Drew Gilbert explains why ‘chameleon’ Tony Vitello can thrive with Giants in MLB

SAN FRANCISCO — Drew Gilbert was well aware of what was circulating about the Giants’ managerial search earlier this month, but he tried not to bug Tony Vitello too often. The two are very close, but Gilbert, conscious of how much was on Vitello’s plate every day at Tennessee, always has reminded himself to reach out only when it feels necessary.Gilbert, however, has had his own phone blow up over the past week. Teammates have peppered him with calls and texts about their new manager, who will be introduced Thursday at Oracle Park, and Gilbert knows there are some obvious questions. He also thinks Vitello will have all of the answers. The biggest concern for most has been the fact that Vitello has no experience with professional baseball. After two decades coaching and recruiting in college, how will his energy and approach work with big leaguers? “If anything, I don’t see why it can’t play better,” Gilbert said on the latest “Giants Talk” podcast. “These guys are closer to his age. He actually probably will relate with them more than I could relate with him back at Tennessee. Obviously he hasn’t...