The San Diego Padres defeated the Colorado Rockies 9-6 at PETCO Park on September 14, 2025. The Padres now hold a record of 81-68, placing them second in the NL West. Yu Darvish took the win for the Padres, bringing his season record to 3-5. Fernando Tatis Jr. played a significant role for the Padres, scoring three runs and getting three hits. Jackson Merrill also contributed with a home run and three RBIs. Mickey Moniak stood out for the Rockies, hitting a home run and driving in five runs. The Padres started strong with three runs in the first inning. They added three more in the second, taking a 6-0 lead. In the third, they scored one more run, making it 7-0. The Rockies got on the board in the fourth with one run. The Padres held a 7-1 advantage after four innings. The Rockies fought back in the sixth with three runs, narrowing the gap to 7-4. They added two more in the seventh, making it 7-6. The Padres secured their lead with two runs in the eighth, ending the game at 9-6. The Padres’ early lead and late scoring sealed the win.

Yu Darvish pitched well for the Padres, earning the win. He went 5 innings, allowing 4 hits and 3 runs while striking out 5. His performance helped the Padres maintain their lead early in the game. Germán Márquez took the loss for the Rockies, giving up 9 hits and 7 runs in just over 2 innings.

At the plate, Mickey Moniak was the standout for the Rockies. He had 4 hits in 4 at-bats, including a home run, and drove in 5 of the team’s 6 runs. For the Padres, Jackson Merrill hit a home run and collected 3 RBIs, contributing significantly to their offensive output.

Fernando Tatis Jr. also had a solid game for the Padres. He went 3-for-4 and scored 3 runs, helping to set the table for the hitters behind him. The Padres’ offense was well-rounded, with contributions from multiple players, ensuring their victory over the Rockies.

What’s Next

The Padres improved their record to 81-68 with their win. They currently hold 2nd place in the West division. This victory keeps them in a strong position as they aim for a postseason spot. The Rockies’ loss drops them to 41-108. They remain in 5th place in the West. This result continues a challenging season for the Rockies as they struggle to climb the standings.

The Colorado Rockies will start a new series against the Miami Marlins. The first game is on Tuesday, September 16, 2025, at 8:40 PM. They will play at Coors Field, which is their home field. The series will continue on Wednesday and Thursday.

The San Diego Padres will also begin a new series on Tuesday. They will face the New York Mets at Citi Field at 7:10 PM. The Padres will play three games in New York before moving on to play the Chicago White Sox. The series against the White Sox will start on Friday, September 19, 2025.

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