Introduction to the Game
The San Diego Padres have moved closer to their second straight playoff appearance by beating the Chicago White Sox 7-3 on Saturday night. Ryan O’Hearn hit a tiebreaking three-run double in a four-run sixth inning, securing the win for the Padres.
CHICAGO (AP) — Ryan O’Hearn hit a tiebreaking three-run double in a four-run sixth inning, and the San Diego Padres moved closer to their second straight playoff appearance by beating the Chicago White Sox 7-3 on Saturday night.
Game Highlights
Jackson Merrill homered leading off the second and scored three runs. O’Hearn had three hits and delivered the big blow in the sixth, when San Diego took advantage of three wild pitches and three walks while chasing White Sox starter Yoendrys Gómez (3-3).
Turning Point of the Game
Fernando Tatis Jr. got the go-ahead rally started with a leadoff single and scored from third when Manny Machado knocked Gómez out of the game with a tying single. Fraser Ellard then walked three of the five batters he faced and gave up the go-ahead hit when O’Hearn cleared the bases with a line-drive double to left, making it 5-2.
Final Score and Standings
Gavin Sheets had an RBI single in the eighth against his former team, and the Padres came away with the win after losing two in a row. San Diego (84-71), holding the second wild card, began the night with a magic number of four for clinching a playoff spot.
Player Performance
Yu Darvish lasted 4 2/3 innings, allowing two runs and six hits. Adrian Morejon (13-5) then worked 1 1/3 innings.
The White Sox lost for the seventh time in eight games.
Gómez gave up three runs and six hits in 5 1/3 innings. Lenyn Sosa homered in the ninth.
Key Moment
The left-handed O’Hearn went the other way on the tiebreaking double, driving a 2-2 fastball to left.
Key Stat
The White Sox (58-97) have to win five of their final seven games to avoid a third straight 100-loss season. Chicago had never dropped 100 or more in consecutive years before this stretch.
Up Next
San Diego’s RHP Michael King (4-3, 3.84 ERA) and Sean Burke (4-10, 4.29) meet in a matchup of right-handers.
Conclusion
The San Diego Padres have taken a significant step towards securing their second straight playoff appearance with a 7-3 win over the Chicago White Sox. The team’s performance, particularly Ryan O’Hearn’s tiebreaking three-run double, has been instrumental in their success. As the season draws to a close, the Padres will look to maintain their momentum and clinch a playoff spot.
FAQs
Q: What was the final score of the game between the San Diego Padres and the Chicago White Sox?
A: The San Diego Padres won 7-3.
Q: Who hit a tiebreaking three-run double in the sixth inning?
A: Ryan O’Hearn hit a tiebreaking three-run double in the sixth inning.
Q: What is the Padres’ current standing in the league?
A: The San Diego Padres are holding the second wild card with a record of 84-71.
Q: What is the White Sox’s current record?
A: The White Sox have a record of 58-97.
