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Home rail advantage? Padres lose possible go-ahead HR in NLDS when ball hits ceiling at Brewers' American Family Field

During the opening game of the National League Division Series, a crucial moment unfolded in the ninth inning when San Diego batter Ty France launched a deep drive toward the stands. The baseball struck an overhead structure at American Family Field and descended directly into the glove of Milwaukee left fielder Jackson Chourio for the second out.

Padres manager Craig Stammen disputed the ruling and challenged the play, arguing for a different outcome, but the replay review confirmed the ball stayed fair after hitting the roof truss. Following the match, Stammen noted that the unusual possibility had been addressed during the pregame meeting with officials, while Milwaukee manager Pat Murphy humorously suggested late broadcaster Bob Uecker influenced the play.

Statcast tracking data revealed the drive left the bat at 105.3 miles per hour with a 49-degree launch angle.

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