US EditionRafael Devers Hits First Home Run for Giants Against Former Team Red Sox
SAN FRANCISCO COUNTY, CALIFORNIA, JUN 21 – Devers' two-run homer helped the Giants secure a 3-2 win over the Red Sox just six days after his trade, marking his 16th home run of the season, MLB data shows.
- In the third inning of Saturday’s game at Oracle Park, Rafael Devers launched his inaugural home run for the San Francisco Giants, helping secure their 3-2 victory over his former team, the Boston Red Sox.
- Devers was dealt to the San Francisco Giants on Sunday after disagreements emerged regarding his role following the signing of Alex Bregman and his refusal to shift to first base.
- Devers launched a two-run opposite-field home run off a 96 mph fastball from Brayan Bello, sending the ball approximately 370 feet with a bat speed of 105.5 mph, increasing the Giants' lead to 3-0.
- Devers has hit 16 home runs in 78 games this season and shared after the game that he believes his performance in Boston earned him recognition. He also expressed enthusiasm about continuing to make an impact with the Giants.
- Devers’ homer helped San Francisco improve to 43-34 and remain second in the NL West, suggesting his addition strengthens the Giants' playoff chances while he moves past his Boston chapter.
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