Jackson Merrill hit a two-run home run a few hours after finalizing a $135 million, nine-year contract and the San Diego Padres started 7-0 for the first time in their 57-season history by beating the Cleveland Guardians 5-2.

Kyle Hart returned to the major leagues on a misty evening at Petco Park and helped the Padres to a bit of history. Five games into the season, the Padres have not lost. Monday’s 7-2 victory over the Guardians made them the first team in the franchise’s 57-year history to begin a season with five victories.

The marquee offseason signing for the Padres, Starting Pitcher Nick Pivetta, was a big reason why the Padres were able to seal the 4th win over Atlanta on Sunday. His final line:

Snell's strikeouts line is set at 7.5 on DraftKings, and SportsLine's model projects him to go Under. Atlanta's lineup is hitting .137 over six games, striking out a combined 60 times. Profar's suspension further dents a lineup already missing star Ronald Acuna Jr.

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