On September 9, 2025, the Cincinnati Reds played against the San Diego Padres at PETCO Park. The Reds won the game 4-2. Connor Phillips secured the win, improving his record to 2-0 with a 3.71 ERA.
Tyler Stephenson played a key role for the Reds with a home run, driving in two runs. Will Benson and Stewart each added a home run, contributing to the team’s victory. The Reds now hold a 73-72 record, while the Padres stand at 79-66.
The Reds started strong with a run in the first inning and added another in the second. The Padres remained scoreless until the fifth inning. In the fifth, they managed to score two runs, tying the game at 2-2. In the ninth inning, the Reds pulled ahead with two more runs. Stephenson and Benson both hit home runs, securing the Reds’ lead. The Padres could not respond in the bottom of the ninth, ending the game 4-2 in favor of the Reds.
| Connor Phillips was the winning pitcher for the Reds. He pitched 1 inning, allowing no hits and striking out 2 batters. This performance helped secure his second win of the season, improving his record to 2-0. His ERA now stands at 3.71. |
| Tyler Stephenson had a key role in the Reds’ victory. He hit a home run and drove in 2 runs. His efforts contributed significantly to the Reds’ 4-2 win over the Padres. |
| On the Padres’ side, Robert Suarez took the loss. He pitched 1 inning, giving up 2 runs on 1 hit, including a home run. This resulted in his record dropping to 4-6, with an ERA of 3.16. |
What’s Next
The Reds, with a record of 73-72, are in 3rd place in the Central division. This win keeps them in the hunt for a better position as they aim to climb the standings. The team continues to push for a stronger finish to the season. The Padres, now at 79-66, are 2nd in the West division. This loss makes their path to the top spot more challenging. Both teams have been competitive in their head-to-head games, making each encounter significant for their standings.
The Cincinnati Reds will continue their series against the San Diego Padres on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, at PETCO Park. This game will start at 8:40 PM. After facing the Padres, the Reds will head to Sutter Health Park for a series against the Athletics starting on Friday, September 12, 2025.
The San Diego Padres will also play the Reds next on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, at home in PETCO Park. After concluding their series with the Reds, the Padres will welcome the Colorado Rockies to PETCO Park. This series with the Rockies begins on Thursday, September 11, 2025, with a game set to start at 9:40 PM.
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Last updated:September 10, 2025 Padres, Reds