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Padres blown save leads to loss against Royals in 10 innings

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Last updated Jul 18, 2026

Padres blown save leads to loss against Royals in 10 innings

Summary

The San Diego Padres suffered a 7-6 loss to the Kansas City Royals in 10 innings at Kauffman Stadium on July 17, 2026. The Padres scored three runs in the top of the 10th but allowed four runs in the bottom half, resulting in the defeat. Key moments included Ty France’s game-tying home run and Mason Miller's strikeouts to escape a bases-loaded situation in the ninth. The Padres' bullpen could not hold the lead in extra innings, raising questions about the team's stability as they seek to rebound in the series finale today.

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By the Numbers

•Mason Miller struck out three in the ninth inning to force extras.
•Ty France hit a game-tying home run in the ninth.
•Kyle Hart allowed four runs in the bottom of the 10th inning.
•The Padres scored six runs overall, with Tatis Jr. and Andujar each getting three hits.
•Freddy Fermin was activated off the IL prior to the game.

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