Jake Croneworth, Freddy Fermin Power Padres to 4-1 Win Over Giants: Darvish Shines in San Diego’s Third Straight Victory

Tuesday, August 12th, 2025

Padres Secure 4-1 Victory Over Giants Behind Clutch Seventh-Inning Rally

The San Diego Padres emerged victorious against the San Francisco Giants with a 4-1 win on Monday night at Oracle Park. The key moments came in the seventh inning, with Jake Croneworth delivering a go-ahead RBI single followed immediately by a two-run home run from Freddy Fermin off Giants starter Logan Webb.

Darvish Shines in Return as Padres Extend Winning Streak

Padres right-hander Yu Darvish turned in an impressive performance, striking out six batters and issuing no walks across six innings. He surrendered just one run on four hits in his seventh start of the season after missing more than three months due to elbow issues. Darvish, who only made his season debut on July 7, improved his record to 2-3 with the win.

Robert Suarez closed out the game, earning his MLB-leading 33rd save as the Padres secured their third consecutive victory.

Seventh Inning Sparks Padres Offense

In the pivotal seventh inning, Gavin Sheets led off with a double for San Diego. Pinch-runner Bryce Johnson entered the game and scored the eventual winning run on Croneworth’s single. Freddy Fermin then provided crucial insurance with a two-run homer off Logan Webb.

Giants’ Struggles Continue Despite Early Highlights

The Giants were unable to provide run support for starter Logan Webb, who was making his third appearance against San Diego this season. Webb allowed four runs on eight hits over 6 1/3 innings, striking out three and walking one. This loss follows a shutout defeat by the Nationals in their previous game.

Rafael Devers tied the game in the sixth inning with a solo home run, but San Francisco’s offense fizzled afterward. Rookie Drew Gilbert achieved a milestone with his first major-league hit in the third, stealing second base before being ruled out at third after a replay review on a close call.

Dominic Smith’s Hitting Streak Hits 14

Giants’ Dominic Smith extended his career-best hitting streak to 14 games by notching a single to lead off the second inning.

Up Next

The Padres will send left-hander Nestor Cortes (0-0, 3.86 ERA) to the mound in the next game. He’ll square off against Giants left-hander Robbie Ray (9-5, 2.85 ERA), who will attempt to snap a six-start winless stretch dating back to July 3.

In summary

The San Diego Padres capitalized on late-inning heroics and a strong pitching performance from Yu Darvish to defeat the San Francisco Giants 4-1. Freddy Fermin’s two-run homer was the difference in a tight contest, and Jake Croneworth’s timely hit proved pivotal. The Giants’ offense struggled despite early highlights, including Dominic Smith’s extended hitting streak and rookie Drew Gilbert’s first hit. The Padres extended their winning streak as both teams prepare for the next matchup, with starting pitching once again in focus.

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