A former San Diego Padre has retired unexpectedly, while the Padres’ Wild Card starters are now confirmed. Meanwhile, a San Diego All-Star shares words meant for the Chicago Cubs, underscoring the intensity of the current MLB season.

Despite falling 7-3 to Texas, the Cleveland Guardians remain tied for first place in the AL Central, thanks to a simultaneous Tigers loss. Their magic number stands at two, leaving the door open to clinch the division in the coming days.