Padres Lose Series Opener 3-2 to Giants

The Padres struggled offensively, scoring only three runs against Giants starter Trevor McDonald, who allowed a single hit, one run and struck out eight in his season debut. Jackson Merrill provided the only offensive spark with a first‑pitch solo homer in the first inning. The Padres’ lineup went 0‑for‑4 or worse in several spots, while McDonald finished 1‑0 with a 1.29 ERA. amunra.help