Giants Clinch Dramatic Walk-Off Victory Over Rangers Amid Fielding Errors
April 28, 2025
Giants manager Bob Melvin praised his team's resilience, emphasizing their ability to capitalize on opportunities, along with strong pitching and defense as key factors in their success.
Ramos showcased impressive speed, finishing the play in 18.67 seconds with an average sprint speed of 29 feet per second, surpassing the MLB average.
Rangers pitcher Jack Leiter, returning from injury, struggled in his first start back, lasting only 3 2/3 innings and allowing two runs on 76 pitches.
The unusual ending drew attention, with NBC Sports Bay Area announcer Duane Kuiper noting its bizarre nature, reminiscent of childhood baseball experiences.
This loss marked the Rangers' fourth in five games, continuing a troubling trend as they have lost six of their last nine matches.
In a thrilling finish, the Giants secured their fifth walk-off win of the season when Ramos, initially aiming for an infield single, scored due to two errors by the Rangers.
The game began with the Rangers taking an early lead, as Marcus Semien drove in two runs with a single in the first inning, making it 2-0.
The Giants responded in the first inning with a run, thanks to Wilmer Flores drawing a bases-loaded walk, and later tied the game when Christian Koss recorded his first career RBI with a two-out single.
The final play led to a jubilant celebration at the stadium, including a Gatorade shower for Ramos, who expressed his astonishment at the turn of events.
Ramos humorously anticipated that the wild sequence would be replayed during the team's hitters' meeting, indicating it would be a memorable moment.
Giants starter Jordan Hicks pitched five innings allowing two runs, while Hayden Birdsong and Camilo Doval combined for four scoreless innings in relief, with Doval earning the win.
Looking ahead, the Rangers will begin a four-game home series against the Athletics, while the Giants will enjoy a day off before facing the Padres.
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AP News • Apr 27, 2025
Heliot Ramos' walk-off Little League homer gives Giants a 3-2 win over Rangers | AP News
ESPN • Apr 28, 2025
Heliot Ramos' wild Little League homer punctuates Giants' win - ESPN
CBSSports.com • Apr 27, 2025
WATCH: Giants' Heliot Ramos hits walk-off Little League home run to stun struggling Rangers