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Padres Offense Stumbles in 3-2 Loss to Giants

The San Diego Padres dropped a 3-2 series opener to the San Francisco Giants, managing only three hits as rookie right‑hander Trevor McDonald allowed one run in his debut.

The Padres were held to three hits in a 3‑2 loss at Oracle Park. Jackson Merrill delivered the lone offensive spark with a first‑pitch solo homer and a single, while Trevor McDonald posted a 1‑29 ERA and eight strikeouts in his season debut. Key hitters like Fernando Tatis Jr., Manny Machado and Gavin Sheets went 0‑for‑4. The loss highlights the team's ongoing offensive struggles against young pitchers. sportbet.reviews