Manny Machado Powers Padres to Narrow Victory
by Chase Davis | Padres Correspondent | Fri, Aug 9th 8:41am EDT
Manny Machado went 1-for-4 in the Padres' 7-6 win over the Pirates, delivering a crucial home run along with two RBI and a run scored.
Fantasy Impact:
This performance, highlighted by his 18th homer of the season, underscores his continued role as a key run producer for San Diego. Despite a batting average (.270) that might not turn heads, Machado's ability to connect for power and drive in runs remains an asset for fantasy managers. His consistent RBI tally, now at 64, paired with a decent slugging percentage, should keep him relevant in most fantasy formats, especially in leagues that value extra-base hits and RBIs. However, his elevated strikeout rate and lower walk rate this season could be areas of concern for those in points leagues where plate discipline is heavily scored.
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