Padres Fall 3-2 to Giants in Series Opener

Padres center fielder Jackson Merrill provided the only offense with a solo home run in the first inning, but the team could not generate runs against Giants rookie Trevor McDonald, who allowed one run on two hits and struck out eight in 81 pitches.

Right‑hander Randy Vásquez gave up two runs in a solid outing, while key hitters like Fernando Tatis Jr., Manny Machado and Gavin Sheets went 0‑for‑4. The loss leaves San Diego looking to regroup after a 2‑4 run in last week’s homestand. hilogame.news