San Diego Padres rookie catcher Ethan Salas recorded a single in his first National League Division Series at-bat as the Padres faced the Milwaukee Brewers in Game 1 at American Family Field on October 3, 2026.
The 19-year-old backstop, wearing number 8, came through in the second inning against Milwaukee pitching, providing an early offensive spark for San Diego in the postseason opener.
Salas, one of the youngest players in the playoffs, has drawn attention for his rapid ascent through the Padres system and his composure behind the plate. His hit in the division series marked another milestone in what has been a remarkable debut season.
The Padres and Brewers opened their best-of-five series in Milwaukee, with the game played at American Family Field before a postseason crowd.
