The San Diego Padres secured a spot in the playoffs with a thrilling 4-2 victory over the NL West-leading Los Angeles Dodgers, highlighted by a game-ending triple play on Tuesday night. This marks the eighth playoff berth in franchise history for the Padres, who missed the postseason last year.
With five games remaining in the regular season, the Padres have clinched at least a National League wild card spot. They are currently two games behind the Dodgers in the race for the division title, with a chance to claim the top spot as they face off in the remaining two games of their series at Dodger Stadium.
San Diego holds the tiebreaker advantage over Los Angeles with an 8-3 record in head-to-head matchups this season. The Padres have been on a remarkable run since the All-Star break, boasting the best record in the majors at 41-17.
Having surpassed 90 wins for the first time since 2010, the Padres are aiming for their first World Series title. This season holds special significance as they seek to honor the memory of owner Peter Seidler, who passed away last year at the age of 63.
Seidler, with deep connections to the Dodgers through his family lineage, played a pivotal role in the Padres' journey to the playoffs in 2022. The team secured a wild card spot, eliminated the Mets and Dodgers in the postseason, and advanced to the NL Championship Series before falling to Philadelphia.
The Padres' remarkable performance this season is a testament to their resilience and determination, setting the stage for an exciting playoff run as they strive to bring home a World Series championship.
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