Tony Vitello’s Dad Explains What May Have Driven Son to Take Giants Job

With Tony Vitello headed to the San Francisco Giants, his father, Greg, had some insights into why he’s taking the job.
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Tony Vitello praises Josh Elander as former assistant takes the reins at Tennessee

The Tennessee baseball team has entered a new era after the whirlwind departure of head coach Tony Vitello and the promotion of Josh Elander to lead the program. The San Francisco Giants manager spoke glowingly about his former colleague following his official introduction.

Tony Vitello discusses timeline, reasons for leaving Tennessee for Giants: ‘It was selfish’

Vitello spoke with local media in Knoxville, Tenn. about his decision to leave the Volunteers for the major leagues.

Tony Vitello leaving Tennessee to manage San Francisco Giants

After eight seasons as Tennessee’s head coach, Vitello is set to become the manager of Major League Baseball’s San Francisco Giants, marking an unprecedented move in baseball history. The 47-year-old Vitello has become the first college coach to immediately become a manager without any prior professional experience.

Giants name Tennessee's Tony Vitello as manager in MLB first

Tennessee coach Tony Vitello has been named the new manager of the San Francisco Giants, the team announced Wednesday.
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