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.