Bochy prepared to work with new Giants GM

SAN FRANCISCO -- When the Giants' decision-makers convene to discuss selecting the club's next general manager, don't underestimate manager Bruce Bochy's influence.

Bochy remains one of baseball's most respected managers, despite the Giants' back-to-back losing seasons. He earned his lofty reputation years before he steered San Francisco to its trio of World Series championships.

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When general manager Bobby Evans stepped down on Monday, it didn't affect the status of Bochy, who maintains a close relationship with Brian Sabean, San Francisco's executive vice president of baseball operations. Sabean will now assume a "global position," while the new GM will report directly…