Gary Pettis Returns to Giants

Gary Pettis, Oakland’s own and lifelong Giants fan who once wore Willie Mays’ number, is making a triumphant return to the Bay Area as the Giants’ new third base coach — a role that feels like destiny after a 27-year coaching career shaped by aggressive baserunning philosophy and deep ties to the game. His debut comes Friday at Wrigley Field, just as the Giants seek to fix their struggling baserunning. Pettis’ journey includes legendary encounters with Mays, a swift hiring after a phone call from Buster Posey, and a family legacy of sports greatness — from NFL-playing son to Raiderette wife to Cardinals-scouting brother. This isn’t just a job — it’s a homecoming. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/c3988df602954771