Diamondbacks host Padres in pivotal series after trade deadline

The Arizona Diamondbacks face the San Diego Padres on August 3, aiming to strengthen their Wild Card position. The Diamondbacks, currently six games over.500 and tied for the second Wild Card, have won four of their last five series. Brandon Pfaadt, who has performed well recently, will start against Michael King. The Padres sit just one game behind the Diamondbacks in the standings, making this series crucial for both teams. The second and third games of the series take place on August 4 and 5, with the Diamondbacks' Eduardo Rodriguez scheduled to pitch in the second game.

• 7:00 PMYahoo Sports — Diamondbacks take the field against the Padres following the trade deadline