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A cubist interpretation of the Padres’ comeback victory over the Rockies, capturing the dynamic action and energy of the game.San Diego Today
Manny Machado and Ramon Laureano hit home runs to power the San Diego Padres to a 9-5 comeback victory over the Colorado Rockies on Saturday night. The Padres rallied from an early 4-0 deficit, with Machado and Laureano providing the key offensive sparks.
Why it matters
The win keeps the Padres in contention in the NL West, as they look to return to the playoffs after missing out last season. For the Rockies, the loss is another setback in their efforts to build on last year’s modest improvement and challenge the division’s top teams.
The details
Padres starter German Marquez settled down after a rocky start, going five innings and allowing four runs. Laureano’s go-ahead three-run homer in the fourth inning put San Diego in front for good. Machado also went deep with a three-run shot in the third. The Rockies got big games from outfielder Mickey Moniak, who homered twice and drove in four runs, but their pitching staff issued seven walks to help fuel the Padres’ comeback.
The game was played on Saturday, April 12, 2026.Laureano’s go-ahead homer came in the bottom of the fourth inning.Machado’s three-run blast occurred in the third inning.
The players
Manny Machado
All-Star third baseman for the San Diego Padres, known for his power hitting and defensive skills.
Ramon Laureano
Outfielder for the San Diego Padres, providing a key three-run homer to give his team the lead.
Mickey Moniak
Outfielder for the Colorado Rockies, who had a big game at the plate with two home runs and four RBIs.
German Marquez
Starting pitcher for the San Diego Padres, earning the win despite a shaky start.
Ryan Feltner
Starting pitcher for the Colorado Rockies, taking the loss after allowing six runs in four innings.
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What they’re saying
“We knew we had to battle back after falling behind early. Manny and Ramon really sparked us with those big home runs.”
— Bob Melvin, Padres Manager
“It’s tough to lose a game like that, but we’ll regroup and come back stronger tomorrow. Our offense showed some fight, we just couldn’t quite complete the comeback.”
— Bud Black, Rockies Manager
What’s next
The Padres and Rockies will conclude their three-game series on Sunday afternoon. San Diego will look to secure the series win, while Colorado aims to even things up before heading home.
The takeaway
The Padres’ ability to rally from an early deficit and get key contributions from their star players like Machado and Laureano shows the team’s offensive firepower and resilience. For the Rockies, the loss is a missed opportunity, but they can take solace in the strong performance of Moniak as they continue to build towards a playoff push.