Manny Machado Exits Game with Minor Calf Injury, Listed Day-to-Day

The Padres star third baseman left Saturday’s game against the Braves as a precaution and could return for Sunday’s series finale.

Manny Machado experienced right calf tightness during his fourth-inning at-bat against the Braves on Saturday.
Padres manager Mike Shildt removed Machado from the game to prevent the injury from worsening.
Machado described the issue as a minor cramp and expressed confidence that it is not a major concern.
Jose Iglesias replaced Machado at third base, marking his debut for the Padres after signing with the team earlier this month.
Machado is listed as day-to-day, with team officials indicating a possible return for Sunday’s game.