Merrill hits a two-run homer in the 7th inning to give the Padres a 7-5 win over the Nationals

San Diego Padres’ Gavin Sheets runs to score on a single hit by Manny Machado off Washington Nationals pitcher Andrew Alvarez during the third inning of a baseball game, Friday, May 29, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)

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