Giants Earn First Win of Season Under New Manager Vitello

Tony Vitello celebrates his first career win as Giants manager after team's offensive and pitching breakthroughs.

Apr. 10, 2026 at 2:12am

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting a baseball game in progress, with the players' movements and actions broken down into sharp, overlapping shapes and planes in vibrant colors.The Giants' first win of the season showcases the team's resilience and determination under new manager Tony Vitello.San Diego Today

The San Francisco Giants earned their first win of the 2026 MLB season on Monday night, defeating the San Diego Padres. The victory marked several milestones for the team, including their first home run of the year and a quality start from pitcher Landen Roupp. However, the real star of the game was new Giants manager Tony Vitello, who celebrated his first career win in the big leagues as the players doused him with a beer shower.

Why it matters

The Giants had been struggling to start the season, entering Monday's game as the only team in Major League Baseball without a home run. This win provides a much-needed boost of momentum and confidence for the team as they look to turn things around under Vitello's leadership.

The details

Giants center fielder Bader hit a 408-foot home run to give the team an early lead, setting the tone for the rest of the game. Pitcher Landen Roupp, who had suffered a season-ending knee injury at the same venue the previous year, delivered a stellar six-inning, seven-strikeout performance to earn the win. The Giants were able to turn a three-run lead over to closer Ryan Walker, who secured the victory.

  • The Giants earned their first win of the 2026 MLB season on Monday, April 10.
  • Bader's home run, a Statcast-projected 408-foot shot, gave the Giants their first lead of the game.

The players

Tony Vitello

The new manager of the San Francisco Giants, earning his first career win in the big leagues.

Landen Roupp

The Giants' starting pitcher, who delivered a quality start with seven strikeouts over six scoreless innings, bouncing back from a season-ending knee injury the previous year.

Ryan Walker

The Giants' closer, who secured the win by protecting a three-run lead in the ninth inning.

Bader

The Giants' center fielder, who hit a 408-foot home run to give the team an early lead.

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What they’re saying

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee

What’s next

The Giants will look to build on this momentum as they head to San Diego for a potential series win against the Padres.

The takeaway

This win is a significant turning point for the Giants, marking a shift from their early-season struggles. It sets the stage for the team to potentially build momentum and confidence under Vitello's leadership, as they aim to become a force to be reckoned with in the MLB.