San Diego Padres secure win over Mets, set up rubber match

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Last updated Jun 8, 2026

San Diego Padres secure win over Mets, set up rubber match
Summary

The San Diego Padres defeated the New York Mets on June 6, 2026, evening their series and forcing a rubber match. After falling behind early, the Padres rallied with a key two-run home run from Freddy Fermin. Griffin Canning allowed one run over five innings, while the Padres' bullpen managed to hold the lead into the ninth. Today's game will feature Sean Manaea on the mound for the Mets against Randy Vásquez for the Padres.

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  • Freddy Fermin hit a two-run home run in the seventh inning.
  • Griffin Canning pitched five innings, giving up one run.
  • Sean Manaea and Randy Vásquez are set to pitch today's deciding game.
  • The series is tied 1-1 heading into the rubber match.
  • San Diego’s bullpen successfully managed the final innings.
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  • 10:10 PMYahoo SportsDespite some thump, San Diego falls short in rubber match
  • 4:10 PMYahoo SportsSan Diego shows fight, snaps losing streak, forces rubber match
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