Led by Erwin Higueros, ‘Gigantes’ broadcast team makes history

SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) — For the first time, all 162 San Francisco Giants games are being broadcast in Spanish, making every moment of the season accessible to Spanish-speaking fans.

The Spanish-speaking broadcast team, led by Erwin Higueros, Tito Fuentes, and Carlos Orellana, is making every thrilling moment of the Giants’ season accessible to Spanish-speaking fans.

“Finally, the Giants have decided this is very important to the community,” said Erwin Higueros, who has been a voice for the “Gigantes” for nearly 30 years. “It’s just so important to have this for our audience, for our people.”

Joining Erwin Higueros in the broadcast booth is Giants legend Tito Fuentes, known for his flair both on and off the field. Despite being in his eighties, Fuentes continues to bring his unique style to the microphone.

Carlos Orellana serves as the talented backup voice and producer, rounding out the team that ensures every game is available in Spanish.

The broadcast team provides a crucial service not only for Latino fans but also for the families of players from Spanish-speaking countries. Giants reliever Jose Butto appreciates the broadcasts, noting how important it is for his family in Venezuela to hear about his games.

Erwin Higueros also plays a vital role as the team’s translator, helping players like Butto communicate effectively with the team and media.

“My family in Venezuela — they don’t speak English. So obviously it makes a big difference, and it goes a long way for them to be able to hear the game in Spanish,” Butto said through his translator, Higueros.

The Giants’ efforts to engage the Latino community include events like the annual “Fiesta Gigantes,” which celebrate and recognize the importance of the Latino fanbase.

The Spanish broadcasts of the Giants’ games are fostering a strong sense of community and identification among Hispanic fans, with the broadcast team looking forward to continuing their impactful work.

With inclusive celebrations such as the annual “Fiesta Gigantes,” the Giants have tried to build community and recognize what matters to the Latino community.

It’s an effort that’s worthwhile and one that fosters a strong sense of identification for Hispanic fans.

For the Gigantes broadcast team, the future looks good.

All facts in this report were gathered by journalists employed by KRON4. Artificial intelligence tools were used to reformat from a broadcast script into a news article for our website. This report was edited and fact-checked by KRON4 staff before being published.