San Diego Padres defeat Yankees 4-3 after historic first-inning home runs

The San Diego Padres defeated the New York Yankees 4-3, highlighted by a rare feat in the first inning. Fernando Tatis Jr., Jake Cronenworth, and Manny Machado hit consecutive home runs against Yankees pitcher Gerrit Cole, marking the first time the Padres have hit three consecutive home runs to start a game since 1987.

Padres starter Michael King pitched six scoreless innings against his former team, earning his second double-digit win season. Luis Campusano added a solo home run in the seventh, while Mason Miller secured his 33rd save of the season by closing out the ninth inning.

The Yankees attempted a comeback in the eighth inning, scoring three runs following a double by rookie Spencer Jones, but were unable to overcome the early deficit.