Machado leads Padres to victory over Mariners with historic homer

On Tuesday night in Seattle, Manny Machado made history by hitting a two-run homer, becoming the San Diego Padres' career home run leader with his 164th homer in the franchise's history. This significant achievement came during the sixth inning, giving the Padres a 5-2 lead against the Seattle Mariners. Machado's homer was his 26th of the season, surpassing Nate Colbert's previous record. He expressed the importance of the moment, highlighting its impact on the game and his career. Fernando Tatis Jr. also contributed to the Padres' victory with a three-run homer, marking his first home run since returning from injury. Tatis's opposite-field drive put San Diego ahead 3-2 earlier in the game. Machado later added a two-run single in the seventh inning, further solidifying the Padres' lead. The team's offensive performance was crucial in securing a 7-3 win over the Mariners. Yu Darvish, the Padres' pitcher, allowed two solo home runs but managed to navigate through challenging situations, striking out key players and achieving his 201st career victory. This milestone ties him with Hideo Nomo for second among Japanese-born pitchers in MLB history. Darvish acknowledged Nomo's legendary status, emphasizing the significance of his own achievements in comparison. The game also marked the first start of the season for new shortstop Xander Bogaerts, who quickly made an impact defensively. The Padres' victory showcased their offensive strength and highlighted key players' contributions, setting a positive tone for the remainder of the season.