Padres fans rejoice! All-Star Jackson Merrill's injury recovery is almost complete, but his return sparks a major roster dilemma. With Gavin Sheets and Ryan O'Hearn both on fire at the plate, how will the Padres fit everyone in and keep their offense red-hot? Find out who might be the odd man out!

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Padres playoff push faces major hurdle! Bogaerts sidelined with fractured foot as San Diego clings to Wild Card spot. Discover how unlikely heroes Laureano, Cronenworth, and Fermin are powering the offense while Tatis and Machado slump. Plus, a look at the dominant bullpen, shaky starting rotation, and the looming roster crunch as Merrill returns and the Padres fight to secure their postseason future.

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Padres face a brutal loss against the Twins amid season-ending injury to Xander Bogaerts. Nestor Cortes' early ejection put pressure on the bullpen, while manager Mike Shildt calls for starting pitchers to step up. Can the team's new call-ups and existing players rally to keep their playoff hopes alive?

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Padres stumble against Twins after costly error and Bogaerts injury! Can San Diego overcome these setbacks and make a playoff push? Find out how the team plans to rally with roster updates and minor league standouts amidst mounting pressure and dwindling chances for a division title.

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Padres' pitching woes deepen as short starts force bullpen to the brink! Can the starters find their form and avoid a relief corps meltdown before October? Despite struggles from Cortes, Cease, and Darvish, playoff hopes remain high, and reinforcements are on the way with Merrill and King nearing returns. Plus, hear about the bright spots: Tatis's streak, Cronenworth's hot bat, and a special tribute to Arraez.

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18-year-old Truitt Madonna is turning heads! Find out why the Padres fast-tracked this high school draftee straight to Single-A ball, skipping the usual rookie leagues. We'll break down his impressive signing bonus, early performance, and the Padres' high hopes. Plus, get a rapid-fire recap of the rest of the Padres minor league system, from El Paso to the Dominican Summer League.

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Padres vs. Twins: Can San Diego tie the series in Minneapolis? Find out which team has the edge as Pivetta and Bradley face off! We break down key stats, player matchups like Buxton vs. Machado, and injury lists to predict who will come out on top in this crucial late-season game.

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Padres fans brace for impact: Xander Bogaerts is sidelined with a fractured foot! After fouling a ball, the star shortstop is out for the regular season, but a postseason return is possible. Can the Padres hold their playoff hopes together with Iglesias and a Triple-A call-up filling the void? Get the latest on Bogaerts' injury and the team's plan to stay competitive without their key player.

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Padres' Pitcher Ejected After Nightmare Outing Against Twins! Nestor Cortes imploded on the mound, lasting only four innings and putting San Diego in a huge hole. Was his ejection a strategic move by manager Mike Shildt? With the NL West slipping away, the Padres need Cortes to rebound fast if they want to catch the Dodgers.

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Nestor Cortes falters in Minneapolis, leading to an early exit and a bullpen scramble as the Padres capitalize on his lack of command. How will Cortes rebound from this shaky start as the season heads into September?

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