San Diego Padres Defeat Milwaukee Brewers 4-3 in NLDS Game 3 to Avoid Elimination
In MLB NLDS Game 3 played at Petco Park in San Diego, the San Diego Padres defeated the Milwaukee Brewers 4-3 to avoid elimination. Key plays included Jake Cronenworth's tiebreaking home run and Michael King's two-inning relief performance. The Padres…
Rochester, NY, October 7, 2026 — The San Diego Padres secured a 4-3 victory against the Milwaukee Brewers in Game 3 of their National League Division Series (NLDS) matchup at Petco Park. This crucial win prevents the Padres from being eliminated from the best-of-five series.
The series now stands with the Brewers leading two games to one. The Padres, facing elimination, relied on key offensive and pitching contributions to secure the win on their home turf.
A pivotal moment in the game came from Jake Cronenworth, who hit a tiebreaking home run. This blast provided the Padres with the lead that they ultimately held onto.
On the pitching side, Michael King delivered a significant performance out of the bullpen. King pitched for two innings, providing key relief for the Padres and helping to shut down the Brewers’ offense during his appearance.
Despite the victory in Game 3, the San Diego Padres must win subsequent games to advance in the postseason, as they currently trail the series 2-1.
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