Giants’ Tony Vitello calls ‘BS’ on criticism of Willy Adames’ work ethic, defense

SAN DIEGO — A day after Willy Adames’ work ethic was called into question on national television, Giants manager Tony Vitello deemed the criticism “bulls–t” while defending the franchise shortstop in the middle of a miserable season. Wayne Randazzo, the play-by-play man for Apple TV’s broadcast of the Giants’ 7-0 loss

It would be malpractice for the 46-62 Giants to not trade Arraez, who leads the majors in batting average, before the Aug. 3 deadline.

The Giants' second baseman is highly sought-after this summer.