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Rengifo's Grand Slam Powers Padres Past Brewers
12 Aug
Summary
- Luis Rengifo hit his career-first grand slam, a remarkable feat.
- Fernando Tatis Jr. surpassed Nate Colbert for second in career home runs.
- The Padres secured their fourth consecutive win, tying for a wild card spot.
Luis Rengifo blasted the first grand slam of his career, contributing significantly to the San Diego Padres' commanding 11-2 triumph over the visiting Milwaukee Brewers on Tuesday. This victory marked the Padres' fourth consecutive win, propelling them into a tie for the National League's final wild-card berths.
Fernando Tatis Jr. achieved a personal milestone, surpassing Nate Colbert to claim second place on San Diego's career home run list with his 12th homer of the year. Luis Campusano also contributed a home run for the Padres, who amassed 17 hits, with every starter contributing before the sixth inning concluded.
Starting pitcher Walker Buehler delivered a strong performance, completing six innings and allowing only one run. The Padres established an early lead, highlighted by a five-run second inning and Tatis's record-breaking homer. Additional runs in subsequent innings, driven by timely hitting, secured the decisive victory.
