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NL West 2023 predictions: Padres to challenge Dodgers for first - Los Angeles Times
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Padres notes: Can't make quality stand up enough; Xander Bogaerts' MLB lead; rotation plans - The San Diego Union-Tribune
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Padres' offense almost can't help but be better than it was in 2022 - The San Diego Union-Tribune
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Padres, shortstop Xander Bogaerts agree to 11-year, $280 million deal
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Padres push back against reports there's a lack of leadership in a dysfunctional franchise
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