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Tatis’ two homers and catch lift Padres over Mets

8/19/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Fernando Tatis Jr. hit a leadoff homer and a two-run shot, then robbed a grand slam for a 5-2 Padres win at Citi Field on August 18, 2026.
Robbie Ray allowed three runs on hits and walks in six innings, striking out four for his first win since the trade deadline.
The victory moved San Diego to 68-59, two games ahead of Arizona for the third NL wild-card spot.

History

Historical Context

In 1998 the Padres, under Bruce Bochy, posted a franchise-record 98–64, won the NL West and reached the World Series, driven by Kevin Brown’s 2.38 ERA and Greg Vaughn’s 50 homers. The 2026 club, led by Fernando Tatis Jr. and pitcher Robbie Ray, echoed that surge on August 18, 2026, pulling two games ahead of Arizona and reviving hopes of a postseason push.

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Story summary

Fernando Tatis Jr. hit a leadoff homer and a two-run shot, then robbed a grand slam for a 5-2 Padres win at Citi Field on August 18, 2026.
Robbie Ray allowed three runs on hits and walks in six innings, striking out four for his first win since the trade deadline.
The victory moved San Diego to 68-59, two games ahead of Arizona for the third NL wild-card spot.

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