SAN FRANCISCO — The first vote of confidence came on Dec. 10.

As an organization, the Giants do not believe in rebuilding. But Buster Posey, a franchise legend who was hired to lead baseball operations after three consecutive disappointing years, could have talked ownership into a change of course if he felt it was right. Instead, Posey made an early strike in his first offseason, signing Willy Adames to the largest contract in franchise history.

The second vote of confidence came on June 15. Posey stunned the baseball world by trading for Rafael Devers, an all-in move for a team that was 11 games over .500 at the time.

The third came on July 1 when the Giants, losers of six of seven, picked up the 2026 option on manager Bob Melvin . It was a very clear signal to an embattled coac

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