Posey takes over for Farhan Zaidi, who led the Giants to a sub-.500 record in five of the six seasons while he was at the helm. Posey was the face of the Giants franchise for years after he was drafted 5th overall in 2008. He was the 2012 NL MVP and a seven-time All-Star catcher, helped usher in the most successful era in Giants history He retired following the Giants’ remarkable 2021 season and joined the Giants’ ownership group in September 2022. “We are looking for someone who can define, direct and lead this franchise’s baseball philosophy and we feel that Buster is the perfect fit,” said Giants chairman Greg Johnson. “Buster has the demeanor, intelligence, and drive to do this job, and we are confident that he and Bob Melvin will work together to bring back winning baseball to San Francisco.”

Posey had just a .688 OPS in 2019 and opted out of the truncated 2020 season before posting a .889 OPS with 18 home runs for the National League West-winning Giants in 2021. It turned out to be his final season, as the 34-year-old announced his retirement earlier this month.

Posey made the decision at a press conference on Thursday. The 34-year-old will go down as one of the best to wear a Giants' uniform; helping the franchise win three titles, slashing .302/.372/.460 while playing outstanding defense behind the plate and winning an MVP in 2012. He'll be eligible for Hall of Fame voting in five years, and the only question will be how high his voting percentage will be. With Posey now retired, the Giants likely turn to top prospect Joey Bart behind the plate. 

A legendary backstop, who possessed elite offensive and defensive abilities, Posey served as the centerpiece of three World Series championship squads with the Giants. He's elected to step away from the game at just 34-years-old. The seven-time All-Star selection and 2012 National League MVP closes out an illustrious career with a remarkable .302/.372/.460 triple-slash line across 12 seasons. He's certainly destined for the Hall of Fame.