Padres exploit Reds’ defensive lapses in win at Petco Park

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Last updated Jun 9, 2026

Padres exploit Reds’ defensive lapses in win at Petco Park
Summary

The San Diego Padres defeated the Cincinnati Reds 6-2 on June 8, 2026, in San Diego. The game featured a disastrous seventh inning for the Reds, who allowed the Padres to reach base on three consecutive bunts, two of which were ruled as singles. Reds' pitcher Andrew Abbott had initially held the Padres to just one earned run through six innings before the seventh inning collapse. This loss extends the Reds’ struggles, as they are now three games under.500 and continue to face challenges on both offense and defense.

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  • Padres scored six runs to defeat Reds at Petco Park.
  • Reds allowed three consecutive bunts in the seventh inning.
  • Andrew Abbott pitched well, surrendering just one earned run over six innings.
  • Reds are now three games under.500 this season.
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  • 2:29 PMYahoo SportsPadres reach on three straight bunts in humiliating defeat of Reds
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A disastrous start to the series in San Diego for the Cincinnati Reds.

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