Manny Machado launched a 108‑mph two‑run shot in the fourth inning, yet the San Diego Padres still lost 4‑3 to the Philadelphia Phillies on Tuesday night. The blast gave San Diego a fleeting 4‑3 lead, but an early four‑run surge by the Phillies proved decisive.
Machado, a six‑time All‑Star, entered the game with 180 career homers, placing him fifth on the Padres’ all‑time list. The numbers reveal his slugging percentage sits at .560 this season, well above the NL average of .438. Despite his power, the Padres have recorded a team batting average of .254 and have struggled to string together multi‑run innings.
How the Padres’ offense performed on May 27
San Diego managed eight hits, but only three resulted in runs after the Phillies exploded for four in the first inning. The Padres’ on‑base percentage was .312, a metric that has lagged their slugging numbers all year. Machado’s homer was his third of May, lifting his seasonal total to 22. A check‑swing grounder in the eighth ended any chance of a tie.
Philadelphia Phillies: Early dominance and bullpen work
Philadelphia’s starters delivered 7.2 innings of work, allowing just one run after the initial outburst. Their team ERA sits at 3.45, the best in the NL West, and the bullpen kept the Padres from mounting a comeback. A solo blast from Ramón Laureano in the fourth added a run for San Diego, but the Phillies responded with a leadoff double in the seventh to seal the win.
Key developments from the matchup
- Machado’s two‑run homer traveled at 108 mph, ranking among the hardest‑hit dingers this season.
- The Phillies’ four‑run first inning came on three runs in the opening frame, setting the tone.
- Left‑hander Ryan Hernandez earned his first save of the year despite the loss.
What’s next for San Diego?
The Padres remain a game behind the NL West leader, and the front office brass will likely tinker with the lineup to improve consistency. If the club can generate at least two runs per inning, the remaining schedule offers a clear path to a wild‑card berth. The numbers suggest that a modest boost in on‑base production could lift the team’s win total by three or four games.
For a deeper look at the game’s play‑by‑play, see ESPN. Season‑long statistics are available at Baseball‑Reference.
How many total bases did Manny Machado record in the game?
Machado collected four total bases on his two‑run homer and a double later in the fifth inning, giving him a total of six bases for the night.
What was the Phillies’ pitching performance after the first inning?
Philadelphia’s relievers combined for three shutout innings, limiting San Diego to one run while striking out six batters.
How does this loss affect the Padres’ standing in the NL West?
The defeat keeps San Diego a game back of the division leader, with a 48‑38 record, and drops them to third place in the wild‑card race.