The San Francisco Giants have decided to part ways with Farhan Zaidi, the team’s president of baseball operations, after six underwhelming seasons. In his place, franchise legend and part-owner Buster Posey has been named the club’s new president of baseball operations. Bob Melvin is also expected to stay on as manager.
The decision to let go of Zaidi was announced by Giants chairman Greg Johnson, who expressed appreciation for Zaidi’s commitment and passion during his time with the organization. However, Johnson stated that the results did not meet expectations and a change in leadership was necessary.
A press conference is scheduled for Tuesday at Oracle Park where Johnson, Posey, and Melvin will discuss the new direction of the team.
This move comes after a significant leadership change last year when manager Gabe Kapler was dismissed following a September collapse in 2023.
The Giants had high expectations this season after bringing in Bob Melvin as their new skipper and making several big free agent signings. However, injuries and inconsistent performances hindered their success.
Despite some successful acquisitions like Matt Chapman, many free agents failed to live up to expectations. Zaidi’s analytical approach also drew criticism from fans who wanted more lineup continuity.
While there have been promising prospects in recent years, others have not developed as expected. The Giants’ farm system currently ranks 23rd overall according to MLB Pipeline.
Buster Posey, a former NL MVP and seven-time All-Star catcher for the Giants, will now take on a greater role as the new President of Baseball Operations. The team hopes that Posey can lead them back to winning baseball alongside Bob Melvin.The San Francisco Giants have made a significant change in their leadership, parting ways with president of baseball operations Farhan Zaidi after six seasons. Buster Posey, a franchise legend and part-owner, has been named the new president of baseball operations, while Bob Melvin is expected to remain as manager.
Zaidi’s dismissal comes after the Giants fell short of the playoffs for the third consecutive year. The team finished fourth in the National League West with an 80-82 record in 2024. During Zaidi’s tenure from 2019 to 2024, the Giants had only one winning season and one playoff appearance.
In a statement, Giants chairman Greg Johnson expressed appreciation for Zaidi’s commitment to the organization but stated that a change was necessary due to unsatisfactory results. Johnson believes that new leadership is needed to elevate the team and consistently contend for championships.
The Giants will hold a press conference on Tuesday at Oracle Park where Johnson, Posey, and Melvin are expected to discuss the team’s new direction.
This move follows last year’s dismissal of manager Gabe Kapler after a September collapse. The Giants had high expectations this season after bringing in Bob Melvin as manager and making significant investments in free agents. However, these moves did not result in postseason success.
Despite some successful acquisitions like Matt Chapman, who earned a contract extension after leading the team with 27 homers and a high bWAR (baseball-reference wins above replacement) value in his first year with San Francisco, there was still a lack of star power on Zaidi’s rosters.
Zaidi was known for finding value on the margins but struggled to secure marquee free agents. His analytical approach also drew criticism from fans who desired more lineup continuity.
While some homegrown players have shown promise, others have not developed as expected. it is clear that changes were needed within the organization to improve performance and compete at higher levels consistently.First baseman Bryce Eldridge, the Giants’ top prospect, has made a name for himself by reaching Triple-A Sacramento in his first full professional season. However, despite Eldridge’s success, the San Francisco Giants’ farm system is currently ranked 23rd overall in MLB Pipeline’s latest rankings.
Buster Posey, a former NL MVP and seven-time All-Star catcher, played a crucial role in the Giants’ most successful era after being drafted with the fifth overall pick in 2008. Following an impressive 2021 season, Posey retired and joined the Giants’ ownership group in September 2022. Now, at 37 years old, Posey is set to transition from being the face of the franchise to becoming a key figure in the front office.
In an announcement made by Giants CEO Larry Johnson, it was revealed that Posey will take on a greater role as the new President of Baseball Operations. The team believes that Posey possesses all the necessary qualities to define and lead their baseball philosophy. They have confidence that he and Bob Melvin will work together to bring back winning baseball to San Francisco.
The Giants are hopeful that with Eldridge’s rising star potential and Posey’s leadership off the field, they can revitalize their farm system and return to their winning ways.
