In an exciting clash at Oracle Park, the San Diego Padres overcame a late deficit to defeat the San Francisco Giants 3-2 in extra innings on Tuesday night. Manny Machado highlighted the game with four hits, including a crucial two-run single that tied the game in the ninth inning. Jake Cronenworth then drove in the winning run during the 10th, securing a second consecutive win for the Padres after their series opener triumph.
The game had its tense moments, particularly in the ninth inning when Giants closer Camilo Doval, who had been nearly flawless all season, faced adversity. After walking Fernando Tatis Jr. and Luis Arraez to load the bases, Machado stepped up and delivered a clutch hit to level the score. Doval’s streak of 20 2/3 scoreless innings came to an end as he struggled to close out the game.
In the 10th inning, Padres rookie Ryan Bergert, making his major league debut, pitched commendably, allowing just two runs over five innings of work. The pivotal moment came when Cronenworth’s grounder evaded Giants first baseman Casey Schmitt, allowing the automatic runner, Jackson Merrill, to cross home plate.
The Giants struggled offensively, managing only two runs, with Heliot Ramos hitting a two-run homer—a bright spot in an otherwise lackluster performance. This defeat marks San Francisco’s 16th consecutive game scoring four runs or fewer, intensifying concerns about their batting consistency.
Looking ahead, the Padres will have RHP Nick Pivetta (6-2, 2.74 ERA) on the mound, while the Giants will counter with LHP Kyle Harrison (1-1, 2.51) in the upcoming game on Wednesday. This matchup promises to be another thrilling encounter, as both teams look to shift momentum in their favor.
The resilience shown by the Padres in this game showcases their potential as they push for a strong finish to the season.