Jackson Merrill Extends Hot Streak With Three Hits in Padres Win

San Diego Padres outfielder Jackson Merrill went 3-for-5 with a run scored in Wednesday's 9-3 win over the Rockies. Over his last nine games, Merrill has tallied at least three hits on five occasions, going 20-for-39 (.513) with 13 RBI and three home runs. For the season, he is batting .256 with a .746 OPS, 25 home runs, 26 stolen bases, 83 RBI, 79 runs scored, 24 doubles, and four triples over 149 contests while locked into a starting role.