### Padres Sweep Braves, Remain Undefeated
The San Diego Padres have made an impressive start to the 2025 MLB season, securing their fourth consecutive victory with a 5-0 win over the Atlanta Braves at Petco Park. In what can only be described as a stellar performance, starting pitcher Nick Pivetta made his debut with the Padres a memorable one by dominating the mound for seven innings, allowing just a single hit.
This strong show of form has given the Padres a 4-0 record, the first time they’ve achieved this since their 1998 World Series run. The Braves faced a rare four-game sweep, an occurrence not seen since their 1980 season opener against Cincinnati, and they have now lost six consecutive games at Petco Park, inclusive of last year’s two-game Wild Card sweep.
Pivetta’s only blemish was allowing a single to Venezuela’s Orlando Arcia in the third inning. His excellent control throughout the game saw him striking out four batters without giving up any walks. Offensively, Dominican star Fernando Tatis Jr. contributed significantly, going 3-for-2 at bat, scoring two runs, and driving in one.
The Padres will be looking to keep their momentum going as they prepare to face the Cleveland Guardians on March 31. Kyle Hart will take the mound for San Diego, while Luis Ortiz is slated to pitch for the Cleveland team.
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#### Cleveland Guardians and the 2025 Season Outlook
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#### MLB Implements New Rule Changes to Enhance Pace of Play
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