Padres Rally Past Brewers 3-2

Jackson Merrill delivered a go-ahead two-run homer in the seventh inning as the San Diego Padres rallied to a 3-2 win over the Milwaukee Brewers, with Mason Miller recording his 30th save. The homer, Merrill’s 19th of the season and ninth since the All-Star break, capped a late burst that has helped San Diego surge, winning 13 of 17 and staying within a game of a National League playoff spot. Casey Mize pitched well in his Petco Park debut, yielding two runs over six innings, while Ty France provided the other Padres offense with a first-inning home run. Padres manager Craig Stammen has settled on a consistent lineup, with Merrill thriving in the five-hole as the team aims for stability and continued production from top hitters like Tatis Jr. and France, contributing to the club’s strong offensive stretch since the break. San Diego also benefited from Freddie Fermin’s defensive play and a key baserunning out at second, sealing the win as Milwaukee’s bid to swing the momentum fell short.