### Padres Sweep Pirates at Petco Park
**By Marcos A. Angulo Álvarez**
In an impressive display, the San Diego Padres defeated the Pittsburgh Pirates 8-2, achieving a series sweep at Petco Park. The Padres started strong, scoring three runs in the first inning, one in the second, and a decisive four in the third inning.
Pitcher Martín Pérez was outstanding on the mound, delivering 5 1/3 innings, allowing just one run on five hits, and striking out eight. On the offensive front, David Peralta shone, going 2 for 4 with a home run and two RBIs while celebrating his birthday.
With this victory, the Padres now hold a 69-53 record, placing them just 2.5 games behind the leaders of the National League West. The team has won 19 of their last 22 games and secured their eighth consecutive series win, a feat they have not accomplished since the 2007 season.
Looking ahead, the Padres will travel to Colorado to face the Rockies from August 16 to August 18 at Coors Field.
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#### Secondary Article: Padres’ Winning Streak Continues with Dominant Performances
The San Diego Padres have been on fire lately, with a 19-3 record in their last 22 games and consistently dominant performances. Key players such as Fernando Tatis Jr. and Manny Machado have been instrumental, contributing both offensively and defensively. The team’s pitching staff, led by Martín Pérez and Joe Musgrove, has been exceptional, keeping opponents’ runs to a minimum.
The Padres’ recent success has reignited the confidence of their fan base and sparked conversations about their potential in the postseason. Analysts are optimistic, citing the team’s depth, versatile lineup, and strong bullpen as reasons for their surge.
Stay tuned as the Padres continue their journey with an upcoming series against the Colorado Rockies, where they aim to extend their winning streak.