Xander Bogaerts hits first home run with the Padres Michael Wacha earns win for San Diego

Xander Bogaerts hits first home run with the Padres Michael Wacha earns win for San Diego
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Buoyed in part by San Diego State’s thrilling win in the Final Four, the San Diego Padres gave a glimpse of how good their superstar-laden lineup can be. Xander Bogaerts hit a two-run homer and Matt Carpenter added a two-run double to back fellow newcomer Michael Wacha and lead the Padres to their first victory this season, 8-4 against the Colorado Rockies on Saturday. Petco Park was already in a festive mood after the crowd erupted in cheers while watching San Diego State beat Florida Atlantic 72-71 in the Final Four, with Lamont Butler’s buzzer-beater coming…

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