Padres Sweep Mariners with Eighth Straight Win

San Diego team continues hot streak, builds big early lead in latest victory.

Apr. 17, 2026 at 7:09am

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A cubist-style painting depicting a baseball game in fragmented, geometric shapes and planes of color, representing the Padres' comprehensive win over the Mariners.The Padres' eighth straight victory showcases their well-rounded play and early-season dominance.San Diego Today

The San Diego Padres completed a three-game sweep of the Seattle Mariners on Thursday, winning their eighth consecutive game. After a dramatic comeback victory the previous night, the Padres built an early lead in this game and held on for the win, continuing their strong start to the 2026 MLB season.

Why it matters

The Padres' hot streak has propelled them to the top of the National League West standings, putting them in early position to challenge for a playoff spot. Their ability to win in different ways - with late-inning heroics and dominant early leads - demonstrates the team's depth and resilience.

The details

The Padres jumped out to a big lead early in Thursday's game, scoring several runs in the middle innings to pull ahead of the Mariners. While Seattle made a late push, the Padres' pitching held firm to secure the victory and complete the series sweep.

  • The Padres won their eighth consecutive game on Thursday, April 17, 2026.
  • The team completed a three-game sweep of the Seattle Mariners over the past three days.

The players

San Diego Padres

A professional baseball team based in San Diego, California, and a member of the National League West division of Major League Baseball.

Seattle Mariners

A professional baseball team based in Seattle, Washington, and a member of the American League West division of Major League Baseball.

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What’s next

The Padres will look to extend their winning streak when they host the Los Angeles Dodgers for a three-game series starting on Friday, April 18.

The takeaway

The Padres' dominant performance in sweeping the Mariners demonstrates their status as an early-season contender in the National League, with their ability to win in different ways making them a formidable opponent.