Padres Rally Past Rockies with Laureano and Machado Homers

San Diego overcomes early deficit to win fourth straight game

Apr. 12, 2026 at 6:04am

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A cubist-style painting depicting a baseball game in fragmented geometric shapes and planes of navy, green, and orange, conveying the dynamic energy and shifting momentum of the Padres' comeback victory.The Padres' comeback win over the Rockies was a testament to the team's offensive firepower and resilience.San Diego Today

The San Diego Padres came from behind to defeat the Colorado Rockies 9-5, powered by home runs from Ramón Laureano and Manny Machado. Laureano hit a go-ahead, three-run homer in the fourth inning, while Machado added a two-run shot as the Padres rallied from an early 4-0 deficit.

Why it matters

The Padres' comeback win extends their winning streak to four games, keeping them in contention in the competitive National League West division race. Laureano and Machado's big offensive performances were crucial in overcoming the early deficit against their division rivals.

The details

After the Rockies jumped out to a 4-0 lead, the Padres offense came alive in the fourth inning. Laureano's three-run homer gave San Diego the lead, and Machado's two-run shot later in the frame provided some insurance runs. The Padres' pitching staff, led by starter Germán Márquez, was able to hold on for the victory.

  • The game was played on April 12, 2026.

The players

Ramón Laureano

An outfielder for the San Diego Padres who hit a go-ahead, three-run homer in the fourth inning to power the Padres' comeback.

Manny Machado

A star infielder for the San Diego Padres who hit a two-run homer in the fourth inning to extend the Padres' lead.

Germán Márquez

The starting pitcher for the San Diego Padres who helped the team hold on for the victory after they rallied from an early deficit.

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What they’re saying

“We knew we had to keep battling and not let that early deficit get us down. Ramón and Manny came up big with those homers to get us back in the game.”

— Bob Melvin, Padres Manager

What’s next

The Padres will look to extend their winning streak to five games when they face the Rockies again on April 13.

The takeaway

The Padres' comeback victory, fueled by the power bats of Laureano and Machado, showcases the team's resilience and ability to overcome early deficits as they continue to fight for position in the NL West.