San Francisco Giants confirm Tony Vitello will return as manager in 2027

San Francisco Giants President of Baseball Operations Buster Posey has confirmed that manager Tony Vitello will return for the 2027 season. This decision comes despite the team's struggling performance, with a 56-81 record that marks one of the franchise's worst seasons in recent years.

Posey defended Vitello, stating that he has observed significant player improvements and that the team's internal progress justifies retaining the current leadership. Posey noted that conversations with Vitello have been future-oriented and that the manager has expressed a desire to improve the organization. Vitello currently has two years remaining on his initial three-year contract.

In related roster news, the Giants announced several moves ahead of their series against the Pittsburgh Pirates. Catcher Zach Morgan and left-handed pitcher Cesar Perdomo have been recalled from Triple-A Sacramento, while right-handed pitcher Adrian Houser has been transferred to the 60-day injured list.