The San Francisco Giants faced the Chicago Cubs on June 12, 2026, and were unable to secure a win against pitcher Javier Assad. Assad had previously blanked the Giants in a game at Wrigley Field just a week prior. In this rematch, he continued to perform effectively as the Cubs' starting pitcher.
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Giants lose to Cubs as Javier Assad secures second win against San Francisco
On June 12, 2026, the San Francisco Giants lost to the Chicago Cubs, with Javier Assad pitching effectively for the Cubs. This marked Assad's second victory against the Giants within a week.
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Giants fall to Cubs as Javier Assad beats San Francisco for second time in a week
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