SF Giants 2026 spring training preview: Vitello slated for first Cactus League experience

SCOTTSDALE — As the final seconds of Super Bowl 60 faded away, thousands upon thousands across the country had some version of the same thought:

It’s baseball season. 

The Giants begin spring training this week when pitchers and catchers report on Wednesday, and while every spring has its own storylines, this one is especially oozing with intrigue.

For rookie manager Tony Vitello, the next 40-or-so days in the desert will be his last opportunity to prepare to make the jump...