Veteran Peralta’s First Home Run of Season Helps Padres Defeat Rangers

Veteran Peralta’s First Home Run of Season Helps Padres Defeat Rangers
David Peralta of the San Diego Padres exults after hitting a two-run home run against the Texas Rangers in Arlington, Texas, on July 3, 2024. Tony Gutierrez/AP Photo
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ARLINGTON, Texas—David Peralta is just filling in for All-Star right fielder Fernando Tatis Jr., and the 36-year-old veteran knows it.

Just one more reason to savor the biggest moment of his season with the San Diego Padres.