Rangers Dominate Padres with 22-2 Victory
Saturday, March 14, 2026, 4:05 PM ET · Surprise Stadium
Texas Rangers 22, San Diego Padres 2, final. Our MLB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won San Diego Padres vs Texas Rangers?
Texas Rangers beat San Diego Padres 22-2 at Surprise Stadium on March 14, 2026.
The Texas Rangers delivered a stunning performance against the San Diego Padres, winning decisively with a final score of 22-2. This victory not only capped off the series with a 2-0 record against the Padres but also showcased the Rangers' offensive prowess at Surprise Stadium.
The Rangers entered this game with a home record of 13-8, but their recent form had been concerning, as they had lost their last two games and had a record of 2-8 over their last ten outings. During this stretch, they averaged 3.8 runs scored per game while allowing 4.8 runs. Their home performance was particularly troubling, with a 1-3 record in their last four home games. In contrast, the Padres boasted a 10-11 record overall and were in much better form, having won six consecutive games and going 7-3 in their last ten, averaging 4.8 runs scored and allowing just 3.6 runs.
The game unfolded dramatically in the third inning, where the Rangers exploded for an impressive offensive display. Notable highlights included a grand slam from Smith, who homered to right center, scoring Langford, Seager, and McCutchen. Duran also added to the scoring with a homer to left, bringing Haggerty home. The inning saw the Rangers score a total of 12 runs, significantly widening their lead and demoralizing the Padres.
In terms of head-to-head matchups, the Rangers had previously faced the Padres three times in the 2025 season, with a record of 1-2 against them prior to this series. Their last encounter on July 7, 2025, ended in a loss for the Rangers, who fell 1-4. However, this game marked a significant turnaround for Texas.
Injuries played a role in both teams' lineups. The Rangers were missing key players, including Michael Helman and Robert Garcia, both on the 60-Day Injured List, while Josh Jung and Kyle Higashioka were on the 10-Day IL. The Padres faced their own challenges, with Jason Adam on the 60-Day IL and Miguel Andujar, Gavin Sheets, and Jeremiah Estrada all on the 10-Day IL.
The market priced the Rangers as heavy favorites, reflecting their home advantage and recent performance, with a home win probability of 1.0 according to the betting lines. The game was played under favorable conditions, contributing to the high-scoring affair.
Fans watching the game were treated to a display of power hitting, with multiple home runs contributing to the Rangers' total. The standout performance from Nimmo, who homered in the fifth inning, and Hauver, who capped the scoring with a homer in the sixth, underscored the offensive depth of the Rangers.
Overall, this game highlighted the contrasting fortunes of the two teams, with the Rangers finding their rhythm at home and the Padres struggling to contain their explosive offense.
Injury report
- Michael Helman60-Day-ILHandTexas Rangers
- Robert Garcia60-Day-ILShoulderTexas Rangers
- Josh Jung10-Day-ILCalfTexas Rangers
- Kyle Higashioka10-Day-ILForearmTexas Rangers
- Carter Baumler60-Day-ILRibsTexas Rangers
- Jason Adam60-Day-ILShoulderSan Diego Padres
- Miguel Andujar10-Day-ILWristSan Diego Padres
- Gavin Sheets10-Day-ILFootSan Diego Padres
- Jeremiah Estrada15-Day-ILShoulderSan Diego Padres
- Lucas Giolito60-Day-ILElbowSan Diego Padres
Recent form
Texas Rangers
Last 10: 2-8Streak L23.8 scored · 4.8 allowed per game1-3 at home
- L8-9at Cleveland GuardiansSep 28
- L2-3at Cleveland GuardiansSep 27
- W7-3at Cleveland GuardiansSep 26
- W4-2vs Minnesota TwinsSep 25
- L1-4vs Minnesota TwinsSep 24
- L2-4vs Miami MarlinsSep 21
- L4-6vs Miami MarlinsSep 20
- L2-5at Houston AstrosSep 18
- L5-6at Houston AstrosSep 17
- L3-6at Houston AstrosSep 16
San Diego Padres
Last 10: 7-3Streak W64.8 scored · 3.6 allowed per game3-3 away
- W5-1vs Arizona DiamondbacksSep 28
- W7-4vs Arizona DiamondbacksSep 27
- W7-0vs Milwaukee BrewersSep 24
- W5-4vs Milwaukee BrewersSep 23
- W3-2at Chicago White SoxSep 21
- W7-3at Chicago White SoxSep 20
- L3-4at Chicago White SoxSep 19
- L1-6at New York MetsSep 18
- W7-4at New York MetsSep 17
- L3-8at New York MetsSep 16
Standings
| Team | Games behind | Lost | Streak | Win % | Won |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles | - | 57 | L2 | .590 | 82 |
| Arizona | 9 | 67 | W1 | .525 | 74 |
| San Diego | 9.5 | 67 | L2 | .521 | 73 |
| San Francisco | 24.5 | 82 | W1 | .414 | 58 |
| Colorado | 28.5 | 86 | W2 | .386 | 54 |
| Houston | - | 69 | W1 | .507 | 71 |
| Texas | 2 | 71 | L1 | .493 | 69 |
| Seattle | 5 | 74 | W2 | .471 | 66 |
| Athletics | 17 | 86 | W1 | .386 | 54 |
| Los Angeles | 18 | 87 | L2 | .379 | 53 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Inning0-1Smith walked, Nimmo scored, McCutchen to second, Langford to third.
- 1st Inning0-2Haggerty walked, McCutchen scored, Carter to second, Smith to third.
- 1st Inning0-4Duran reached on infield single to shortstop, Carter scored on throwing error by shortstop Acuna and Smith scored, Duran to second, Haggerty safe at third on error.
- 2nd Inning0-5Nimmo homered to right center (410 feet).
- 3rd Inning2-5Bowen homered to center (435 feet), Johnson scored.
- 3rd Inning2-6Duran doubled to left, Haggerty scored.
- 3rd Inning2-7Nimmo singled to left, Duran scored.
- 3rd Inning2-8McCutchen reached on infield single to shortstop, Nimmo scored, Seager to second, Langford to third.
- 3rd Inning2-12Smith homered to right center (392 feet), Langford scored, Seager scored and McCutchen scored.
- 3rd Inning2-14Duran homered to left (402 feet), Haggerty scored.
- 3rd Inning2-15Nimmo doubled to center, MacIver scored.
- 3rd Inning2-17Langford homered to left center (443 feet), Nimmo scored.
- 3rd Inning2-18Seager homered to center (449 feet).
- 5th Inning2-19Nimmo homered to center (422 feet).
- 5th Inning2-20Hardy walked, Kling scored, Zavala to second, R. Martin to third.
- 6th Inning2-22Hauver homered to center (419 feet), MacIver scored.
Win probability
Above the line favours Texas Rangers, below favours San Diego Padres.
Venue
- Surprise StadiumSurprise, Arizona
- Attendance6301
- OfficialsCharlie Ramos, Stu Scheurwater, Dillon Wilson, Jen Pawol
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