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Diamondbacks face diminishing playoff hopes as Padres win

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Last updated Sep 18, 2026

Diamondbacks face diminishing playoff hopes as Padres win

Summary

The Arizona Diamondbacks are at risk of falling further behind in the National League playoff race following their off day. The San Diego Padres defeated the Colorado Rockies 9-2, extending their lead over the Diamondbacks to four games with nine regular-season games remaining. With the victory, the Padres lowered their magic number to six, signifying the combination of their wins and the Diamondbacks' losses needed to secure a postseason berth. This weekend, Arizona hosts the New York Yankees as they approach the conclusion of their season.

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By the Numbers

•Padres defeat Rockies 9-2, increasing lead over Diamondbacks.
•Padres' magic number for playoffs now at six.
•Diamondbacks host the New York Yankees this weekend.
•Arizona's playoff hopes are dwindling with few games left.

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2:00 PMYahoo Sports — Diamondbacks lose further ground on off day

What they're saying

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Diamondbacks News (San Diego Union-Tribune) Padres rout Rockies, add to lead in playoff race The Padres came down from the mountains with the margin they need after winning on Thursday by a large margin. With a 9-2 victory over the Rockies, the Padres increased their lead in the race for the final National League playoff […]
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