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After being eliminated from postseason contention, Padres beat White Sox - The San Diego Union-Tribune
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Brewers lose to Cardinals, but get a little help to clinch NL Central title - The Boston Globe
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San Diego Padres Clinch Second Playoff Berth Since 2006 - Fastball
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Padres cut Wild Card magic number to 1
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Padres clinch NL wild-card spot during 2-1 loss to White Sox
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