Padres Sweep Braves, Start Season 4-0

The San Diego Padres completed a four-game sweep against the Atlanta Braves, winning 5-0 on Sunday night. New Padres pitcher Nick Pivetta shone in his debut, allowing only one hit in seven innings, while Fernando Tatis Jr. led the offensive charge with multiple hits and runs. Jake Cronenworth was pivotal in earlier games, hitting a game-winning homer in a 4-3 victory over the Braves. Despite past struggles against left-handed pitchers, Cronenworth's recent performances, including a unique ground-rule double, have been crucial to the Padres' early success. The Padres are now 4-0 for the first time since 1984, showcasing a strong start to their season. The Braves, meanwhile, managed only seven runs throughout the series, highlighting their offensive struggles.