Logan Webb deleted his X account Wednesday night after publicly attacking KNBR sports reporter Jack Loder and other critics following the Giants' 10-0 shutout loss to the Toronto Blue Jays.
Loder had posted a video analyzing Webb's inconsistent performance this season, noting that while the pitcher excelled in June, he struggled in April and missed most of May. Loder acknowledged Webb's overall value to the Giants but questioned whether an ace-caliber pitcher should show such volatility.
Webb responded by writing, "You know what's sad is they allow people like you in the locker room." He escalated further when responding to other critics, writing to one: "Honestly you probably don't know anything about anything some loser on the couch that couldn't make his little league team."
When another user called his replies embarrassing, Webb asked: "Do you get paid by KNBR?"
He then deleted his account entirely.
On the field, Webb's performance justified criticism. He gave up five runs in the first inning, including a grand slam to Kazuma Okamoto. The bullpen subsequently collapsed, and the Giants were nearly blanked by Blue Jays pitcher Dylan Cease.
The Giants organization has not issued a public statement about Webb's conduct. Manager Tony Vitello has not addressed the incident.
Webb will face questions about his behavior when he appears for All-Star Game media obligations next week. The Giants could sanction him privately or issue a statement about professional conduct standards.
Loder documented performance data, offered analysis and made a professional assessment. Webb responded by attacking his credibility rather than disputing his facts with counter-analysis.
The deleted account is particularly telling, suggesting Webb did not stand by his words and did not apologize for them.
