Padres dominate Cubs 8-0 in Game 1 of Wildcard series
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Last updated Sep 30, 2026
The San Diego Padres took a commanding 1-0 lead in the Wildcard round against the Chicago Cubs with an 8-0 victory on September 29, 2026, at Petco Park. The offense was highlighted by home runs from Fernando Tatis Jr. and Manny Machado, who provided an early 2-0 lead in the first inning. Starting pitcher Michael King delivered a strong outing, allowing only one hit while striking out eight batters. The Padres' offense kept pressure on the Cubs, adding to their lead throughout the game. The teams will meet again for Game 2 on September 30, with San Diego looking to advance further in the playoffs.
- •Padres take 1-0 lead in Wildcard series against Cubs.
- •Fernando Tatis Jr. hits a first-inning home run.
- •Manny Machado adds another homer, extending lead to 2-0.
- •Michael King pitches seven innings, allowing one hit.
- •Next game is set for September 30, 2026.
- 6:55 AMYahoo Sports — Machado, Tatis power offense, King dominates as Musgrove returns in Padres’ Game 1 win
"The Sporting Tribune's Fernando Ramirez writes about a near perfect start of the San Diego Padres playoff beginning.
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