O’Hearn delivers pinch-hit two-run homer as Padres fall 4-3 to Giants
Ryan O’Hearn provided a late spark for San Diego, launching a two-run pinch-hit homer in the seventh inning off Robbie Ray to pull the Padres within one, but it wasn’t enough to turn Monday’s game against the Giants into a comeback victory. O’Hearn pinch-hit for Jake Cronenworth in the seventh, and his blast brought the Padres to 4-3, which stood as the final score.
Fantasy impact:
– O’Hearn’s late homer underscores his value as a bench option and could boost his chances for additional at-bats in key spots if Cronenworth isn’t in the lineup.
– For fantasy players, monitor O’Hearn’s opportunities in coming games, especially in matchups where he can slot into the late-inning role.
Outlook:
– San Diego showed occasional life late, but the offense didn’t rally enough to overtake the Giants. The Padres will look to bounce back in the next meeting with San Francisco.
Summary:
– O’Hearn delivered a timely pinch-hit homer in the seventh to cut the deficit to 4-3, but the Padres could not complete the comeback in a 4-3 loss to the Giants.
Note: The article reflects a late-game improvement but an overall loss. If you’d like, I can add a short, upbeat closing line to give readers a hopeful note for the next game.