Padres Pitchers Combine for 2-0 Shutout Over Brewers

The San Diego Padres defeated the Milwaukee Brewers 2-0 in the opener of their three-game series, highlighted by Manny Machado's eighth-inning solo home run, his ninth of the season and 351st career homer. Luis Arraez also contributed an RBI single in the third inning to give the Padres an early lead. Five Padres pitchers, including starter Randy Vásquez and relievers Wandy Peralta, Jeremiah Estrada, Adrian Morejon, and Robert Suarez, combined for a four-hit shutout, with Suarez earning his MLB-leading 20th save of the season. The Brewers struggled offensively, leaving 10 runners on base and going 1-for-9 with runners in scoring position, as Milwaukee starter Chad Patrick allowed one run over six innings. Despite some command issues with Vásquez, San Diego's pitching staff stifled the Brewers, securing their 11th shutout victory of the season and improving their road record to 16-16. The series continues with Stephen Kolek starting for the Padres and José Quintana for the Brewers.