The TK Show: A Show about sports in the Bay Area [TK Show] Dave Flemming on the Giants' Hiring of Tony Vitello
Oct 22, 2025
Dave Flemming, a longtime Giants broadcaster, discusses the team's exciting hire of Tony Vitello as new manager. They explore why this bold move signals a shift in strategy under Buster Posey, emphasizing a fiery team identity. The enthusiastic response from fans and players highlights Vitello's communication skills and potential impact on performance. They also touch on the importance of starting pitching, upcoming offseason moves, and Posey's confident, entertainment-driven approach. Listeners can expect an intriguing new era for the Giants!
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A Bold, Conversation‑Starting Hire
- The Tony Vitello hire is an unusually bold, conversation-starting move across baseball.
- Dave Flemming says doing something different can be positive despite the risk for such an important job.
Posey Prioritizes Identity Over Pleasing Rivals
- Buster Posey values a clear organizational identity and doing things their way over being friends with rivals.
- Flemming says Posey wants a committed, all-in mentality even if expression differs among players.
Parents' Praise For Vitello's Player Skills
- Flemming relayed texts from parents and staff praising Vitello as a spectacular communicator and players' leader.
- They described him as passionate, fiery, a players' coach who treats everyone like a recruit.
