Francisco Mejia hit one off the foul pole. Manny Machado had another big hit off Trevor Bauer. The San Diego Padreswere in position for a third straight victory with the NL's leading closer on the mound. Kirby Yates came close to giving it up, but found the pitch he needed to finish it off. Yates fanned Eugenio Suarez with the bases loaded Monday night, preserving a 3-2 victory over the Cincinnati Reds that reminded the Padres of the importance of having a dependable closer, even when he's not having his best day. read more https://www.espn.com/mlb/recap?gameId=401076610
