Padres Split Series with Giants in Tight 3-2 Loss

The San Diego Padres split their recent series with the San Francisco Giants, dropping a close 3-2 game where Giants starter Robbie Ray struck out nine and limited the Padres to four hits. Despite Manny Machado's two-run homer and a strong ninth-inning opportunity, the Padres couldn't overcome the Giants' late rally, resulting in a 2-2 series tie. The Padres hold a strong 4-0 lead in the season series against the Giants and boast a 10-1 record in games with two or more home runs, with Machado hitting .315 on the season. Meanwhile, the Padres' minor league affiliates also had mixed results, with the El Paso Chihuahuas losing in extra innings and the San Antonio Missions falling 1-0 despite strong pitching performances. The Padres are set to continue their season with a series against the Brewers in Milwaukee. Overall, the Padres remain competitive in the NL West, currently holding a 35-24 record and second place in their division.