Ramos hits 3-run homer, Webb works six innings as the Giants beat the Nationals 10-5

San Francisco's offense comes alive in 10-5 win over Washington

Apr. 18, 2026 at 1:52am by

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Heliot Ramos hit a three-run homer, Logan Webb struck out six in six solid innings, and the San Francisco Giants beat the Washington Nationals 10-5 on Friday night. Drew Gilbert and Casey Schmitt also hit solo homers for the Giants, who had 15 hits in the game. James Wood and Daylen Lile homered for the Nationals.

Why it matters

This win helps the Giants snap a four-game skid and get their offense back on track after struggling to score runs in recent games. For the Nationals, the loss comes in the opener of a seven-game homestand following a successful 5-2 road trip.

The details

Ramos' three-run shot in the second inning sparked a six-run frame for the Giants, who also got RBI hits from Matt Chapman and Rafael Devers in the big inning. Webb allowed four runs on seven hits over six innings to earn the win for San Francisco. Zack Littell took the loss for Washington, giving up eight runs on 11 hits in four innings.

  • The game was played on Friday, April 18, 2026.

The players

Heliot Ramos

A Giants outfielder who hit a three-run homer in the second inning.

Logan Webb

The Giants starting pitcher who struck out six and allowed four runs over six innings.

Drew Gilbert

A Giants outfielder who hit a solo home run in the fourth inning.

Casey Schmitt

A Giants infielder who hit a solo home run in the seventh inning.

Matt Chapman

A Giants infielder who had three hits and drove in three runs.

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What they’re saying

“We really needed a game like this to get our offense going again. Heliot's big hit in the second inning set the tone, and it was great to see us swing the bats well from top to bottom.”

— Gabe Kapler, Giants Manager

What’s next

The Giants and Nationals will continue their series on Saturday, with San Francisco's Adrian Houser facing Washington's Cade Cavalli.

The takeaway

This win was an important offensive outburst for the Giants, who had struggled to score runs in recent games. The team's ability to break out for 10 runs, including three home runs, is a positive sign as they look to build momentum and climb back up the standings in the NL West.