Padres Overcome Pirates 2-1, Tatis Scores Go-Ahead Run

The San Diego Padres secured back-to-back victories over the Pittsburgh Pirates, winning 2-1 on Saturday night with Fernando Tatis Jr. scoring the go-ahead run on a wild pitch in the ninth inning, and previously triumphing 9-4 in a rain-soaked game marked by lead changes and defensive miscues. Manny Machado hit a game-tying home run on Saturday, while Pirates starter Bailey Falter dominated for seven innings before the Padres rallied. Luis Arraez was instrumental in Friday's win, collecting three hits and three RBIs, including a crucial two-run single that broke the game open late. Gavin Sheets also contributed with a solo home run and multiple hits, further boosting the Padres' offense. The Padres' bullpen continued to excel, successfully quelling late-game threats from the Pirates. The Pirates, meanwhile, struggled to capitalize on scoring opportunities and suffered their sixth loss in seven games.