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Machado’s Seventh-Inning Homer Propels Padres Past Mets, 7-1

The victory strengthens San Diego’s wild-card push, raising questions over New York’s bullpen health after Juan Soto exited with a bruised foot.

SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA – JULY 30: Yu Darvish #11 of the San Diego Padres pitches in the first inning during the game against New York Mets at Petco Park on July 30, 2025 in San Diego, California. (Photo by Matt Thomas/San Diego Padres/Getty Images)
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Overview

  • Manny Machado’s three-run homer in the seventh inning capped a five-run rally that turned a 1-1 game into a 7-1 lead for the Padres.
  • San Diego’s bullpen threw five scoreless innings, with Wandy Peralta earning the win after José Buttó and Chris Devenski faltered for New York.
  • Jackson Merrill delivered an RBI triple in the sixth inning to break the tie with a play that bounced over Pete Alonso’s head.
  • Sean Manaea departed after five innings with one run allowed, three hits, four strikeouts and no walks but received limited run support.
  • The setback halted New York’s seven-game winning streak and came with just two games remaining before MLB’s July 31 trade deadline.