The Padres were idle Monday, so they moved to within a half-game of the Dodgers in the NL West with LA’s loss. They went 2-4 on the homestand but still have baseball’s fifth-best record. The Padres are 5-4 all-time in Toronto and took two of three last year in San Diego. The Padres were last in Toronto in 2023, when they won two of three.

Located on the corner of Trevor Hoffman Way and Tony Gwynn Drive, Petco Park might as well be the city center. The sprawling steps beyond the home-plate gate are lined with palm trees and adorned with the signature “Petco Park” sign high above.

In the midst of a division race that is expected to last the entire season, the San Diego Padres have been encouraged to make upgrades to help stay in the hunt.

The Padres are chasing the Dodgers in the NL West and as the trade deadline approaches, they could look to upgrade in left field.

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The arrival of Manny Machado is the singular event that provided a catalyst for the franchise’s upward trajectory

The Mariners quenched a lot of doubts and started the road trip out on the best note they could against the Padres.

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