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Ex-Giants Catcher Floated As Potential Replacement For Bob Melvin

Ex-Giants Catcher Floated As Potential Replacement For Bob Melvin

Summary

The San Francisco Giants have fired manager Bob Melvin, and they are considering former catcher Nick Hundley as a possible replacement. Hundley, currently a special assistant with the Texas Rangers, has ties to the Giants' leadership and may be a strong candidate due to his experience and relationships within the organization.

Key Facts

  • The San Francisco Giants have fired their manager, Bob Melvin.
  • The Giants have not made the playoffs for the past four years.
  • They are looking for their third manager since Bruce Bochy retired in 2019.
  • Nick Hundley, a former Giants catcher, is being considered for the manager role.
  • Hundley works as a special assistant to the general manager with the Texas Rangers.
  • Hundley has a connection with Buster Posey, the Giants' president of baseball operations.
  • There is also talk of possibly bringing Bruce Bochy back if he wants to manage again.
  • Hundley has both on-field experience and front office experience.

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