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MLB magic numbers, schedules: Blue Jays gaining on Yankees; Phillies, Padres, Brewers battling for 2 Wild Cards (9/18/22)
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The Padres late season surge continues with 7th straight win – NBC 7 San Diego
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Bob Melvin confirms he'll return as manager of the Padres following their flop this season, Sports
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Juan Soto, Seth Lugo lead Padres over Giants, Sports
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Series #24: Athletics at Padres - Let's Play Two - Athletics Nation
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A's suffer split squad sweep to Padres, Reds - Athletics Nation
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With storm on the way, Padres announce plans to play doubleheader on Saturday - The San Diego Union-Tribune
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Cronenworth, Padres rally to stun Dodgers 5-3 to reach NLCS – KGET 17
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Athletics snap 9-game road skid with an 8-0 win over Cardinals
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