Los Angeles Dodgers first baseman James Tibbs III runs the bases after hitting a home run against the Chicago White Sox in a Spring Breakout Game at Camelback Ranch-Glendale in Phoenix on March 21, 2026. 

When the San Francisco Giants drafted James Tibbs III out of Florida State in the first round in 2024, they hoped he’d be ready for the big leagues in no time. And so far this season, Tibbs is looking the part.

Tibbs was named Pacific Coast League Player of the Week for the first week and change of the Triple-A season after putting on an unreal hitting display. Given how miserable the Giants have looked to start the year, especially on offense, he’s just the sort of talent crushing in the minors that San Francisco might want to call up.

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