San Francisco Giants overhaul baserunning after continued losses

The San Francisco Giants have struggled this season, posting a 22‑34 record and sitting 15 games out of first place in the NL West. The team ranks last in MLB in stolen‑base attempts (20) with a 70 % success rate and is tied for fifth‑most baserunning outs (18), underscoring offensive difficulties.

Manager Tony Vitello announced a change in approach, ending the “green‑light” policy that let players decide on base‑running plays. He said the coaching staff will now issue explicit signals, taking responsibility for decisions that previously led to costly outs, such as the recent double‑play that halted a potential rally. The shift aims to reduce split‑second mistakes and improve scoring opportunities for the struggling Giants.