Manny Machado Powers Padres Past Dodgers as 11-Game Home Winning Streak Ends
The San Diego Padres defeated the Los Angeles Dodgers 5-1 on Wednesday night at Dodger Stadium, with Manny Machado delivering a key offensive performance to end Los Angeles’ 11-game home winning streak.
Machado homered and drove in three runs as San Diego moved into sole possession of the top spot in the National League wild-card standings with the regular season approaching its conclusion.
Manny Machado Leads Padres Offense
Machado opened the scoring in the fourth inning with a 409-foot two-run home run to center field, bringing Dustin Harris home after Harris was hit by a pitch from Dodgers starter Yoshinobu Yamamoto.
The Padres added two more runs in the fifth inning. An errant throw by Yamamoto allowed Ethan Salas to score, before Machado’s sacrifice fly brought Fernando Tatis Jr. home and extended San Diego’s advantage to 4-1.
Machado finished the game with three RBIs, providing the biggest offensive contribution in San Diego’s victory.
Dodgers’ 11-Game Home Streak Comes to an End
The defeat ended an impressive 11-game home winning streak for the Dodgers. Los Angeles had been on a strong run at Dodger Stadium but struggled to convert its opportunities against San Diego.
The Dodgers collected 10 hits but left 12 runners on base and went 1-for-9 with runners in scoring position.
Tommy Edman produced Los Angeles’ only run with a sacrifice fly in the fourth inning.
Yamamoto Takes the Loss
Yoshinobu Yamamoto entered the game after a strong September but allowed four runs, two earned, over six innings. He finished with four strikeouts and was charged with his ninth loss of the season, moving to 14-9.
For San Diego, the pitching staff combined to limit the Dodgers’ offense despite allowing 10 hits.
Shohei Ohtani Returns From Injured List
The game also marked Shohei Ohtani’s return from the injured list.
Ohtani went 1-for-4 with a walk and two strikeouts. He had an important opportunity in the fourth inning when the Dodgers loaded the bases, but he struck out to end the threat.
His return added another storyline to a late-season series with significant postseason implications.
Padres Move Into NL Wild-Card Lead
The victory moved San Diego to 88-70, giving the Padres sole possession of the top National League wild-card position. They entered the game competing closely with Chicago and Philadelphia for the leading wild-card spot.
San Diego was unable to clinch a playoff berth on Wednesday because the Arizona Diamondbacks defeated Colorado 5-3. However, the Padres need only one more win or an Arizona loss to secure their third consecutive postseason appearance.
Dodgers Still Chasing a First-Round Bye
Despite the loss, the Dodgers remain in a strong position at 97-61 and have already secured the NL West title.
However, the defeat prevented Los Angeles from clinching at least the No. 2 seed and a first-round playoff bye. The Dodgers can secure that position with one more victory or an Atlanta Braves loss.
The two teams are scheduled to meet again Thursday in the series finale at Dodger Stadium, with Nick Pivetta slated to start for San Diego against Tyler Glasnow for Los Angeles.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Did the Padres beat the Dodgers?
Yes. The San Diego Padres defeated the Los Angeles Dodgers 5-1 on September 23, 2026.
2. Who led the Padres against the Dodgers?
Manny Machado led San Diego with a home run and three RBIs.
3. How long was the Dodgers’ home winning streak?
The Dodgers’ home winning streak had reached 11 games before San Diego ended it.
4. What was the final score of Padres vs Dodgers?
The Padres won 5-1.
5. How many RBIs did Manny Machado have?
Machado drove in three runs.
6. Did Shohei Ohtani play?
Yes. Ohtani returned from the injured list and went 1-for-4 with a walk and two strikeouts.
7. What happened to Yoshinobu Yamamoto?
Yamamoto took the loss after allowing four runs, two earned, over six innings.
8. What is the Padres’ record after the win?
San Diego improved to 88-70.
9. What is the Dodgers’ record?
Los Angeles fell to 97-61 following the loss.
10. When do the Padres and Dodgers play again?
The teams are scheduled to meet again Thursday, September 24, in the series finale at Dodger Stadium.
