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Padres Secure Second Straight Win with Cronenworth’s Late Heroics

Jake Cronenworth's eighth-inning home run and a stellar bullpen performance lifted San Diego to a 4-3 victory over Atlanta.

  • Jake Cronenworth hit a decisive solo home run in the eighth inning, marking his first homer of the season and securing the Padres' 4-3 win over the Braves.
  • Fernando Tatis Jr. launched a leadoff home run on the game's first pitch, extending his club record with his 12th career leadoff homer.
  • The Padres' bullpen delivered 4 2/3 scoreless innings, allowing just one hit and striking out six batters to preserve the victory.
  • Marcell Ozuna and Jarred Kelenic provided game-tying moments for Atlanta with a two-run single and a solo homer, respectively, but the Braves couldn't capitalize further.
  • Jackson Merrill led San Diego's offense with a 3-for-4 performance, contributing to the team's 10-hit effort at Petco Park.
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