Bruce Bochy is back where the rings were won. The San Francisco Giants announced Monday that the 70-year-old Hall of Fame-bound skipper has rejoined the organization as a special advisor to baseball operations. He’ll work closely with the president of baseball operations, Buster Posey, as the franchise charts its next chapter under new manager Tony Vitello.
The club’s move was made official in a team release, and Bochy will advise on both baseball and business matters, according to Reuters. Posey called Bochy’s experience “unmatched,” a perspective the Giants believe can help accelerate their climb back into contention.
What Bochy Brings
From 2007 to 2019, Bochy helmed the Giants through one of the franchise’s golden eras, capturing World Series titles in 2010, 2012, and 2014 and cementing his reputation for October savvy. As the San Francisco Chronicle notes, he’s also among the all-time leaders in managerial wins, credentials that carry weight as the front office reshapes itself.
How He'll Work With Vitello And Posey
Last month, the Giants went off the beaten path and hired Tennessee’s Tony Vitello to lead the big-league club, per Reuters. Posey had already made clear Bochy wouldn’t be a candidate for the job but said “the door is always open” for him in another capacity, according to MLB.com. Now, Bochy’s voice becomes a ready-made sounding board as Vitello transitions from college champion to major league skipper.
From Texas To The Bay
Bochy returns to San Francisco after a mutual parting with the Texas Rangers following an 81-81 season, an exit reported by outlets including KSL. Texas has already moved on, hiring Skip Schumaker to a four-year deal, according to ESPN, effectively shutting the door on any immediate managerial reunion in Arlington.
What's Next
How often Bochy will be in San Francisco remains to be seen; reports indicate the advisory role could involve a blend of in-person and remote work. Sports Illustrated notes he joins a brain trust that’s been adding veteran voices, including Dusty Baker, who recently signed on as a special advisor, according to MLB.com.
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