Manny Machado's leadoff home run in the seventh inning pushed the San Diego Padres past the Cincinnati Reds in a tight 1-0 game during their spring training. The Reds, now 11-17-1, are facing a challenging roster battle for the final two hitting spots following Spencer Steer being placed on the injured list. Outfielders Stuart Fairchild, Blake Dunn, and Jacob Hurtubise are in contention, with Dunn showing potential with two singles, despite a key defensive error.

Andrew Abbott, the Reds' left-hander, pitched four scoreless innings against the Padres, showcasing promising recovery after a shoulder injury sidelined him last season. Meanwhile, Padres ace Dylan Cease overwhelmed the Reds’ lineup, striking out seven hitters in a stellar outing. The Reds gear up for their final Cactus League match against the Cleveland Guardians, with Nick Lodolo slated to start, aiming to solidify his role in the rotation.