Giants manager Tony Vitello has blown-away reaction to Rafael Devers’ big HR vs. Phillies
Giants manager Tony Vitello has blown-away reaction to Rafael Devers’ big HR vs. Phillies appeared first on ClutchPoints . Add ClutchPoints as a Preferred Source by clicking here .
The San Francisco Giants produced a statement win vs. the Philadelphia Phillies behind a powerful display from first baseman Rafael Devers , prompting a strong reaction from manager Tony Vitello Wednesday afternoon. The matchup showcased the Giants’ evolving identity as they continue to build momentum early in the 2026 season.
Devers broke a scoreless tie in the sixth inning with a 411-foot, three-run home run to center field. The blast immediately shifted momentum and gave the Giants control in what became a 5-0 shutout win at Oracle Park.
The win marked the Giants’ second consecutive home victory and secured a series win over Philadelphia. It also continued San Francisco ’s strong track record vs. the Phillies at Oracle Park, where the team has consistently found success.
KNBR shared Vitello’s postgame comments on X, formerly Twitter, capturing the first-year manager’s reaction to Devers’ defining moment of the 3-game series.
“It was like a big hit in football or a dunk in basketball…Is he capable of doing something where he can literally win you a game or a handful of games on offense, the answer is yes.”
Vitello emphasized how Devers’ swing changed the game instantly, pointing to the energy shift and the ability of elite hitters to deliver in key moments.
This performance underscores why San Francisco traded for the two-time Silver Slugger and 2018 World Series champion from the Boston Red Sox in June last season. After a slow start to the season, his recent production signals a potential turning point for both him and the team.
The Giants now prepare for a road stretch with renewed confidence, as Devers’ power and Vitello’s leadership continue to shape the club’s early-season trajectory. Devers is heating up at the plate, batting .250 with a home run and four RBIs over his last three games, while hitting .220 with two home runs and six RBIs on the season.
Related: Phillies’ Rob Thomson shares JT Realmuto injury update before Giants game
