Giant’s Win 5-1 with Rodriguez and Sandoval Leading the Charge: 7/20/18

Posted on July 20, 2018

Daily Summary: Dereck Rodriguez pitched well for 6 1/3 innings, and Pablo Sandoval hit a home run to help the Giants secure a 5-1 victory over the Athletics.

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