San Francisco Giants extend Bob Melvin's link through the 2026 season

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SAN FRANCISCO — The San Francisco Giants confirmed this Tuesday that they have exercised the contractual option of manager Bob Melvin for the 2026 season, thus ensuring the continuity of the experienced strategist for at least one more year.

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Melvin, 63 years old, is currently in his second stint at the helm of the club and has already spent 22 seasons as a manager in Major League Baseball, a career that positions him as one of the most respected managers in baseball.

Bob Melvin's MLB Career

CategoríaDato
Temporadas como mánager (hasta 2025)22
Total de victorias1,642
Total de derrotas1,547
Porcentaje de victorias.515
Participaciones en postemporada8
Títulos de división4
Series de Campeonato dirigidas2 (2007 con Arizona, 2022 con San Diego)
Premios al Mánager del Año3 (2007 - ARI, 2012 y 2018 - OAK)
Ranking histórico de victorias21.º en la historia, 3.º entre activos

A Legacy Built with Consistency

In addition to his successes as a manager, Melvin was the Diamondbacks' bench coach in 2001, the team that was crowned World Series champion. His experience and leadership have been key in every team he has been with, and with the Giants, his goal is clear: to bring San Francisco back to the forefront of baseball.

“Bob brings a unique combination of experience, leadership, and stability. We firmly believe in his vision for this team and are excited to have him with us at least until 2026,” said a Giants management spokesperson.


Current Context of the Giants

Under Melvin's direction, the Giants continue in a process of competitive renewal, mixing veterans and young talents. His experience has been vital in the integration of new players and in the search for the team's identity in the always demanding National League West Division.

📌 Fun Fact

Melvin's 1,642 victories place him only behind Bruce Bochy (2,212) and Terry Francona (1,994) among active managers. If he remains in the position until 2026, he could approach the 2,000-win club.

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