The game between the San Diego Padres and Washington Nationals took place on September 8, 2026.
Jackson Merrill completed a catch right at the wall in the first inning. It was a sharp defensive play.
Later in the game, Merrill flew out to right fielder Jake McCarthy. A play went to review. The call stood following the review.
Merrill had a busy day across these moments. The game was covered by MLB.com and ESPN. His moments were notable during the contest.