In successive at-bats in the first inning, Manny Machado struck out and Jackson Merrill grounded into a fielder’s choice on a first-pitch sweeper that was barely above the ground. In the second inning, Machado broke a 1-1 tie with a two-run double and Merrill made it 5-1 with a two-run triple.

The Atlanta Braves are coming to Petco Park for Game 1 of the National League Wild Card Series, after securing a playoff spot during a wild doubleheader against the New York Mets Monday. First pitch is scheduled for 5:38pm at Petco Park on ESPN.

Kyle Higashioka’s solo homer started a five-run rally against Max Fried with two outs in the second inning, and the San Diego Padres held on to sweep the Atlanta Braves with a 5-4 win in Game 2 of their NL Wild Card Series.