Cincinnati Reds defeat San Diego Padres 7-3 to take home series
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Last updated Sep 2, 2026

The Cincinnati Reds beat the San Diego Padres 7-3 on Wednesday at Great American Ball Park to clinch the series. Trailing 3-0 in the second inning, the Reds scored seven unanswered runs to secure the victory. Juan Brito hit his first career MLB home run, a three-run shot, before Héctor Rodríguez added a solo home run to put Cincinnati in the lead. Brandon Williamson earned the win in his first start since April 29, working into the sixth inning after overcoming a two-run home run by Ty France. The bullpen, featuring Tejay Antone, Tony Santillan, and Emilio Pagán, held the Padres scoreless for the final three innings. The Reds continue their homestand with a series against the Milwaukee Brewers.
- •Juan Brito recorded his first career MLB home run.
- •Brandon Williamson allowed three runs in his return to the Reds rotation.
- •The Reds tallied seven unanswered runs after falling into an early 3-0 deficit.
- •The team now prepares for a stretch of 13 games against the Brewers and Dodgers.
- 7:46 PMYahoo Sports — Cincinnati Reds rally from early deficit for series win over Padres
"The Reds have started their late-season schedule gauntlet with back-to-back series wins after beating the Padres on consecutive days.
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