Padres, D-backs Set for High-Stakes Final Weekend at Petco Park
San Diego and Arizona, separated by one game for the last NL playoff spot, will play three decisive games to close the regular season.
The Padres defeated the Diamondbacks 5-1, keeping the two teams separated by just one game in the NL wild card race. The clubs have now played three series against each other and split every one of them. They are scheduled to meet again for three games at Petco Park during the final weekend of the regular season. The outcome of that series could determine which team secures the last NL playoff spot.
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