pitcher for the San Francisco Giants who is preparing to represent Team USA in the World Baseball Classic.

Tony Vitello

The manager of the San Francisco Giants.

Mark DeRosa

The manager of Team USA for the World Baseball Classic.

Tarrik Skubal

A two-time AL Cy Young Award winner who will only make one start for Team USA before returning to the Detroit Tigers.

Landen Roupp

A right-handed pitcher for the San Francisco Giants who is competing for a spot in the team's rotation.

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What they’re saying

“I've struggled in the past with the first one, so I'm happy I could get it out of the way. I think an easy way to get it out of the way is having to face Mike Trout second in your second at-bat of spring training. But, it's a good challenge.”

— Logan Webb

“I'm not in his shoes. I got three years left on my contract. He doesn't. He's got one year, and then he's a free agent. So, I get the thought of it. That's a question for him. I don't really have any thoughts on it. … Him and his team and his agents came up with this plan. It's his life, his career. He can do what he wants.”

— Logan Webb

“I really enjoy watching him compete. He's kind of cut from the same cloth that I am.”

— Logan Webb

“I always tell him my changeup is going to be better than his one day. He's got a really good changeup, so that's kind of what I'm striving for. I think I got him on the velo today.”

— Landen Roupp

What’s next

Webb will have one more start for the Giants before joining Team USA for the World Baseball Classic. If he sticks with his normal routine, his second start would be on Sunday against the San Diego Padres at Scottsdale Stadium.

The takeaway

Webb's strong Cactus League debut is an encouraging sign as he prepares to represent Team USA in the World Baseball Classic. The Giants are counting on him to be a key part of their rotation this season, and his performance in the tournament will be crucial as the team aims to return to the playoffs.