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Padres Dominate Rockies 8-0 Behind Pivetta's Masterful Pitching and Tatis' Return

Nick Pivetta's seven shutout innings and Fernando Tatis Jr.'s 411-foot homer powered the Padres to an 11-3 record, tied for the best start in franchise history.

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Overview

  • Nick Pivetta struck out 10 over seven scoreless innings, allowing just three hits and one walk in a stellar performance at Petco Park.
  • Fernando Tatis Jr., returning from a shoulder injury, hit a 411-foot home run, his third of the season, and contributed with a single, a stolen base, and a run scored.
  • Gavin Sheets added to the Padres' offense with a solo home run in the seventh inning, his second of the season.
  • The Padres' bullpen remained perfect, with Yuki Matsui and Alek Jakob each throwing a flawless inning to complete the shutout.
  • This win improved the Padres' record to 11-3, tying the best 14-game start in franchise history and extending their home winning streak to 12 games.