The Padres won for the 17th time in 20 games since July 20, and handed the struggling Pirates their 10th loss in 11 games.
SAN DIEGO — Xander Bogaerts had an RBI single in the seventh inning, Jackson Merrill made a game-saving diving catch in the ninth inning, and Joe Musgrove had a solid return from the 60-day injured list as the San Diego Padres beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 2-1 on Monday night.“The guys have been playing with a lot of emotion and intent, but when you get Joe Musgrove back, it takes it to another level. He is a cornerstone in the clubhouse,” Padres manager Mike Shildt said. “He was fantastic .
“This city has treated me so well since I came back here. I love pitching in this stadium, and I love representing this city.”Jeremiah Estrada got the win for the Padres after pitching one inning in relief and closer Robert Suarez earned his 26th save after giving up two singles and a run in the ninth inning.
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