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Giants manager Tony Vitello makes debut at last in jump from college ranks to big leagues
- On Wednesday, 47-year-old Tony Vitello made his managerial debut for the San Francisco Giants, transitioning directly from coaching the University of Tennessee to lead the franchise.
- President of Baseball Operations Buster Posey and general manager Zack Minasian selected Vitello despite his lack of Major League Baseball experience, prioritizing his culture-building reputation and talent-spotting ability.
- Vitello signed a three-year contract worth $3.5 million annually after spending eight years leading the Tennessee Volunteers, during which he coached current Giants pitcher Blade Tidwell.
- Preparing for his season opener at Oracle Park, Vitello acknowledged the learning "won't stop anytime soon" as he adjusts to professional rules and expectations.
- The Giants aim to end a four-year playoff absence, with Vitello's debut against the New York Yankees on Wednesday signaling the franchise's commitment to a new era.
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Giants manager Tony Vitello makes debut at last in jump from college ranks to big leagues
Even on the morning of the season opener, new San Francisco Giants manager Tony Vitello had some last-minute reviewing to do of the MLB rule book.
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