SF Giants planning to hire former manager Bochy in advisory role

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The San Francisco Giants are set to bring back a familiar face in an advisory role as the team begins exploring options for Bruce Bochy, the three-time World Series champion manager who left the organization after the 2019 season.

In a surprising twist, Giants president of baseball operations Buster Posey has hinted that the door was open for Bochy to return in a different capacity. While Posey initially ruled out Bochy as a candidate for the team's managerial position following his departure, the two have since spoken about the possibility of Bochy returning to the franchise.

According to sources, the Giants are considering hiring Bochy in an advisory role, where he would provide guidance and support to new manager Tony Vitello. This move would bring together two of the winningest managers in franchise history, with Bochy and fellow former Giant Dusty Baker serving as special advisors to baseball operations.

Posey has expressed his respect for both Bochy and Baker, praising their positive feedback about the person behind the hire. The Giants are taking a calculated risk by bringing back Bochy, but Posey believes that this move is "probably more than a lot of other places we could've gone."

Bochy's stint with the San Francisco Giants was marked by three World Series championships and 36 postseason wins. He managed the team from 2007 to 2019 and won the 2010, 2012, and 2014 World Series titles with Posey as his catcher. Bochy has since gone on to manage the Texas Rangers, winning a World Series title in 2021.

The move marks a significant return for Bochy, who left the Giants after a disappointing 77-85 season in 2019. Bochy's departure was seen as a result of changes in the front office, with former-president Farhan Zaidi taking over and implementing a more metrics-based approach.
 
🤔 I'm not sure about this move by the Giants... bringing back Bruce Bochy as an advisor is a good idea on paper, but it's gonna be tough to see him in that capacity after being such a big part of their World Series wins. It's like they're trying to recreate the past rather than forging a new path. 🔄 But hey, if anyone can make it work, it's Buster Posey! 🙌 The fact that they're considering bringing back two of the winningest managers in franchise history is actually pretty smart, even if it does feel like they're relying on nostalgia a bit too much. 📈 One thing's for sure: Tony Vitello has big shoes to fill, and Bochy's guidance will be important in helping him navigate the organization. 👍
 
I'm so down for Bruce Bochy coming back to the Giants 🙌! It's like he just stepped down from the manager's role after 2019, I remember how he left kinda abruptly, but this is awesome news. I mean, Dusty Baker as a special advisor too? That's just the icing on the cake 🍰. Buster Posey knows what's up, he's always been cool with Bochy. I'm curious to see how Tony Vitello will do as the new manager, but having Bochy around must give him some solid guidance 💡. It's like déjà vu, those two are a winning combo!
 
I think it's awesome that Buster Posey is giving Bruce Bochy another chance! 🤝 It's like they're making amends or something. I mean, those two have been through so much together – the World Series wins, the championships... it's crazy to think about how far they've come since 2019. Bochy was definitely a big part of this team's success during his time here, and now he gets to help shape the future of the Giants as an advisor 🤓 I'm excited to see what Tony Vitello brings to the table, but it's cool to have someone with Bochy's experience guiding him 👊
 
🤔 I think it's awesome that the Giants are considering bringing back Bochy! He's like a mentor to the team and would be super valuable in an advisory role. It's cool that Posey is open to having him come back, even if he wasn't initially going to be considered for manager. 🙌 Having both Bochy and Dusty Baker around as special advisors is a great idea - they must know what they're doing! 💡
 
🤔 They should bring him back as a full-time guy tho. He won three rings already, what else is he s'posed to do? 🏆 I mean, it's not like they're gonna get another Bruce Bochy or anything... 🙃 Positivity vibes all around when you got legends on your team 🌈
 
I think it's awesome that they're considering bringing back Bruce Bochy! He won so many championships here 🤩. It would be great to have him around again, even if it's just in an advisory role. I'm curious about how Tony Vitello will do as the new manager, but having Bochy's guidance might help a lot. The fact that Buster Posey is open to it shows he still has love for the team and the people who were part of his championship wins ❤️. Maybe this move will bring back some of the magic from the past? 🌟
 
🤔 I think this is a great move for the Giants. It shows they're willing to listen to Bochy's advice and experience, which can be super valuable, especially when it comes to winning championships. 🏆 Having both Bochy and Baker as special advisors will bring some stability and knowledge to the team. Plus, it's awesome that Posey is being open about keeping the door open for Bochy - you never know what could come of this! 🤞 Tony Vitello has got his work cut out for him, but with this kind of guidance, I think they've got a good shot at making some noise in the playoffs. ⚾️
 
OMG, like i cant even believe its happening!!! Bruce Bochy is comin back to SF!!! 🤩 The Giants are literally bringin back one of their all-time greats in an advisory role & it's defo a low-risk high-reward move imo. I mean, 3 World Series championships & 36 postseason wins? That dude knows his stuff! It'll be rad to have him mentor Tony Vitello & give some wisdom to the new team.

I think it's cool that Buster Posey is willin to give Bochy a second chance. He initially ruled out Bochy as manager, but now its lookin like they're willin to work around him in an advisory capacity. Maybe this is a sign of things changin within the org? Who knows?

It'll be super interesting to see how this plays out. Bring back Bochy indeed!
 
I'm totally against this move 🤦‍♂️. I mean, don't get me wrong, Bruce Bochy is an all-time Giant legend and all that, but having him come out of retirement just to give guidance to the new manager? That's like asking a veteran pro to coach their rookie teammate at pee-wee soccer league 😂. It's a waste of his expertise and talent. And what's next, bringing back Barry Bonds as a special advisor? 🙄 The team should be focusing on building a cohesive system, not relying on old timers to prop up a new hire. Tony Vitello can handle it, let him prove himself 💪.
 
.. think about it... Bruce Bochy coming back in an advisory role... it's like life's full circle, you know? We all grow up, we all have our moments of greatness, and then we take a step back, but still get to contribute what we can. It's not about being the face of the franchise anymore, but about sharing wisdom and experience with the next gen. And it's cool that Buster Posey is giving Bochy a second chance... I guess you could say it's like he's proving himself all over again 😊. The question is, how much weight will his past wins and losses carry? Will it define him in this new role or be just another chapter of his journey? 🤔
 
idk why they need to bring back bochy tho 🤔... i mean, he left for a reason right? 2019 season was rough and he just kinda took off after that. but at the same time, it's gotta be nice to have him around as an advisor or whatever. posey seems pretty cool about it tho... probably trying to bring some stability back to the team 🙏
 
I remember when Bruce Bochy left the Giants like it was yesterday 🤯. He made some big decisions that didn't pan out for him, but I still got love for the guy. I think bringing him back in an advisory role is a great idea, especially since he's won so many championships and has all that experience. It's like having two old heads on the same team - Tony Vitello could learn a thing or two from Bochy. And Buster Posey knows his stuff, too, so it's not like they're just filling some gap...
 
OMG u guys!! 🤩 I'm literally over the moon when i heard about Bruce Bochy coming back to the Giants!!! 🌟 I know he left after that one bad season in 2019 but like, come on who can forget all those amazing WS titles he won with Posey?? 😍 It's gonna be so cool to see him and Dusty Baker giving guidance to Tony Vitello! 🔥 I think it's a great idea to bring back Bochy in an advisory role, it'll be like having a piece of history on the team! 🙌
 
I don’t usually comment but... it's kinda cool that they're bringing back Bruce Bochy. I mean, he's got 3 World Series rings for a reason 🏆. It's awesome that Buster Posey is open to having him come back in an advisory role, it'll be like having two of the best managers in Giants history on board 🤝. I'm curious to see how Tony Vitello will do as the new manager though, hope he can live up to the hype 🔥. I don't know about the move being a "calculated risk" but if Bochy's input helps the team improve, then it's worth it 📈. Bring back the winning ways, Giants! ⚾️
 
🤔 I'm so down for Bruce Bochy coming back to the Giants in an advisory role! It's like he never left 🙌 He was such a huge part of the team's success during his time, especially those World Series wins with Posey behind the plate 👊 Plus, having both him and Dusty Baker on board is gonna be awesome - they could give some great insight to Tony Vitello 📈 I mean, 36 postseason wins for Bochy is crazy impressive 💥 And let's be real, it's about time we see some old-school baseball vibes back in the dugout 😎
 
🤔 u know whats weird about this move? its gonna bring back bochy but only in an advisory role lol what does that even mean for the team?? is it like he just gonna show up at spring training and give his 2 cents or something 😒

anyway i guess its a good thing theyre considering it tho, since Bochy and posey have such a great relationship. idk man...i still dont think this move is a good idea 🤷‍♂️ its gonna create so much drama and tension in the clubhouse if bochy starts giving orders like hes still the boss 🚫

and what about vitello tho? isnt he already got his job??? does posey really need to go out of his way to bring back bochy now?? 🤦‍♂️ i dont get it
 
aww man i feel u 🤕 that change in leadership can be super tough on teams & players... it's great to see Buster Posey being all supportive & open-minded about Bochy coming back though 🙏, like they're not letting past stuff hold them back 💪. and bringing in Dusty Baker as a special advisor? mind. blown 🤯. i think it shows that the Giants are still all about winning & having a positive vibe 👍. Bochy's return could be exactly what they need to get back on track 🔄, and I'm rooting for them 💕.
 
🤔 I'm loving this move by Buster Posey! It's awesome that he's given Bruce Bochy another chance to be part of the Giants' family 🙌. Considering Bochy's incredible record with three World Series championships, it's clear that his experience and guidance would be super valuable for Tony Vitello and the team 🤝. Plus, having two winningest managers as special advisors is a genius idea 💡! It shows that Posey trusts his instincts and wants to create a positive feedback loop within the organization 👍. And let's be real, who wouldn't want Bochy back in the mix? 😊 The risk is calculated, but I think it'll pay off big time for the Giants 🏆👊
 
man, think about it like this... you can never go back to how things were, but that doesn't mean you can't bring some of that old magic back into your life 🤔. Buster Posey is giving Bruce Bochy another chance, not as the manager, but in an advisory role. It's like he's saying, "Hey, I respect what we accomplished together, and I think you still have a lot to offer." it's all about perspective, right? instead of focusing on what's been lost, they're looking at what can be gained by bringing Bochy back in some capacity 💡.
 
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