Padres Smash D-backs 9-4 | San Diego Padres News

The Padres crushed the D-backs 9-4 in a fireworks-filled offensive explosion, led by Manny Machado and Jackson Merrill who combined for six hits and six RBIs. Machado launched a key double in the first, Merrill followed with clutch singles, and San Diego piled on three runs in each of the first two innings. Eduardo Rodriguez struggled early, surrendering three runs in the first and getting pulled, while the Padres extended their lead to 8-0 before the D-backs mounted a late fight — highlighted by Nolan Arenado’s homer — but it wasn’t enough. Jake Cronenworth added insurance with his third hit, and the bullpen locked it down. The Padres’ lineup delivered 16 hits and relentless discipline, turning this into a dominant team victory. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/31f1ecbfd3531aaf