After a formal announcement for Zito by Giants. Zito flew from Southern California and had to land at Oakland International Airport because of thick fog at San Francisco International, then made the picturesque drive across the Bay Bridge along with his parents. Zito’s mom, Roberta, is extremely happy. She remarked it must have been planned that way.
Barry Zito
28 year old left hander Zito was overjoyed when he first heard the Giants wanted to sign him. Zito, has signed a $126 million, seven-year contract with the Giants. The Giants want Zito to become The Face of the Giants until 2013 and maybe after that too. He is expected to be a popular figure due to his good nature conduct and his commitment to donate $1 million for various causes. Zito promised to work hard on his hitting, bunting and baserunning with good friend Brady Anderson. The pitcher has a .034 batting average — one hit in 29 at-bats with 15 strikeouts.