Padres Rally to Defeat Braves 7-4 on Opening Day

Gavin Sheets' pinch-hit home run sparked a four-run rally in the seventh inning, leading the San Diego Padres to a 7-4 victory over the Atlanta Braves on Opening Day. The Padres managed to overcome a slow start, with Sheets tying the game after the team had only one baserunner in three innings. Fernando Tatis Jr. and Manny Machado contributed significantly, with Tatis recording three hits and Machado driving in runs, while Jackson Merrill had four RBIs in total. Ozzie Albies shone for the Braves, hitting a two-run homer, but it wasn't enough to secure the win. The game was played in front of a record crowd at Petco Park, marking a thrilling start to the MLB season. Both teams are looking to build on their performances as they navigate through the season's early challenges.