How Giants really feel about Logan Webb pitching in World Baseball Classic

“The Giants really did not want Logan Webb participating in this,” Slusser said. “Buster Posey was clear, and I certainly understand his thinking, that he really likes it when starting pitchers participate in the WBC sort of later in their careers.”

The concern centers on health and workload management. Webb has carried one of the heaviest inning totals in baseball over recent seasons, and the Giants lack proven rotation depth capable of offsetting a potential early-season absence should an injury occur.

Despite those reservations, Slusser noted that Webb was fully aware of the organization’s stance and remained firm in his decision. He pointed to ongoing conversations with Team USA manager Mark DeRosa that date back several years, underscoring that the commitment was long considered rather than impulsive.

“Logan’s like, ‘Yeah, I know how they feel, but I’ve been talking to Mark DeRosa for three years… This is my decision.”

Webb’s decision was driven partially by a desire to experience a playoff-like atmosphere while representing his country. While the organization has publicly supported the move, it also represents an early test of alignment under Posey’s leadership as the organization carefully monitors Webb’s workload with Team USA.