Padres Lose Series Opener, Offense Stifled by Giants

The Padres were held to three hits in a 3-2 loss to the Giants, with rookie right-hander Trevor McDonald giving up just one run and eight strikeouts in his debut. Jackson Merrill provided the only offensive spark with a first‑pitch solo home run, but the rest of the lineup failed to contribute. Padres manager Craig Stammen noted the team’s struggle to figure out the young pitcher, while veteran hitters like Fernando Tatis Jr. and Manny Machado went 0‑for‑4. blablasex.es