The Padres, who are 53-44 and in possession of the National League’s final wild-card playoff spot, scored once against Nationals starter Michael Soroka (3-8, 5.10).

The visiting clubhouse at Nationals Park was filled with music early Sunday morning. It started with Flo Rida’s “Low” (feat. T-Pain), then moved on to Kendrick Lamar’s “hey now,” which was followed by the likes of Ice Spice and more.

Manny Machado hit the first grand slam home run of the 2025 season for the San Diego Padres in the top of the ninth inning against the Washington Nationals. The home run led the Padres to a 7-2 win in their first game back from the All-Star break.

Manny Machado hits Padres’ first grand slam in over a year; Fernando Tatis Jr. throws out runner in crucial play

Manny Machado's grand slam highlighted a five-run ninth inning and the San Diego Padres beat the Washington Nationals 7-2 on Friday night after losing a 2-0 lead.