Dodgers reduce magic number for first-round bye with win over Padres

The Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the San Diego Padres 7-0, reducing their magic number for a first-round bye to one game. This follows the Braves' loss to the Cincinnati Reds, allowing the Dodgers to close in on the Wild Card berth. With five games remaining, the Dodgers are also in contention for home-field advantage, sitting one game behind the Milwaukee Brewers. They will aim to secure the bye by winning their next game against the Padres or relying on another Braves' loss. The Dodgers' remaining schedule includes three games against the San Francisco Giants, which they are favored to win.

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