Iglesias, Merrill Key Padres Walk-Off Win

Jose Iglesias led the San Diego Padres to a 3-2 walk-off win over the Kansas City Royals, helping secure their first series victory since early June. Iglesias came off the bench as a pinch-hitter in the seventh inning, tying the game with a two-out, two-strike, two-run single. In the ninth, his relay throw from second base prevented the Royals from taking the lead, and he later hit a grounder to shortstop that allowed Luis Arraez to score the winning run. Padres starter Randy Vásquez pitched a career-high seven innings, while Royals starter Seth Lugo retired 18 consecutive batters. Manager Mike Shildt's substitutions and Iglesias' situational play were credited for the win. The game also saw Jackson Merrill return from the injured list, adding depth to the Padres' lineup.