Padres clinch top wild-card spot with 10-7 victory over Diamondbacks
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 27, 2026, 11:30 AM
Last updated Sep 27, 2026
The San Diego Padres secured the top wild-card position with a 10-7 win against the Arizona Diamondbacks on September 27, 2026. The game was tightly contested, featuring multiple lead changes before the Padres broke away in the middle innings, including a pivotal three-run homer from Manny Machado. Despite a late rally from the Diamondbacks, the Padres held on to clinch home-field advantage for the playoffs. Looking ahead, the Padres will prepare for a playoff series against the Chicago Cubs, while the Diamondbacks aim for a spot as the third wild-card team in their season finale.
- •Padres improve to clinch top wild-card spot in the National League.
- •Manny Machado hits a crucial three-run homer in the fourth inning.
- •Diamondbacks attempt a comeback with late scoring but fall short.
- •Padres will face the Chicago Cubs in the playoffs.
- •Arizona seeks a victory in their next game to secure a wild-card spot.
- 11:30 AMYahoo Sports — Padres Clinch Top Wild Card Spot With 10-7 Win Over Arizona
"The San Diego Padres continued their late surge, and it finally landed them in the top wild-card spot.
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