Baserunning errors hurt Padres in series finale against Nationals
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 6:40 PM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
The San Diego Padres fell short in their series finale against the Washington Nationals on May 31, losing an opportunity to score due to critical baserunning mistakes. After a strong seventh inning where Ty France hit an RBI-double, the Padres struggled to capitalize on scoring chances. Pinch-hitter Miguel Andujar struck out while running to second base, sliding past the bag to end the inning. The Padres now prepare to face the Philadelphia Phillies, aiming to bounce back after being swept in their previous matchup.
- •Padres lost to Nationals on May 31 due to baserunning errors.
- •Ty France delivered an RBI-double but scoring chances were missed.
- •Padres face Philadelphia Phillies today hoping to recover.
- •Pitchers Aaron Nola and Randy Vásquez are set to start the next game.
- •Fernando Tatis Jr. has shown recent offensive improvement for the Padres.
- 6:40 PMYahoo Sports — Baserunning mistakes prove costly in rubber match
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