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Machado’s Ninth-Inning Homer Lifts Padres Over Braves in Acuña’s Triumphant Return

San Diego snaps a six-game losing streak as Ronald Acuña Jr. shines in his first game back after ACL recovery.

ATLANTA, GEORGIA – MAY 23: Gavin Sheets #30 of the San Diego Padres jogs around the bases after hitting a home run in the second inning during the game against the Atlanta Braves at Truist Park on May 23, 2025 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Matt Thomas/San Diego Padres/Getty Images)
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May 11, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; San Diego Padres third baseman Manny Machado (13) during the fifth inning against the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Manny Machado hit a game-winning solo home run off Raisel Iglesias in the ninth inning to secure the Padres’ 2-1 victory over the Braves.
  • The win ended San Diego’s six-game losing streak, providing a much-needed boost to their early-season momentum.
  • Ronald Acuña Jr., returning from a year-long ACL injury, homered on the first pitch he saw, a 467-foot shot with a 115.5 mph exit velocity—the hardest-hit ball by a Braves player this season.
  • Gavin Sheets tied the game in the second inning with a solo home run off Braves starter Chris Sale, who pitched seven strong innings.
  • The Padres’ bullpen held firm, with Robert Suarez earning his 16th save and Jason Adam securing the win with a key out in the eighth inning.