The San Diego Padres have been swept by the Baltimore Orioles, casting increased doubt on their ability to contend for the NL West title. The repeated losses highlight the growing challenges the Padres face as they fall further behind their division rivals.
The San Diego Padres placed an All-Star on the injured list, while a baseball analyst issued a bold prediction about who might claim the NL West crown. Adding to the turbulence, right fielder Fernando Tatis Jr. revealed he has been receiving troubling threats, underscoring the players’ off-field pressures.
The San Diego Padres remain locked in a fierce division race with the Los Angeles Dodgers, even as prospect Jackson Merrill continues to sit out. Manny Machado credits loyal fans for lifting the team’s spirits at a pivotal juncture in the season.
