Giants Celebrate Crawford’s Career in Emotional Ceremony

The San Francisco Giants held an emotional pregame ceremony at Oracle Park to honor Brandon Crawford, their all-time leader in games played at shortstop, for his 13-season career and contributions to two World Series titles. Crawford, a Bay Area native and lifelong Giants fan, delivered a heartfelt eight-minute speech thanking the organization, teammates, and fans. Family, friends, and former teammates, including Buster Posey, attended the event, while former manager Bruce Bochy—now with the Texas Rangers—received a standing ovation from fans. Bochy praised Crawford’s defensive creativity and clutch performances, recalling iconic plays that defined the Giants' success. The ceremony served as a reunion for key figures from the Giants’ golden era and underscored Crawford’s legacy as the greatest shortstop in franchise history. Despite now managing the Rangers, Bochy and the Giants continue to share mutual respect and cherished memories.