Contreras's homer haunts Webb as Giants trail Red Sox in Boston

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Last updated Aug 22, 2026

Contreras's homer haunts Webb as Giants trail Red Sox in Boston
Summary

Willson Contreras hit a three-run homer for the Boston Red Sox against the San Francisco Giants on August 21, 2026. The blast came during the third inning, marking a pivotal moment for Giants pitcher Logan Webb, whose performance deteriorated following the hit. After surrendering five runs in the inning, Webb's outing ended early at just 2 2/3 innings. In response, the Giants mounted a comeback attempt, highlighted by Drew Gilbert’s two-run homer and Rafael Devers’s subsequent home run, narrowing the score after the third inning. The game is ongoing, with both teams aiming to solidify their positions.

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  • Contreras's homer estimated at 450 feet sailed over Fenway's Green Monster.
  • Logan Webb allowed five runs in the third inning, his shortest outing since 2023.
  • Drew Gilbert and Rafael Devers hit back-to-back homers for the Giants in response.
  • The Giants are attempting a late comeback after trailing 5-1 in the ongoing game.
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Willson Contreras’s 3-run homer is going to haunt Logan Webb’s dreams for a long time.

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