San Francisco Giants Fire Veteran Manager Bob Melvin

SAN FRANCISCO, CA — San Francisco Giants officials say they've parted ways with veteran manager and Bay Area native Bob Melvin.

The announcement came on Monday, a day after the Giants' 4-0 win over the Colorado Rockies in what was the team's final game of the season.

"After careful evaluation, we determined that making a change in leadership was in the best interest of the team," Buster Posey, the Giants' President of Baseball Operations, said in a statement Monday.

Posey said the last couple of months were "disappointing and frustrating" after the team failed to play up to its standards.

The Giants had a positive record halfway through the season, and their offense had been picking up after acquiring third baseman Rafael Devers from the Red Sox. But they ended the season with an 81-81 record, missing out on a wildcard playoff spot by just a few games.

Melvin was hired to lead the Giants' clubhouse in 2023, replacing Gabe Kepler. He still had a year remaining on his contract when he was let go on Monday.

"After meeting with ownership, I met with Bob today to inform him of my decision," Posey said. On behalf of the organization, I want to express my appreciation to Bob for his dedication, professionalism, and class. I wish him all the best."

Melvin has been managing in the MLB since the early 2000s. He's managed several teams, including the Seattle Mariners, the Arizona Diamondbacks and the San Diego Padres. He had his longest tenure with the Oakland Athletics, which he managed for 10 seasons.

He finishes with a 161-163 record in his two years as the Giants' manager.