DENVER—Buster Posey was an MVP, rookie of the year, a seven-time All-Star and three-time World Series champion with the San Francisco Giants.
Now, less than a year after retiring, he’s got a new title: owner.
The Giants announced Wednesday the 35-year-old former catcher has joined the ownership group. Posey, while not announcing the percentage, said he bought in with his own money. He’s also joining the six-person board of directors.
Posey is the first former player to be at the Giants’ principal partner level.
“I couldn’t be more thrilled,” Posey said.
Giants manager Gabe Kapler saw parts of the press conference in San Francisco while preparing for Wednesday night’s game at Colorado….