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Jake Cronenworth powers Padres past Marlins 7-3, magic number at 2

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 20, 2026, 10:44 PM

Last updated Sep 20, 2026

Jake Cronenworth powers Padres past Marlins 7-3, magic number at 2

Summary

Jake Cronenworth hit two two-run homers and drove in five runs as the San Diego Padres topped the Miami Marlins 7-3 on Sunday. The win helps the Padres move closer to securing a postseason berth, lowering their wild-card magic number to two. Fernando Tatis Jr. added a home run, marking his 25th of the season. Walker Buehler earned the win, allowing three runs over 6 2/3 innings. The Padres have now won 13 of their last 14 games and swept the Marlins for the second time this season.

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By the Numbers

•Cronenworth hit two homers and had five RBIs.
•Tatis Jr. recorded his 25th home run.
•Buehler pitched 6 2/3 innings, allowing three runs.
•Padres sweep Marlins for the second time this season.
•Next games include Padres at Dodgers and Marlins at Cubs.

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10:44 PMYahoo Sports — Cronenworth homers twice, Padres beat Marlins 7-3 to lower wild-card magic number to 2

What they're saying

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Jake Cronenworth hit a pair of two-run homers and drove in five runs for the San Diego Padres, who beat the Miami Marlins 7-3 on Sunday to move closer to clinching their third straight postseason berth. Fernando Tatis Jr. hit his 25th homer for the Padres, who won for the 13th time in 14 games and swept the Marlins for the second time this season. San Diego reduced its magic number to two for earning a wild-card spot.
— Yahoo Sportsby BERNIE WILSON

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