Pinch-hit Single Propels Padres to 1-0 Win Over Braves
Yuli Gurriel’s pinch-hit RBI single in the seventh inning powered the Padres to a narrow 1-0 win over the Braves on March 30, 2025, with key contributions from Jake Cronenworth and strong relief from Wandy Peralta and Adrian Morejon.
Published on March 30, 2025
On March 30, 2025, Yuli Gurriel delivered a decisive pinch-hit RBI single in the bottom of the seventh inning to secure a hard-fought 1-0 victory for the San Diego Padres against the Atlanta Braves. The rally was sparked by Jake Cronenworth’s ground-rule double, which came after an intentional walk to Xander Bogaerts, setting the stage for Gurriel’s timely hit.
Wandy Peralta earned the win while Adrian Morejon recorded his first save of the season. Despite neither starting pitcher—Spencer Schwellenbach for the Braves and Randy Vasquez for the Padres—allowing any runs in six innings each, critical defensive plays, including an unusual double play and a near home run by Matt Olson, marked the game’s turning points. The Padres’ offense, known for its productivity, ultimately delivered when it mattered most.