Giants announce historic matchup vs. Mexican League team before 2026 MLB season

The Giants announced an exciting new exhibition matchup that will take place just before the start of the 2026 MLB season.San Francisco will host the Sultanes de Monterrey, a Mexican League baseball team, for two games on Monday, March 23 and Tuesday, March 24 at Oracle Park. The Giants, as part of their ongoing commitment to celebrate and uplift the Latino community, per a press release from the team, also will debut a new Gigantes uniform during the series.“We are honored to welcome the Sultanes de Monterrey to Oracle Park,” Giants chief marketing officer Rachel Heit said. “Baseball connects cultures and communities, and this series embodies the importance of honoring our diverse fanbase and the Latino community in San Francisco and beyond. “Together with the Sultanes, we look forward to creating an unforgettable experience for fans of both teams.”In addition to the games, festivities at Oracle Park will include the following: Former Giants pitcher Sergio Romo, who currently is an analyst on NBC Sports Bay Area’s Giants pregame and postgame coverage, explained the significance of this series for him.“As a Mexican American, this series is...