Tough Loss for the Padres
Well, Padres fans, it was a nail-biter against the Orioles, but we came up just short with a final score of 4-3. Despite our guys putting in a solid effort, we just couldn't seal the deal in the end. Let’s break it down:Game Highlights
We started off slow but quickly caught up in the 2nd inning with Bryce Johnson and Jake Cronenworth contributing with scoring runs that tied the game at 2-2. Our team showed determination, with Luis Arraez consistently making solid contact at the plate, going 4-for-5 today!
Ramon Laureano also drove in Freddy Fermin in the 5th inning to tie the game once more at 3-3. Even with our rally efforts, the Orioles' pitching and defense held us at bay in critical moments, keeping us from capitalizing on our opportunities.Missed Opportunities
The bottom of the 9th had us hopeful
. Johnson managed a single, giving us a glimmer of hope. Enter Will Wagner as a pinch hitter, he made contact but unfortunately grounded into a fielder’s choice. This was followed by a gutsy run attempt by Jackson Merrill as a pinch runner, but Luis Arraez struck out, leaving us just short yet again.Pitching Challenges
Our pitchers faced a high-pressure game today. Dylan Cease, Adrian Morejon, and David Adam all worked hard on the mound, but the Orioles were able to edge out crucial runs with a powerful homer in the 5th by Jeremiah Jackson and a decisive 7th inning RBI by Dylan Beavers. Magical Trevor](b) did a remarkable job in the 9th to keep us within striking distance, sending their hitters back to the dugout swiftly.Looking Forward
It’s always tough to drop close games, but the resilience and talent of our Padres is undeniable. Our guys will come back stronger! We look forward to seeing our infield combo of Arraez and Manny Machado putting up some magic next match! Let's stay optimistic, Friar faithfuls, better days are ahead.
Scoreboard for Orioles @ Padres (September 1st, 2025)
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 7 | 0 |
| 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 11 | 1 |