San Diego Padres defeat Atlanta Braves in two-game stretch, highlighted by walk‑off win

On June 22, 2026, the San Diego Padres beat the Atlanta Braves 1‑0 at Petco Park. Manny Machado hit a solo home run in the fourth inning, and pitcher Michael King threw seven scoreless innings for the win.

Two days later, the Padres secured a 7‑6 walk‑off victory. Machado delivered an RBI single in the 10th inning after the Padres rallied from a 4‑0 deficit, with Fernando Tatis Jr. adding a solo homer in the seventh. Mason Miller closed the game for San Diego. The series featured changes to the Padres’ rotation, including Lucas Giolito’s elbow injury and the promotion of JP Sears, while the Braves announced the return of reliever Tyler Kinley from the injured list.

The games moved the Padres to a stronger standing in the NL West and highlighted Manny Machado’s decisive contributions in both contests.