Padres struggle offensively in 2-1 loss to Mets in series opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 2:02 AM
Last updated Aug 18, 2026
The San Diego Padres fell 2-1 to the New York Mets in their series opener on August 18. The Mets took an early lead with runs driven in by Bo Bichette and Luis Robert Jr. in the first inning. The Padres managed a single run in the second inning from a sacrifice fly by Fernando Tatis Jr., but could not capitalize on several opportunities, including being thrown out twice at home plate. Both teams' bullpens held strong afterward, and the game concluded without further scoring. This loss marks a setback for the Padres in the wild-card race, trailing the Philadelphia Phillies by one game.
- •Padres acquired only seven singles in the game.
- •Mets scored two runs in the first inning.
- •Fernando Tatis Jr. drove in a run for the Padres.
- •Carson Benge recorded two crucial defensive outs at home plate.
- •Padres fell behind Philadelphia Phillies for wild-card contention.
- 2:02 AMYahoo Sports — Padres Offense Stalls As They Drop 2-1 Series Opener To Mets
"The San Diego Padres couldn't score or run the bases well as they lost a tough 2-1 game to the New York Mets.
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