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Rafael Devers Delivers in First Base Debut as Giants Snap Six-Game Skid

His first game at first base provided a fresh spark for San Francisco following a prolonged offensive slump

Rafael Devers of the San Francisco Giants reacts after hitting a home run during the fifth inning against the Atlanta Braves at Truist Park in Atlanta on July 23, 2025.
Jul 18, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; San Francisco Giants designated hitter Rafael Devers (16) in the dug out before the game against the Toronto Blue Jays at Rogers Centre. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images/File Photo
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Overview

  • On July 22 at Truist Park, Devers made his professional debut at first base, recording two hits, two runs and an RBI without an error
  • His defensive outing and 9-0 victory over the Braves ended San Francisco’s six-game losing streak
  • Prior to the switch, Devers had slashed .219/.333/.333 as the Giants’ designated hitter in 29 post-trade games
  • He said fielding grounders keeps him active and helps him avoid overthinking between at-bats
  • After resisting a first-base move with Boston, Devers embraced the position in San Francisco following his mid-June trade