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Giants face Red Sox in Game 2 of three-game series

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Last updated Aug 23, 2026

Giants face Red Sox in Game 2 of three-game series
Summary

The San Francisco Giants play the Boston Red Sox in Game 2 of their series at Fenway Park on August 22, 2026. Right-hander Blade Tidwell starts for the Giants, making his 12th appearance and fourth start of the season. Tidwell has a 4.33 ERA and is yet to record a decision. For the Red Sox, left-hander Patrick Sandoval takes the mound as he makes his eighth start of the season following Tommy John surgery, holding a 4.76 ERA. Both pitchers are looking to rebound after poor recent outings.

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Status Watch
  • •Game 2 at Fenway Park, scheduled for 4:15 p.m. PT
  • •Giants' Blade Tidwell holds a 4.33 ERA this season
  • •Red Sox's Patrick Sandoval returns from Tommy John surgery with a 4.76 ERA
  • •Both starters had difficult outings in their last appearances
  • •Giants seek to improve from a disappointing season record
Latest Updates
  • 6:45 PMYahoo Sports — 8/23 Gamethread: Giants @ Red Sox
  • 10:45 PMYahoo Sports — 8/22 Gamethread: Giants @ Red Sox
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