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The Padres' disastrous season reveals shaky foundation and
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San Diego Padres Move to Washington for 1974 Season
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Hat Club: The Washington Stars in Padres colors???
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Fernando Tatis Jr. is suspended 80 games for a positive drug test
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RUMOR: The stars not named Juan Soto that Padres are likely to shop
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San Diego Padres guide for new fans - The San Diego Union-Tribune
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From Princeton and the Padres to M.L.B. Headquarters - The New
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Juan Soto joins long list of young stars gone from Nationals
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Padres all-in on World Series for 2023. Will they bust if they
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Padres, Phillies better than regular season records
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Padres fire manager Andy Green; communication issues cited - The
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With Juan Soto and Josh Hader, Padres Go All-In for World Series