For the Friars to pull off a 'bold move' at end of this month, they may need to first prove themselves worthy.

And then there is the deadline. The Padres’ needs are not unlike almost every other contender: A starting pitcher. Another ...

Padres second. Xander Bogaerts doubles to deep right center field. Jackson Merrill singles to right field. Xander Bogaerts scores. Jake Cronenworth called out on strikes. Jose Iglesias lines out ...