Rafael Devers hit a home run in his first at-bat and later drove in the winning run with a two-run single in the 10th inning, leading the San Francisco Giants to an 8-6 victory over the Los Angeles Angels on Friday night. The win snapped a five-game losing streak for the Giants.
Devers connected for a solo homer in the first inning. After the Angels rallied to tie the game, Devers came through again in the 10th with the bases loaded, singling to drive in two runs. Casey Schmitt also went deep for the Giants, and Luis Arraez added two hits. Bryce Eldridge doubled, walked, and scored twice, while Drew Gilbert had two hits as well.
The Angels fought back late but could not overcome the Giants' offense. The game featured multiple lead changes and extra innings before Devers' decisive hit.
The Giants improved their record with the victory, while the Angels dropped the series opener.