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Manny Machado drives in Padres with grand slam against Mets and brings the team closer to the postseason
New York. – Dominican Manny Machado shined again in the big moment. With the bases loaded and the score tied in the fifth inning, the Padres de San Diego’s third baseman hit a decisive grand slam against left-handed pitcher David Peterson, leading his team to an important 7-4 victory over the New York Mets at Citi Field.
The grand slam was number 14 with bases loaded in Machado’s career, solidifying him as one of the most productive hitters in these situations within Major League Baseball. The hit was immortalized with the Dominican’s classic pose as he watched the ball disappear over the left-center field, while the visiting dugout celebrated with euphoria.
With this triumph, the Padres are 6.5 games ahead of the Arizona Diamondbacks, the first team outside the National League wildcard zone after also falling on the day. The San Diego team could secure their ticket to the postseason as early as this Saturday in Chicago against the White Sox.
To preserve the lead, manager Mike Shildt aggressively used his bullpen, turning to Adrián Morejón (4 outs), Mason Miller (5 outs) and closer Robert Suárez, who was in charge of sealing the victory.
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