Padres Beat Braves 4-3 as Cronenworth and Tatis Jr. Shine
Jake Cronenworth's game-winning homer and Fernando Tatis Jr.'s leadoff blast fuel San Diego's second straight victory to start the 2025 season.
- Jake Cronenworth hit a decisive solo home run in the eighth inning, securing the Padres' 4-3 win over the Braves.
- Fernando Tatis Jr. opened the game with a leadoff home run, extending his club record to 12 career leadoff homers.
- The Padres' bullpen delivered 4 2/3 scoreless innings, allowing just one hit and striking out six batters.
- Jackson Merrill recorded a three-hit game, continuing his strong start to the season after his standout 2024 campaign.
- Padres closer Robert Suarez earned his second save of the season, overcoming a comebacker hit to his leg in the ninth inning.