Jake McCarthy's 2-run homer helps carry the Diamondbacks to a 9-3 win against the Padres

The Arizona Diamondbacks defeated the San Diego Padres 9-3, salvaging a split of their four-game series. Jake McCarthy's two-run homer highlighted a six-run second inning for the Diamondbacks. Arizona rebounded after losing big in the previous two games and showed resilience in this win. Left-hander Tommy Henry, just recalled from Triple-A Reno, got the win in relief. The Padres struggled against seven Diamondbacks pitchers, with Adam Mazur allowing eight runs. Fernando Tatis Jr. extended his hitting streak to 15 games with a home run. Jurickson Profar homered for the Padres. Manny Machado missed his fourth straight start due to a hip injury. The Diamondbacks designated Logan Allen for assignment and are set to face the Angels next, while the Padres will play against the Oakland A's with Dylan Cease starting on Monday night.

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