Padres Aim to Reverse Fortunes Against Mariners

San Diego looks to build on recent hot streak in series against Seattle

Apr. 15, 2026 at 3:22pm

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The San Diego Padres have struggled against the Seattle Mariners in recent years, posting a 4-14 record in their previous 18 meetings. However, after a 4-1 victory in the series opener, the Padres are hoping to turn the tide and continue their recent hot streak, which has seen them win 9 of their last 10 games.

Why it matters

The Padres' inability to beat the Mariners has been a source of frustration, and overcoming this challenge could be a significant step in their quest to establish themselves as a top contender in the National League. Meanwhile, the Mariners' offensive struggles have wasted some strong pitching performances, and they'll be looking to get their bats going against the Padres.

The details

In Tuesday's series opener, Xander Bogaerts' two RBI hits helped the Padres secure the victory, despite not hitting the ball as hard as he has been. The Padres will look to continue their winning ways on Wednesday, sending right-hander Randy Vasquez to the mound. Vasquez has been the team's best starting pitcher so far, posting a 1.02 ERA in 17 2/3 innings. The Mariners will counter with right-hander Emerson Hancock, who has pitched well against the Padres in the past.

  • The Padres have a 4-14 record against the Mariners in their previous 18 meetings before Tuesday night.
  • The Padres have won 6 straight games and 9 of their last 10 heading into Wednesday's matchup.

The players

Xander Bogaerts

The Padres' shortstop, who recorded three hits and drove in two runs in Tuesday's series opener.

Randy Vasquez

The Padres' right-handed starting pitcher, who has a 1.02 ERA in 17 2/3 innings this season and will take the mound on Wednesday.

Emerson Hancock

The Mariners' right-handed starting pitcher, who has a 2.04 ERA in 3 starts this season and has pitched well against the Padres in the past.

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What they’re saying

“He didn't really hit them as hard as he's been hitting them, but we talk about the luck kind of turning our way and some of those softer hits falling in.”

— Craig Stammen, Padres Manager

“This game we play is the hardest game in the world, in my opinion. So I think trying to do things to minimize thinking too much, I guess, that helps you in the long run.”

— Josh Naylor

What’s next

The Padres will look to secure a series win over the Mariners on Wednesday night, while the Mariners will try to get their struggling offense going against Vasquez.

The takeaway

The Padres' recent hot streak has them poised to potentially turn the tide against the Mariners, a team they've struggled with in recent years. If they can continue to get timely hitting and solid pitching, they could establish themselves as a force to be reckoned with in the National League.