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Padres pummel Cubs behind Tatis' leadoff blast, King's gem in Game 1 - ESPN

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The San Diego Padres defeated the Chicago Cubs in Game 1 of the playoffs. Fernando Tatis Jr. hit a leadoff home run, while pitcher Michael King maintained a no-hitter through the seventh inning.

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This marks a significant start for the Padres in their postseason campaign, highlighting key individual performances in high-stakes baseball.

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Sep 30, 2026, 12:58 AM ET SAN DIEGO -- Fernando Tatis Jr.

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