Giants hit three homers in inning to defeat Braves 7-5, sweep doubleheader
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Last updated Jun 18, 2026
The San Francisco Giants completed a doubleheader sweep against the Atlanta Braves with a 7-5 victory on June 17 in Atlanta. Luis Arraez hit a two-run homer in the second inning, contributing to a total of three home runs in the frame. Carson Whisenhunt earned his first MLB win, allowing two runs in five innings. The Giants also secured a 7-2 win in the first game, highlighted by Robbie Ray's 6 1/3 scoreless innings. Both matches were part of a split doubleheader and followed a suspension due to rain. The Giants now prepare for the final game of the series against the Braves on Thursday.
- •Luis Arraez homered and drove in four runs for the Giants.
- •San Francisco hit three homers in the second inning.
- •Carson Whisenhunt earned his first win of the season.
- •Robbie Ray pitched 6 1/3 scoreless innings in the first game.
- •The teams will face off again on Thursday night.
- 3:18 AMYahoo Sports — Arraez hits homer and drives in 4 as Whisenhunt and Giants beat Braves 7-5 to sweep doubleheader
"The Giants won the opening game of the doubleheader 7-2 as left-hander Robbie Ray threw 6 1/3 scoreless innings. It was the completion of Tuesday night’s game, which was suspended due to rain.
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