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Padres Clinch Series Against Cubs, Match Franchise-Best Start

San Diego improves to 15-4 overall and 12-1 at home, overcoming injuries to key players with contributions from stars and depth alike.

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SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA – APRIL 16: Nick Pivetta #27 of the San Diego Padres pitches in the first inning during the game against the Chicago Cubs at Petco Park on April 16, 2025 in San Diego, California. (Photo by Matt Thomas/San Diego Padres/Getty Images)
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Overview

  • The Padres defeated the Cubs 4-2 in the series finale, powered by two RBIs each from Fernando Tatis Jr. and Manny Machado, and a strong six-inning performance by Nick Pivetta.
  • San Diego's win ties their best-ever 19-game start at 15-4, matching the 1998 team that reached the World Series.
  • The Cubs handed the Padres their first home loss of the season in Game 2 with a 2-1 extra-innings victory, snapping San Diego's 11-0 home start and 15-game home winning streak dating back to 2024.
  • Despite missing over a quarter of their roster due to injuries, the Padres continue to excel, with role players like Tyler Wade stepping up to complement star performances.
  • The Cubs concluded their challenging West Coast road trip with a 3-3 record, balancing a key extra-innings win in San Diego with roster adjustments, including Seiya Suzuki's injury absence and Matt Shaw's demotion to Triple-A.