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Giants Crush Rockies 7-1 in Dominant Fourth-Inning Surge

Logan Webb's milestone night and Drew Gilbert's heroics power San Francisco to a decisive victory

A Night of Milestones at Oracle Park

San Francisco erupted in celebration on August 15, 2026, as the Giants posted a 7‑1 victory over the Colorado Rockies, snapping the visitors’ three‑game winning streak and showcasing a potent offensive explosion.

Logan Webb delivered a masterclass, logging six innings, allowing just four hits and a single run while striking out seven batters. The outing also marked Webb’s 1,100th career strikeout, a milestone that underscored his longevity and poise, even after a bruised right shoulder forced his exit.

Drew Gilbert was the catalyst of the night, launching a home run and driving in three runs. His bat ignited a six‑run fourth inning, a rally that also featured Rafael Devers’ RBI via a ground‑rule double and Bryce Eldridge’s score on a wild pitch by reliever Parker Mushinski.

The fourth‑inning surge was sparked by Turner Hill’s major‑league debut. With the bases loaded, Hill delivered a sacrifice fly that ignited the rally, paving the way for the Giants’ commanding lead.

After Webb’s exit, Carson Seymour took the mound and later handed the ball to Dylan Smith, who closed out the ninth inning without allowing another run, preserving the Giants’ dominance.

Jung Hoo Lee contributed two hits and a walk, marking the fifth time this season the Giants recorded 10 or more hits. Colorado’s lone run came in the third inning on a ground‑rule double by Cole Carrigg, but the Giants’ offense proved overwhelming.

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