The San Diego Padres secured a thrilling 6-5 win over the Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 3 of the NL Division Series, taking a 2-1 lead in the series. The Padres' explosive six-run second inning, highlighted by Fernando Tatis Jr.'s two-run homer, proved to be the difference in the game.
Tatis' towering home run was his third of the series, showcasing his exceptional performance in the playoffs. The Padres' record crowd of 47,744 at Petco Park witnessed the team's strong showing, with the atmosphere fueling Tatis and his teammates.
