San Francisco Giants pitcher Logan Webb has deactivated his X account following a contentious online exchange with reporters and fans. The dispute arose after Webb's performance in a 10-0 loss to the Toronto Blue Jays on Wednesday.
KNBR reporter Jack Loder commented on Webb's performance, noting inconsistencies in his season and stating, "there's always been a little bit lacking." Webb responded directly on X, questioning Loder's access to the locker room. The interaction escalated when Webb engaged with other critics, questioning their knowledge of baseball and, in one instance, their childhood athletic abilities.
Giants manager Tony Vitello addressed the situation Thursday, stating he was not fully informed about the details. "Maybe he came from a place where he felt like he was defending the team or himself," Vitello commented. "I've just always been a big believer in that the only opinions that should matter are the people wearing the uniform."
Despite the recent public criticism, Webb's season statistics include a 3.86 earned-run average and a 1.16 WHIP, ranking him 28th in the majors in the latter category. After a strong June, Webb has allowed twelve runs in ten innings pitched in July, including a difficult outing on July 3 where he surrendered two home runs and eleven hits in three innings.
This incident follows a separate controversy involving Giants pitchers in June. Landen Roupp, JT Brubaker, and Ryan Walker altered their Pride Night hats by writing references to Genesis 9:12-16. MLB policy prohibits altering uniforms, and while the players did not face fines or discipline, they received verbal warnings. The Justice Department has reportedly inquired with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission regarding whether these warnings could be construed as discriminatory. The players involved have stated they did not feel discriminated against and that their actions were not motivated by hate.