ICYMI: Padres bats come alive to back Kennedy

The Friars came out swinging on Wednesday, pounding out 16 hits en route to a 9-1 victory in the series finale at AT&T Park. Indeed, Wednesday's game had a little bit of everything for the Padres, including a stellar pitching performance by starter Ian Kennedy, who gave up only one run and struck out five in seven innings pitched against the Giants. The game also featured rookie Austin Hedges' first Major League start, along with his first Major League hit and RBI. 

The Padres now continue their road trip and will embark on a "happy flight" out of San Francisco to start a four-game set against Arizona on Thursday. In case you missed it, here are some highlights and things you may not have seen on Wednesday:

Padres' postgame recap on MLB.com: Padres' five-run third snaps Giants' streak

Padres plate five runs on six hits to break scoreless streak:
Video: SD@SF: Padres plate five runs on six hits in the 3rd

Kennedy continues to succeed in San Francisco: Kennedy continues upward ascent vs. Giants

Buddy's bullets: Black discusses Hedges' first start, Kemp's every start

Hedges' 1st Major League hit: Hedges gets first start, first hit for Padres

A return to the rotation: Despaigne back into rotation as Morrow goes on disabled list

Game Notes @ SF (05.06) Kennedy tasked with preventing sweep

Looking forward:

Friar forecast: Preview of Thursday's game with Despaigne on the mound

An update on Melvin Upton Jr. : Upton making progress in foot rehab