Sun Jun 22 22:20:00 UTC 2025: **Giants’ Devers Homers Against Former Team, Red Sox, in Tense Matchup**
SAN FRANCISCO – In a storyline ripped straight from the headlines, new San Francisco Giants designated hitter Rafael Devers blasted his first home run for the team Saturday against his former club, the Boston Red Sox. The two-run shot off Red Sox pitcher and friend Brayan Bello in the third inning proved crucial as the Giants held off a late Boston rally to secure a 3-2 victory.
“He’s my brother out there,” Devers said of Bello through an interpreter after the game. “But we know once we cross that line, we’re competing with each other, and whoever wins, wins. It was us this time.”
Devers, who was traded to San Francisco just last week, downplayed the significance of the home run coming against his former team. “Nothing more special than any other home run that I’ve hit,” he said. “I’m just happy I could contribute to the team’s win.”
The homer, a no-doubter to left field, showcased Devers’ ability to see the ball deep, a skill Giants manager Bob Melvin believes will translate well in the spacious Oracle Park. Melvin also noted Devers’ ability to go opposite field at Fenway, indicating his swing will fit his new park.
The trade to San Francisco followed a somewhat contentious end to Devers’ nearly nine-year tenure in Boston. The infielder reportedly felt disrespected by the Red Sox after they requested he play first base due to an injury and later moved him off third base, a position the athlete was not happy about leaving.
Giants starting pitcher Landen Roupp observed a noticeable change in Devers after the home run. “As soon as he hit it, it almost looked like a weight fell off his shoulders,” Roupp said, anticipating more significant contributions from Devers.
Devers received a warm welcome from Giants fans after the homer. He acknowledged the support, stating, “There are beautiful fans here in San Francisco, and I’m just enjoying the moment right now.”
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