Harrison Bader has hilarious idea on how SF Giants can contain Drew Gilbert

Drew Gilbert certainly made an impression on SF Giants fans last season with his energy and antics both in the field and especially in the dugout. New Giants outfielder Harrison Bader has a hilarious idea on how to corral the young spark plug.

Bader was asked whether he saw the infamous picture of Giants third baseman Matt Chapman choking Gilbert in the dugout last season and he said he had. He agreed with Chapman's approach and then went on to say that the team may need a metal leash that is usually used to catch alligators to rein Gilbert in.

Harrison Bader says SF Giants need a metal leash to contain Drew Gilbert

It's not a bad idea since Gilbert has some animalistic tendencies. He chewed on Robbie Ray's hoodie like a dog in the dugout last season and Grant Brisbee may have put it best recently when he wrote, referring to Gilbert, "It’s always, always fun to have a player who might take a bite out of a light bulb for no apparent reason."

One could argue that the infusion of energy Gilbert provided last year may have inspired president of baseball operations Buster Posey to hire Tony Vitello, Gilbert's manager at Tennessee, since the team seemed to do better the crazier Gilbert got. It's no surprise that Gilbert was thrilled when Vitello got hired.

Bader is an energetic guy himself and he seems like he could be a perfect mentor to Gilbert. Both guys have a similar profile as players since they are both known more for their defense and they play hard. Maybe Bader can take him under his wing and show him what it takes to be a solid big league player.

Gilbert's spot on the Opening Day roster is far from assured. He will have competition from the likes of Luis Matos, Jerar Encarnacion, and Will Brennan for a spot on the bench. Matos and Encarnacion are out of minor league options so if it's a close competition one, or both, of them may get the nod.

Just because Gilbert played for Vitello at Tennessee does not guarantee him anything. He has to produce this spring to make the team even though it would be a joy to see him acting wild in the dugout just like he did in college with Vitello.

But if he gets out of hand, Bader probably will not hesitate to break out the metal alligator leash so at least Chapman can give his hand a rest.