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Giants Commit to Bob Melvin With 2026 Contract Option

Under new president Buster Posey, the organization is signaling faith in Melvin’s leadership despite a recent slump.

San Francisco Giants manager Bob Melvin before a baseball game against the Washington Nationals, Friday, May 23, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)
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Overview

  • The Giants officially picked up Melvin’s contractual option for the 2026 season, ensuring his return as manager in San Francisco.
  • President of Baseball Operations Buster Posey praised Melvin’s leadership, preparation and rapport with players as key factors in the extension.
  • The decision comes with the Giants having lost six of their last seven games and holding a 45–40 record, 1½ games behind the third National League wild card.
  • Melvin, 63, is in his 22nd season as an MLB manager with a .515 career winning percentage, 1,642 regular-season victories and three Manager of the Year awards.
  • The move underscores Posey’s commitment to organizational stability following Farhan Zaidi’s departure and reflects a priority on sustained leadership over short-term results.