Blake Snell, the reigning NL Cy Young winner, made his debut for the San Francisco Giants against the Nationals, but it was not the start the team had hoped for. Despite the excitement surrounding his first game, Snell was pulled after just three innings, having thrown 72 pitches and leaving the Giants trailing 3-1. The Nationals capitalized on this early exit, ultimately winning the game 8-1. Snell's performance was described as erratic and rusty, a disappointing outcome for one of the most talented pitchers to join the Giants. Prior to the game, there was significant anticipation, with Snell being praised for his ability to adapt quickly to his new team, a contrast to his time in San Diego. However, the Giants had tried to manage expectations for his debut. The Nationals' offense was led by Trey Lipscomb with 3 hits and 3 steals, and Lane Thomas, who also had 3 hits including a homer. Trevor Williams secured his second win of the season, improving to 2-0 with a 2.61 ERA. The series against the Nationals marked a rough start for Snell with the Giants, as they looked to him to bolster their pitching lineup.
Blake Snell lifted after three in 2024 debut https://t.co/t5cgTAJzZs
Rough start: Erratic and rusty, Blake Snell lasts only three innings in SF Giants debut https://t.co/KmEXdgUiEC
FINAL: Nationals 8, #SFGiants 1
Final: Nats 8, Giants 1. They knocked out Blake Snell early. Trey Lipscomb had 3 hits and 3 steals. Lane Thomas had 3 hits (including a homer). Trevor Williams is 2-0 with a 2.61 ERA.
Blake Snell is done after 3 innings and 72 pitches. Nats up 3-1 and into the Giants' bullpen in the 4th inning of the series opener.
The #SFGiants have tried not to raise expectations for Blake Snell’s debut, but there’s plenty of excitement surrounding one of the most talented pitchers ever to wear orange and black. https://t.co/elDpU8MEaO
The reigning NL Cy Young is back! Blake Snell makes his @SFGiants debut against the Nationals in San Francisco at 9:45 pm ET. https://t.co/Mn8d7RcdO5
The Giants won 3-2. It wasn't the prettiest weekend, but they ended up with a series win. They'll finally hand the ball to Blake Snell tomorrow night.
What to expect from Blake Snell’s Giants debut? Whiffs, walks and plus stuff from ‘unflappable guy’ - he’s already comfortable with his new team, something that took awhile in SD, plus what former teammates say about him: https://t.co/LKosAKy09w via @sfchronicle