Rafael Devers Tries to Reject Pinch-Runner in Giants' Loss to Marlins
Rafael Devers objected to a pinch-runner as the Giants’ offense managed four hits in a 2-1 loss and their sixth sweep of the season.
- On Sunday, June 21, 2026, the San Francisco Giants fell 2-1 to the Miami Marlins, completing a series sweep as first baseman Rafael Devers visibly objected to Manager Tony Vitello replacing him with pinch-runner Jonah Cox in the ninth inning.
- Vitello cited Devers' leg soreness from Friday's game and Cox's superior speed as the rationale for the swap in a one-run contest, amid the Giants' struggles at 15 games under.500 this season.
- Pitcher Logan Webb worked eight innings allowing only two runs, but the Giants mustered just four hits, two by Casey Schmitt, leaving them unable to overcome the deficit.
- Willy Adames grounded into a game-ending double play after the substitution, ending the Giants' hopes, while Devers left the field visibly frustrated; Vitello later insisted they remain "good."
- The Giants have Monday off before the Athletics arrive at San Francisco on Tuesday for a three-game set, seeking to recover after completing their road trip with a disappointing sweep in Miami.
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Giants’ Rafael Devers expresses frustration with pinch-run decision amid one-run loss to Marlins
NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! The San Francisco Giants were attempting to rally down one run in the top of the ninth inning against the Miami Marlins on Sunday when Rafael Devers reached first base on a walk. Giants manager Tony Vitello was about to pinch-run for Devers in hopes of adding speed on the bases to tie the game. Jonah Cox ran toward first while Devers tried to shoo him away. Devers pleaded from first base to stay in the…
"This clown is making excuses for Rafael Devers" - Fans blast Giants skipper for defending $313.5M star's bizarre actions during Marlins game
San Francisco Giants manager Tony Vitello recently came under fire from fans after he defended Rafael Devers' actions during the team's 2-1 loss to the Miami Marlins.
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Daily DemocratKurtenbach: A pathetic ninth-inning conflict perfectly summarized the SF Giants’ miserable season
San Francisco Giants: Rafael Devers didn't want to leave. Tony Vitello didn't stand up for himself. And the Giants lost another game.
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