Cain Helps Giants Beat Hudson And Braves 8-2

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) – Matt Cain pitched eight strong innings and San Francisco beat Tim Hudson for the first time in seven years in the Giants’ 8-2 victory over the Atlanta Braves on Friday night.

Cain (2-2) allowed three hits and added an RBI single during a six-run rally in the fourth inning.

Hudson (4-2) was cruising until the fourth when the Giants batted around and scored six runs. Marco Scutaro had two hits, including a two-run single during the inning.

The Braves’ veteran right-hander had been 6-0 with a 2.48 ERA against San Francisco since losing to them on April 8, 2006.