Padres Defeat Mariners 4-1 in Series Opener

Xander Bogaerts leads San Diego with 3 hits and 3 RBIs

Apr. 15, 2026 at 7:41pm

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The San Diego Padres defeated the Seattle Mariners 4-1 in the opening game of their three-game series at Petco Park. Xander Bogaerts had three hits and drove in three runs for the Padres, while Dominic Canzone drove in the lone run for the Mariners. Seattle was held to just four hits in the game.

Why it matters

This early-season matchup between the Padres and Mariners features two teams with playoff aspirations in their respective leagues. The outcome of this series could provide an early indication of how these teams may fare as the season progresses.

The details

Padres shortstop Xander Bogaerts led the offensive charge, recording three hits and driving in three runs. Mariners right-hander Bryan Woo took the loss, allowing three runs on eight hits with three strikeouts over seven innings of work.

  • The game was played on Tuesday, April 15, 2026.
  • The series continues on Wednesday, April 16, 2026, with first pitch scheduled for 6:40 p.m.

The players

Xander Bogaerts

Shortstop for the San Diego Padres who had a standout performance at the plate.

Dominic Canzone

Outfielder for the Seattle Mariners who drove in the team's lone run with a sacrifice fly.

Bryan Woo

Right-handed pitcher for the Seattle Mariners who took the loss in the game.

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What they’re saying

“We knew we had to come out strong against a tough Mariners team, and Xander really set the tone for us tonight.”

— Bob Melvin, Padres Manager

What’s next

The series continues on Wednesday, April 16, 2026, with the first pitch scheduled for 6:40 p.m. The Mariners will look to even the series, while the Padres aim to extend their lead.

The takeaway

This early-season matchup between the Padres and Mariners showcased the Padres' offensive firepower, led by Xander Bogaerts, as they were able to quiet the Mariners' bats and take the series opener. Both teams will look to gain an advantage in the remaining games of the series.