Angels Edge Giants 4-3 Behind Trout’s Four-Hit Night

Trout Powers Angels Offense

Mike Trout delivered a standout performance for the Los Angeles Angels, recording four hits to lead his team to a 4-3 victory over the San Francisco Giants. The win improved the Angels’ record to 42-64, while the Giants fell to 44-61. The game took place at Oracle Park in San Francisco, California, in front of 34,111 spectators on Sunday, July 26, 2026.

Trout’s offensive output was the catalyst for Los Angeles. He opened the scoring in the first inning when he scored on a ground ball by Soler that resulted in a fielder’s choice to shortstop. Soler then provided further support in the fourth inning with a home run to center field, measuring 419 feet.

Later in the same inning, Adell added a two-run homer to center field (446 feet) that also scored Schanuel, extending the Angels’ lead to 4-0.

Giants Rally in Late Innings

The Giants began their comeback attempt in the fifth inning. Adames scored on a throwing error by Angels shortstop Neto after Arraez grounded into a fielder’s choice to second base. Arraez advanced to second while Cavanaugh was thrown out at second.

The Giants continued to chip away at the deficit in the ninth inning. Arraez doubled to right field, driving in both Cavanaugh and Adames to make the final score 4-3.

Pitching Performance

Jose Soriano earned the win for the Angels, pitching five innings and allowing three hits and no earned runs while striking out five batters. He was supported by a relief corps that kept the Giants off the scoreboard for most of the game. Samy Natera Jr., Chase Silseth, Ryan Zeferjahn, and Mitch Farris all pitched scoreless innings.

Farris recorded the save. Sam Bachman entered in the ninth inning but allowed two earned runs before exiting.

For the Giants, Carson Whisenhunt took the loss, allowing four earned runs on five hits over five innings with seven strikeouts. Adrian Houser pitched four hitless innings, allowing zero earned runs and two hits with two strikeouts.

Game Summary

The Angels’ early offensive surge proved sufficient to secure the win despite the late Giants rally. Trout’s four-hit performance was the highlight of the game, as he contributed to all four of Los Angeles’ runs. The Angels’ pitching staff held the Giants to just two hits in the final four innings after the fifth-inning rally.

The final score of 4-3 reflected the Angels' ability to capitalize on early opportunities and the Giants' inability to score until the final frame.

Sources

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