SF Giants Sweep Split Doubleheader Behind Three Homers, Whisenhunt’s Strong Season Debut
Luis Arraez homered and drove in four runs as Carson Whisenhunt earned his first win in his season debut.
- On Wednesday, June 17, 2026, the San Francisco Giants swept a weather-delayed split doubleheader against the Atlanta Braves, winning 7-2 and 7-5 at Truist Park.
- Rain suspended Tuesday's initial matchup, forcing the doubleheader schedule; the Braves continue to battle significant injuries, including the absence of right fielder Ronald Acuña Jr.
- Left-Hander Robbie Ray threw 6 1/3 scoreless innings with increased sinker usage, while rookie Carson Whisenhunt allowed two runs over five-plus innings in his season debut.
- The Giants' offense fueled both wins with home runs from Rafael Devers, Jung Hoo Lee, Willy Adames, and Luis Arraez; rookie Bryce Eldridge extended his on-base streak to 21 games.
- Seeking its first sweep of the season, San Francisco sends right-hander Landen Roupp to face Braves left-hander Martín Pérez in Thursday's series finale.
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The Daily ItemSF Giants sweep split doubleheader behind three homers, Whisenhunt’s strong season debut
The Giants won Game 1 of Wednesday’s weather-induced split doubleheader thanks to three homers from the offense and an excellent outing from a left-handed pitcher. That formula worked so well that they stuck with it for Game 2.
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Ray dominant in relief as Giants complete 7-2 win over Braves in Game 1 of doubleheader
Robbie Ray allowed only two hits in 6 1/3 scoreless innings of relief, Rafael Devers and Jung Hoo Lee hit back-to-back homers and the San Francisco Giants beat the Atlanta Braves 7-2 in the first game of a split doubleheader.
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