Padres 7, Marlins 3: Cronenworth's Two Homers Power San Diego to Victory
The San Diego Padres defeated the Miami Marlins 7-3 on Sunday, thanks to a dominant offensive performance led by Jake Cronenworth. Cronenworth hit two home runs and a double to help break a tie in the seventh inning and secure the win.
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The San Diego Padres defeated the Miami Marlins 7–3 on Sunday.
The Padres broke a 3-3 tie in the bottom of the seventh inning, scoring one run to take a 4-3 lead. This was followed by a two-run eighth inning, extending their lead to four runs. The Marlins had previously narrowed the Padres' lead to one run in the top of the seventh, scoring three runs to make it 4-3 before San Diego pulled away.
Jake Cronenworth led the Padres' offense, going 3-for-4 with two home runs, a double, and a strikeout. Pitcher Walker Buehler earned the win, pitching 6.2 innings, allowing three earned runs, striking out six, and walking two. For the Marlins, Javier Sanoja contributed a home run, three RBI, and one run scored, going 1-for-3. Sandy Alcantara was charged with the loss for Miami.
The Padres' victory adds to their season record. The Marlins will look to rebound in their next contest. No immediate standings impact was provided.
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