Laureano's 9th Inning Single Lifts Padres Over Red Sox

San Diego outfielder delivers game-winning hit in close contest

Apr. 5, 2026 at 5:10am

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Ramon Laureano's two-out RBI single in the top of the ninth inning propelled the visiting San Diego Padres to a 3-2 win over the Boston Red Sox in the second game of their three-game series on Saturday. The Padres found late-inning magic against Boston closer Aroldis Chapman, with Fernando Tatis Jr. ripping a double to set up Laureano's heroic hit. Miguel Andujar also had a big day for San Diego, going 3-for-5 with a double and a run scored.

Why it matters

The win keeps the Padres in the hunt for a playoff spot in the competitive National League West, while the Red Sox missed an opportunity to gain ground in the American League East. The back-and-forth nature of the game highlighted the talent and competitiveness of both teams.

The details

The Padres took an early 1-0 lead in the second inning on Bryce Johnson's RBI groundout, but the Red Sox responded with a run in the bottom half to tie it. San Diego regained the lead in the third on a pair of doubles, but Boston tied it again in the eighth on a fielder's choice. That set the stage for Laureano's heroics in the ninth, as his single scored the go-ahead run for the Padres.

  • The game was played on Saturday, April 5, 2026.
  • Laureano's game-winning hit came in the top of the ninth inning.

The players

Ramon Laureano

San Diego Padres outfielder who delivered the game-winning hit in the ninth inning.

Fernando Tatis Jr.

San Diego Padres star who hit a double to set up Laureano's heroics.

Miguel Andujar

San Diego Padres infielder who went 3-for-5 with a double and a run scored.

Ceddanne Rafaela

Boston Red Sox outfielder who had two hits in the game.

Roman Anthony

Boston Red Sox outfielder who had two hits, including a triple.

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What they’re saying

“That was a huge hit by Ramon in the ninth. He's been clutch for us all season and came through again when we needed it most.”

— Jayce Tingler, San Diego Padres Manager

What’s next

The Padres and Red Sox will conclude their three-game series on Sunday afternoon in Boston.

The takeaway

This back-and-forth battle between two playoff contenders showcased the talent and competitiveness of both teams. The Padres' late-inning heroics kept them in the hunt in the NL West, while the Red Sox missed an opportunity to gain ground in the AL East.