A Night of Power Hitting
Matt Chapman of the San Francisco Giants turned a routine contest into a showcase of power, driving in eight runs — the most ever recorded by a Giant in a single game — and tying the franchise record previously held by five legends, among them Willie Mays.
The onslaught came against the Chicago Cubs, whose pitchers could only watch as Chapman launched a grand slam in the fourth inning off starter Edward Cabrera, followed by a 432-foot homer that struck an illuminated advertisement beyond the outfield wall.
San Francisco’s offense didn’t stop there; the team erupted for 19 hits, cruising to an 18-3 victory that marked their third consecutive win and underscored a recent surge that has seen six grand slams in the last 18 games.
Contributions were spread across the lineup, with Willy Adames and Casey Schmitt each adding two homers, while Brandon Crawford and Joc Pederson also chipped in, illustrating the depth of the Giants’ batting order.
Chapman’s performance also carried a symbolic weight, as the blast not only tied the record but also extended his streak of homering in every major-league ballpark, a feat that places him among an elite group of modern sluggers.
Beyond the numbers, the game reinforced the Giants’ early-season narrative of explosive offense, a trend that bodes well for their aspirations as they navigate a competitive National League schedule.