Giants take series opener over Tigers despite being out-hit

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Last updated Aug 8, 2026

Giants take series opener over Tigers despite being out-hit
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The San Francisco Giants defeated the Detroit Tigers 5-2 in a series opener at Oracle Park on August 7, 2026. The Tigers out-hit the Giants 11-5 but struggled to convert hits into runs. Kevin McGonigle scored for Detroit early in the first inning, but Rafael Devers' two-run home run put San Francisco ahead. The Giants' lead was extended by a two-run single from Jung Hoo Lee in the second inning. Willy Adames later added a solo home run in the fifth inning. The Tigers are set to continue the three-game series against the Giants.

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  • Giants lead Tigers 5-2 in series opener on August 7.
  • Detroit out-hits San Francisco but fails to score effectively.
  • Rafael Devers hits a two-run homer for the Giants.
  • Jung Hoo Lee drives in two runs in the second inning.
  • Tigers set to play the next game in the series.
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  • 4:48 AMYahoo SportsPlenty of hits but not enough runs downs Detroiters
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Getting runners on base is one thing. Having them score is quite another.

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