Merrill, Tatis power Padres to big win with early and late offense (opens original article in a new tab)

The Padres secured a 6-1 victory over the Cardinals, with strong pitching and timely hits from players like Tatis and Merrill.

• Padres defeated Cardinals 6-1 in a game at Busch Stadium.
• Manny Machado and Xander Bogaerts contributed to the Padres' early lead.
• Fernando Tatis Jr. and Jackson Merrill hit key hits in the ninth inning.