Padres Rally With 5 Runs in 9th to Beat Mariners, Extend Win Streak

Jackson Merrill's two-run double capped the comeback as San Diego won its seventh straight game.

Apr. 16, 2026 at 11:10am

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting a baseball game, with sharp, overlapping planes of vibrant colors representing the Padres and Mariners uniforms.The Padres' dramatic ninth-inning comeback against the Mariners showcases the team's resilience and determination.San Diego Today

The San Diego Padres rallied for five runs in the bottom of the ninth inning to defeat the Seattle Mariners 7-6 and extend their winning streak to seven games. Jackson Merrill's two-run double with two outs in the ninth gave the Padres the comeback victory.

Why it matters

The Padres' dramatic comeback win showcases their resilience and ability to win close games, which will be crucial as they look to make a push for the playoffs in the competitive National League West division.

The details

Down 6-2 entering the bottom of the ninth, the Padres mounted a furious rally against Mariners closer Andres Munoz. Luis Campusano and Ramon Laureano drove in runs with singles before Merrill delivered the game-winning hit. Alek Jacob earned the win in relief for the Padres.

  • The game was played on Wednesday, April 16, 2026.
  • The Padres' winning streak is now at seven games.

The players

Jackson Merrill

The Padres' young outfielder delivered the game-winning two-run double in the bottom of the ninth inning.

Andres Munoz

The Mariners' closer was charged with all five runs in the ninth inning and took the loss.

Emerson Hancock

The Mariners' starting pitcher had a strong outing, allowing just two runs over six innings.

Xander Bogaerts

The Padres' veteran slugger hit a two-run home run, the 200th of his career.

Alek Jacob

The Padres' reliever earned the win after tossing two scoreless innings in his MLB debut.

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What they’re saying

“We never give up, no matter the score. This team has so much fight and determination, and it showed in that incredible ninth inning comeback.”

— Jackson Merrill, Padres Outfielder

What’s next

The Padres will look to extend their winning streak to eight games when they host the Mariners in the series finale on Thursday.

The takeaway

The Padres' thrilling comeback victory demonstrates their ability to win close games and never give up, a trait that will serve them well as they aim to secure a playoff spot in the highly competitive NL West.