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Padres and Diamondbacks Set for Late-Night NL West Showdown
The San Diego Padres and Arizona Diamondbacks are slated for a late-night National League West clash at Chase Field, with first pitch scheduled for 9:40 p.m. ET. Both teams are considered wild card hopefuls, adding an extra layer of intrigue to their matchup.
The Padres come into the game with a 58-54 record, sitting one game out of the final NL playoff spot. Their bullpen saw Robert Suarez close out Sunday’s victory. However, concerns linger about San Diego’s starting pitching depth as they eye a potential postseason push.
Arizona will send Brandon Pfaadt to the mound, a pitcher who has reportedly figured things out. The Diamondbacks’ lineup for the contest features Corbin Carroll in right field, Geraldo Perdomo at shortstop, and Ketel Marte at second base.
For the Padres, Fernando Tatis Jr. is listed in right field, Jake Cronenworth at second base, and Manny Machado as the designated hitter. The trade deadline, which can fall between July 28 and August 3, is set for 6 p.m. ET on Monday, with only eight games scheduled to begin after the deadline passes.
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