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Manny Machado responds to David Ortiz's criticism of Padres' NLDS chances

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 6, 2026, 2:06 AM

Last updated Oct 6, 2026

Manny Machado responds to David Ortiz's criticism of Padres' NLDS chances

Summary

Manny Machado defended the San Diego Padres after David Ortiz suggested the team could not overcome a two-game deficit against the Milwaukee Brewers in the NL Division Series. Following a close Game 2 loss, in which the Padres led 2-0, Machado expressed confidence in his team's ability to fight back. Ortiz's remarks came after the Padres fell 4-3, leaving them in a must-win situation as they return home for Games 3 and 4. Machado pointed to the team's resilience this season as they previously turned around a poor record to secure a playoff spot.

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By the Numbers

•Padres trail 0-2 in the NL Division Series against the Brewers.
•Ortiz expressed doubt about the Padres' ability to win three straight games.
•Machado emphasized the team's readiness to fight despite adversity.
•Padres had led early in Game 2 before ultimately losing.
•Next games are at Petco Park, where the Padres are 51-30 this season.

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2:06 AMYahoo Sports — "Ready for a Fight": Manny Machado Fires Back at MLB Legend Over His Blunt Take on Padres

What they're saying

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Manny Machado is not ready to accept David Ortiz’s latest verdict on the San Diego Padres without a fight. After the Friars fell two games behind the Milwaukee Brewers in the NL Division Series on Sunday, MLB Hall of Famer David Ortiz claimed that the Padres will not be able to overcome the deficit and win three straight games in the best-of-five series.
— Yahoo Sports

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