In a crucial MLB postseason playoff matchup, Manny Machado smashed a two-run homer and Mason Miller once again impressed with his dominant pitching arsenal to lead the San Diego Padres to a 3-0 victory over the Chicago Cubs in Game 2 of the Wild Card Series.
San Diego struck early with a sacrifice fly by Jackson Merrill and sealed the score with Machado’s powerful blast in the fifth inning. Miller fanned five consecutive batters, showing both authority and composure on the mound. With this win, the Padres avoided elimination and forced a decisive Game 3.
Can San Diego carry this momentum forward and advance to the Division Series to fight for the championship?
Yes, but it will depend on their consistency on the mound and offensive support in crucial moments. If they can maintain this level of dominance, they will be a formidable opponent for anyone.