# GIANTS FRUSTRATION: Vitello's Muted Ejection & Deadline Questions

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Podcast: [Locked On Giants – Daily Podcast On The San Francisco Giants](https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-giants-daily-podcast-on-the-san-francisco-giants-705981)
Published: 2026-07-23T18:45:00+00:00
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## Resource

The San Francisco Giants lost again, but one moment stood out more than anything else. After Willy Adames was ejected on a controversial strike-three call, manager Tony Vitello barely reacted, raising an interesting question: is the fire that defined this team earlier in the season starting to fade? We break down the missed call, Vitello's response, and whether frustration, fatigue, or simply the reality of the standings is changing the tone around the Giants' clubhouse. Plus, with the trade deadline rapidly approaching, new reports suggest this year's market may be quieter than expected. We discuss what that means for Buster Posey, whether the Giants should adjust their approach, and which names continue to surface as trade targets around baseball.

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