Padres return to action against Royals after All-Star break
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 17, 2026, 1:30 PM
Last updated Jul 17, 2026
The San Diego Padres resume play tonight against the Kansas City Royals following the All-Star Game. Currently at a.500 record of 48-48, the Padres aim to improve after a recent losing streak. Manager Craig Stammen faces scrutiny over his in-game strategies as the team looks to spark urgency for the remainder of the season. The outcome of this 10-game road trip will significantly influence the front office's decisions regarding the upcoming trade deadline.
- •Padres record stands at 48-48 heading into game against Royals.
- •Ten-game road trip opens the second half of the season.
- •Craig Stammen under pressure to manage games more strategically.
- •Recent back-to-back wins helped Padres regain.500 record.
- •Manny Machado showing improvement ahead of the season's second half.
- 1:30 PMYahoo Sports — Padres in precarious position as play resumes following All-Star break
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