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Giants 4-Time All-Star Leaving San Francisco After Bob Melvin Fired: Report

Giants 4-Time All-Star Leaving San Francisco After Bob Melvin Fired: Report

Summary

The San Francisco Giants did not make the playoffs and finished with a balanced 81-81 record. As a result, they fired their manager, Bob Melvin, and former Giants All-Star and third base coach Matt Williams will also be leaving the team.

Key Facts

  • The Giants finished their season with an 81-81 record, missing the playoffs.
  • The team announced the firing of manager Bob Melvin after evaluating their performance.
  • Giants president Buster Posey stated that the team did not meet its standards.
  • Matt Williams, a former Giants All-Star and third base coach, is also leaving.
  • Williams played for the Giants for 10 years and was a four-time All-Star.
  • Williams has had a varied coaching career, including managing in the MLB and internationally.

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