Drew Gilbert’s Leadoff Mindset | San Francisco Giants News

San Francisco Giants News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 17, 2026 · 1m

Drew Gilbert delivered a breakout performance, going 3-for-4 with a home run and three RBIs in the Giants’ 7-1 rout over the Rockies — his first leadoff stint of the season. He kept it simple: focus on competitive at-bats, support Logan Webb, and stay grounded. No magic formula, just relentless effort. With big hitters behind him, he’s laser-focused on getting on base to set the table. Acknowledging his growth and the ups and downs of hitting at this level, Gilbert stresses daily contributions — defense, baserunning, hustle — as keys to staying in the lineup. His mantra? Pitch by pitch…