The San Francisco Giants have lost hitting coach Hunter Mense to the Kansas City Royals, according to a report published Thursday. Mense, who served as the Giants' hitting coach, is departing for a new role with the Royals.
The move was announced on November 5, 2026. Mense had been with the Giants since the 2026 season, as seen in a photo from August 28, 2026, at Oracle Park.



