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Tatis’ Three-Run Homer and Cease’s Dominance Propel Padres to 5-1 Win

Their late rally levels the series before Sunday’s rubber match

Jun 22, 2025; San Diego, California, USA; San Diego Padres second baseman Jose Iglesias (7) has ice poured over him by Jackson Merrill (3), left, and Tyler Wade (14) after hitting a walk-off fielder’s choice during the ninth inning against the Kansas City Royals at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: Denis Poroy-Imagn Images
SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA – JUNE 22: Jose Iglesias #7 of the San Diego Padres throws to first base after forcing out Bobby Witt Jr. #7 of the Kansas City Royals at second base to complete a double play during the eighth inning at Petco Park on June 22, 2025 in San Diego, California. (Photo by Orlando Ramirez/Getty Images)
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Overview

  • Fernando Tatis Jr. broke a 2-1 tie in the seventh inning with his 14th homer of the season, driving in Jose Iglesias and Bryce Johnson.
  • Dylan Cease worked six and two-thirds innings, allowing one run on three hits while striking out four and walking three.
  • San Diego’s relievers combined for 2 1/3 scoreless innings after Cease exited, offering much-needed bullpen respite.
  • San Diego designated veteran outfielder Jason Heyward for assignment, activated right-hander Bryan Hoeing from the 60-day injured list and optioned Sean Reynolds to Triple-A El Paso.
  • The Padres will seek their first series victory in two weeks when they host Kansas City for the rubber match at Petco Park on Sunday.