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Fernando Tatis Jr. Sparks Padres to Series Win Over Rangers

San Diego’s deep bullpen, Fernando Tatis Jr.’s clutch hitting, Robert Suarez’s league-leading 25th save fuel a series victory over Texas.

Jul 5, 2025; San Diego, California, USA; Texas Rangers catcher Kyle Higashioka (11) celebrates in the dugout after hitting a two-run home run during the third inning against the San Diego Padres at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: David Frerker-Imagn Images
Jul 6, 2025; San Diego, California, USA; San Diego Padres right fielder Fernando Tatis Jr. (23) hits an RBI double during the fourth inning against the Texas Rangers at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: Denis Poroy-Imagn Images
Fernando Tatis Jr. (23) of the San Diego Padres runs to first base after hitting an RBI double during the fourth inning of a game against the Texas Rangers at Petco Park on Sunday, July 6, 2025, in San Diego. (Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images/TNS)

Overview

  • The Padres won Sunday’s finale 4-1 to clinch the three-game set against Texas two games to one.
  • All-Star Fernando Tatis Jr. reached base four times, scored the tying run in the third inning and delivered the go-ahead double in the fourth.
  • Six San Diego pitchers combined to allow one run, with Kyle Hart earning the win in relief and Robert Suarez recording his 25th save to tie for the MLB lead.
  • Jack Leiter took the loss after yielding two runs, five hits and two walks over 3⅔ innings as the Rangers continued to struggle with runners in scoring position.
  • Yu Darvish is set to make his season debut for the Padres following elbow inflammation, bolstering San Diego’s rotation into the All-Star break.