Giants’ Jordan Hicks stars in homecoming win over Astros
Mar 31, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; San Francisco Giants designated hitter Wilmer Flores (41) hits a RBI single against the Houston Astros in the second inning at Daikin Park. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images Jordan Hicks twirled six shutout innings, Wilmer Flores socked his third home run and the visiting San Francisco Giants defeated the Houston Astros 7-2 on Monday in the opener of a three-game interleague series. Hicks (1-0), a Houston native, retired 14 consecutive batters during one stretch. He allowed one hit, issued two walks and recorded six strikeouts in his season debut and first start since being moved to the bullpen last July. Hicks' first 20 appearances in 2024 came as a starter before a career-high innings total coupled with fatigue led to his switch to a relief role. After yielding two baserunners in the bottom of […]