As the San Francisco Giants showed last winter, fans can't get too emotional about the lack of moves they make early on. Sure, if things go as planned, the Gian

Posey didn't initially consider Minasian when he compiled a list of candidates. On Friday, Posey introduced him as the Giants' next GM.

The San Francisco Giants on Friday named Zack Minasian as the team's new general manager, a 41-year-old Texas native who comes from a long line of baseball professionals, including his godfather, Hall of Fame manager Tommy Lasorda.

The San Francisco Giants are desperate for an injection of excitement into the fanbase after missing the playoffs in seven of the last eight seasons and seemingly missing out on superstars year after year in free agency.