Giants right fielder Jaylin Davis and first-base coach Antoan Richardson, both of whom are Black, also took a knee. Shortstop Brandon Crawford stood between them with a hand on each of their shoulders. Davis held his right hand over his heart, and Richardson, who is from the Bahamas, clasped his hands in front of him.
Which Giants players kneel for the national anthem?
Manager Gabe Kapler, first base coach Antoan Richardson and outfielders Jaylin Davis, Mike Yastrzemski and Austin Slater were among the San Francisco Giants who knelt during the playing of the national anthem ahead of Monday's exhibition game against the Oakland A's.
Which Giants players took knees?
Mike Yastrzemski, Austin Slater, Jaylin Davis and Antoan Richardson were the Giants players who took a knee. Giants shortstop Brandon Crawford put his hands on the shoulders of Davis and Richardson.