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Matt Wilkinson earns first career MLB win in Giants victory over Cardinals

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Last updated Sep 10, 2026

Matt Wilkinson earns first career MLB win in Giants victory over Cardinals

Summary

San Francisco Giants pitcher Matt Wilkinson earned his first Major League Baseball victory on September 9, 2026, during a 7-6 comeback win against the St. Louis Cardinals at Oracle Park. Wilkinson entered the game in the seventh inning with the Giants trailing 6-1. The relief appearance spanned two innings, during which he allowed one hit and struck out two batters. San Francisco scored six runs in the bottom of the eighth inning to overtake the lead. The win marks a career milestone for the pitcher, who has worked to solidify his position on the major league roster. Trent Harris subsequently secured his first career save in the final inning to finalize the result for the Giants.

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By the Numbers

•Matt Wilkinson earned his first career MLB victory on September 9, 2026.
•The Giants defeated the Cardinals 7-6 at Oracle Park.
•Wilkinson pitched two innings in relief, allowing one hit and striking out two.
•Trent Harris recorded his first career save for San Francisco.

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