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Cronenworth's Blast Restores Padres' Lead
7 Oct
Summary
- Jake Cronenworth hit a go-ahead home run in Game 3.
- The Padres regained a 3-2 lead in the fifth inning.
- This homer marked Cronenworth's first significant hit of the series.
Jake Cronenworth provided a pivotal moment for the San Diego Padres in Game 3 of the NLDS against the Milwaukee Brewers. After the Brewers tied the game in the fifth inning, Cronenworth launched a curveball over the right-field bleachers for a go-ahead home run. This blast gave the Padres a 3-2 lead and ignited the home crowd at Petco Park.
The home run was a significant turnaround for Cronenworth, who had struggled in the first two games of the series. He entered Game 3 hitless in seven at-bats and had not made a substantial impact. His regular season performance was also modest, with only seven home runs and 41 RBIs.
The Padres are looking to avoid elimination after dropping the first two games, including a walk-off loss in Game 2. They aim to secure the win and prevent the Brewers from exploiting any late-game openings.
