## Giants Make Big Switch at Third Base: What It Means for Marin Fans
This season’s been rough for San Francisco baseball/”>Giants fans, especially here in Marin County where every pitch feels personal. The recent shake-up in the coaching staff—specifically moving third-base coach Hector Borg to a new role—has thrown a fresh twist into the mix.
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The Giants made this move on May 29, 2026. They’re struggling through a frustrating start, and folks are wondering how this will play out for the team and local baseball buzz.
A Season of Struggle on the Diamond
The Giants have been fighting an uphill battle through the first third of the 2026 season. With a 22-34 record, they’re sitting near the bottom of the National League West.
They can put the ball in play—469 hits puts them sixth in MLB—but there’s a problem converting those hits into runs. Marin fans, from Sausalito to Novato, have been hoping for more fireworks at the plate.
They’re dead last in the league for runs, sitting at just 204. That lack of production has been a big part of the struggle, and honestly, it’s all anyone seems to talk about at Larkspur sports bars or over coffee in Mill Valley.
Communication Breakdowns Haunt the Base Paths
One big reason for the offensive woes, and probably why Borg got reassigned, comes down to communication breakdowns between the third-base coach and the baserunners. Missed signals have cost the Giants some real chances, which is maddening whether you’re in Tiburon or Fairfax.
Apparently, in late April and early May, there were some odd calls from the third-base box. Runners either got held up when they could’ve gone or sent when it might’ve been smarter to stay. These little moments can totally shift the momentum in a game—anyone who’s watched has felt that tension.
Specific Instances Sparking Concern
Two games in particular really highlight the issues:
- April 30th vs. the Phillies: Late in the game, outfielder Drew Gilbert got waved back at third after a Heliot Ramos hit. The Giants didn’t score in extra innings and lost. Fans in San Rafael probably still feel the sting from that one.
- May 1st vs. the Tampa Bay Rays: The next day, Luis Arraez was sent toward third on a hit past first. He got tagged out, and the rally fizzled. Moments like that can just deflate everyone—doesn’t matter if you’re on the coast or inland.
A Shift in Focus: Player Development and Ron Wotus
The organization calls this reassignment a strategic adjustment to the coaching staff. They’re emphasizing Borg’s move into a player development role, not a dismissal.
It sounds like they want to tap into his experience in a new way, maybe zeroing in on younger talent. After all, the future of the Giants is something plenty of families in Marin are eager to watch play out.
Now, stepping into the interim third base coach spot is Ron Wotus. Wotus is a familiar and respected figure in the Giants organization.
He’ll handle the team’s baserunning decisions while the front office looks for a permanent third-base coach. This transition shows the front office wants to address situational execution and, hopefully, boost run production for the rest of the season.
Will this change bring the spark the team needs? Giants fans across Marin County are definitely hoping for some much-needed wins this summer.
Here is the source article for this story: SF Giants make coaching change after slow start to 2026 season
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