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San Diego Padres face Miami Marlins amid trade speculation

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 24, 2026, 6:22 PM

Last updated Jul 24, 2026

San Diego Padres face Miami Marlins amid trade speculation

Summary

The San Diego Padres (50-53) begin a critical series against the Miami Marlins (52-51) on July 24 in Miami. Both teams are struggling, with the Padres losing five of their last seven games and facing potential roster changes if performance does not improve. The Marlins are on a nine-game losing streak, hampered by a declining offense and injuries, including a recent injury to pitcher Max Meyer. Each team aims to break their losing trend and regain postseason positioning.

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By the Numbers

•Padres are 3 games under.500, trailing for the Wild Card.
•Marlins are seeking to end a nine-game losing streak.
•Marlins' Otto Lopez leads MLB in batting average at.332.
•Padres have averaged 6.71 runs in the last seven games despite recent losses.
•Matchup features German Marquez for Padres against Ryan Gusto for Marlins.

Latest Updates

6:22 PMYahoo Sports — Series Preview: Padres stumble into series with struggling Marlins

What they're saying

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Speculation surrounding San Diego's willingness to trade one of its most valuable pieces will only intensify if the club continues to slide in the standings. If the Padres want to keep their elite closer and remain in the postseason race, the turnaround must begin Friday in Miami.
— Yahoo Sports

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