Giants Belatedly Name Tony Vitello's Full Coaching Staff

New manager's assignments announced just days before spring training begins

Published on Feb. 6, 2026

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The San Francisco Giants waited until the Friday before pitchers and catchers report to name the assignments for new manager Tony Vitello's coaching staff, a much-anticipated event that is usually announced in November or December. The announcement included several promotions from the Giants' minor-league system as well as the clarification of job titles for veteran coaches Ron Washington and Frank Anderson.

Why it matters

The Giants' delayed announcement of Vitello's full coaching staff raised eyebrows, as teams typically finalize these assignments well before the start of spring training. The composition of the coaching staff is crucial for supporting a new manager and setting the tone for the upcoming season.

The details

The Giants' announcement on Friday included no major surprises, as all the names had been previously reported. The key additions are Shane Robinson as first-base coach and Hector Borg as third-base coach, both promoted from the minors. Former Rangers and Angels manager Ron Washington was named major league infield coach, while Frank Anderson, Vitello's former pitching coach at Tennessee, will be the director of major league pitching. Jayce Tingler was officially named bench coach, as expected.

  • The Giants waited until February 6, 2026, just four days before spring training, to announce Vitello's full coaching staff.
  • Vitello suggested in a media session in January that the Giants might add one more coach, but that did not happen.

The players

Tony Vitello

The new manager of the San Francisco Giants, hired in the offseason to replace Gabe Kapler.

Shane Robinson

Promoted from the Giants' minor-league system to be the first-base coach.

Hector Borg

Promoted from the Giants' minor-league system to be the third-base coach.

Ron Washington

Former manager of the Texas Rangers and Los Angeles Angels, now the Giants' major league infield coach.

Frank Anderson

Vitello's former pitching coach at the University of Tennessee, now the Giants' director of major league pitching.

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What they’re saying

“Somehow, the San Francisco Giants' coaching-staff announcement turned into a much-awaited event. Usually, even with an offseason change in manager, teams announce their coaches in November or December. Waiting until four days before spring training starts? It's unheard of.”

— Susan Slusser, Author (sfchronicle.com)

What’s next

The Giants' coaching staff will be put to the test as they support new manager Tony Vitello and prepare the team for the upcoming season.

The takeaway

The Giants' delayed announcement of Vitello's full coaching staff highlights the importance of clear communication and timely decision-making in professional sports, as teams work to build a cohesive and effective support system for their new leadership.