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New York Mets eliminated from MLB playoffs; San Diego Padres to face L.A. Dodgers
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MLB predictions 2023: Padres will win the World Series National News - Bally Sports
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Padres playing like it matters, something they might want to figure out sooner in the future - The San Diego Union-Tribune
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Padres win National League Division Series 2022
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Updated World Series Odds At Start of MLB Playoffs - Sports Illustrated
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Padres hope to stay relevant in NL playoff picture - Los Angeles Times
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Can the Padres still make the playoffs? How San Diego can clinch a wild card in 2023
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MLB Playoffs 2022: How every team can win the World Series, ranked by tiers
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2022 MLB Playoffs: Padres relievers continue spotless NLDS in Game 3 win