What happened: Manny Machado connected for San Diego's second homer of the first inning. The outburst gave the San Diego Padres the early lead at Petco Park.

Why it matters: The fast start sets the tone in the NL Wild Card Series at Petco Park. Early home-run support eases pressure on San Diego's pitching staff the rest of the night.

What to watch: San Diego looks to preserve the early advantage over the remaining innings.