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San Diego Padres sweep Minnesota Twins behind Tatis Jr. two-homer game
The San Diego Padres completed a three-game sweep of the Minnesota Twins with an 8-1 victory at Petco Park. Fernando Tatis Jr. led the offensive surge, recording four hits, two home runs, and four RBIs. His two home runs brought his season total to 17, with 12 of those coming since the All-Star break.
Walker Buehler delivered a strong performance on the mound, pitching six quality innings and allowing only one earned run on four hits while striking out four. The Padres' victory marks their 21st win in their last 28 games, strengthening their position in the National League wildcard race.
In separate news, Padres pitcher Casey Mize suffered a right ankle sprain after slipping on dugout stairs during a previous game. Mize expressed optimism regarding his recovery and expects to be evaluated daily.
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Fernando Tatis Jr. · Minnesota Twins · Petco Park · Randy Vasquez · San Diego · San Diego Padres · Ty France · Walker Buehler
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- [● 2 SOURCES] The San Diego Padres defeated the Minnesota Twins with a score of 6-2.
- [● 2 SOURCES] The Padres maintained their hold on the National League’s third wild card spot.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Minnesota Twins pitcher Connor Prielipp allowed six runs and eight hits over six innings.
- [● 2 SOURCES] Mason Miller struck out all three batters in the ninth inning.
- [● 2 SOURCES] Ty France hit a two-run home run in the first inning and drove in a total of three runs.
- [● 2 SOURCES] Randy Vásquez pitched seven innings, allowing two runs and two hits, improving his record to 9-6.