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Giants vs. Athletics - Game Preview - July 21, 2018 - ESPN

OAKLAND, Calif. -- History is unlikely to repeat itself when the San Francisco Giants and Oakland Athletics continue their interleague series Saturday night at the American League park.

The last time Giants left-hander Madison Bumgarner played in a game in Oakland, he served the dual role of pitcher and designated hitter in San Francisco's 12-6 win on June 30, 2016.

The right-handed-hitting slugger contributed a double to his own cause in becoming the first player ever in the majors to DH on the same night on which he pitched.

Despite the success, Giants manager Bruce Bochy indicated Friday that Bumgarner will concentrate on pitching in Saturday's return to Oakland.