Fernando Tatis and Manny Machado homer for Padres in wild card series opener
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Last updated Sep 30, 2026
The San Diego Padres opened the NL Wild Card Series against the Chicago Cubs at Petco Park, showcasing early power. Fernando Tatis Jr. hit a leadoff home run in the first inning, driving the ball 405 feet to give the Padres a 1-0 lead. Shortly after, Manny Machado followed with a 391-foot solo shot, extending the lead to 2-0. The Cubs struggled early, as pitcher Matthew Boyd faced difficulties against the potent Padres lineup in Game 1.
- •Fernando Tatis Jr. hit a leadoff home run in the first inning.
- •Manny Machado added another home run shortly after Tatis.
- •The Padres led 2-0 after the first inning.
- •The matchup is part of the NL Wild Card Series.
- •Cubs' pitcher Matthew Boyd struggled in the opening inning.
- 2:37 AMYahoo Sports — Watch Padres' Fernando Tatis and Manny Machado ignite Petco Park with homers
"Watch Fernando Tatis Jr. and Manny Machado hit home runs against the Chicago Cubs in the NL Wild Card Series.
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