Giants' Hudson shelled for 6 runs early by Dodgers, relieved by Lincecum

San Francisco Giants right-hander Tim Hudson continues to struggle in September after allowing six runs in one-plus innings to the Los Angeles Dodgers on Saturday night, prompting manager Bruce Bochy to call on Tim Lincecum in relief.

The Dodgers touched up the sinkerballer for eight hits in the frame, making it one of the most miserable outings of his illustrious career.

Hudson's dud comes one night after Dodgers lefty Hyun-jin Ryu was shelled for four runs on five hits, resulting in his exit from the game after one inning, albeit due to a shoulder injury.

The Giants entered play Saturday night only one game behind the Dodgers for the National League West lead.