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J.P. Hoornstra

J.P. Hoornstra

Joined: Dec 4, 2023

J.P. Hoornstra writes and edits Major League Baseball content for Halos Today and Inside the Padres, and is the author of 'The 50 Greatest Dodger Games Of All Time.' He once recorded a keyboard solo on the same album as two of the original Doors.

Sep 24, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; San Diego Padres and right fielder Fernando Tatis Jr. (23) celebrate the victory against the Los Angeles Dodgers and postseason berth at Dodger Stadium.
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Padres Notes: Watch Historic Triple Play; Game 1 Starter; Fixing Robert Suarez

Catch up on all the headlines you might have missed Tuesday, when the Padres clinched a postseason berth.

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Sep 24, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; San Diego Padres second baseman Jake Cronenworth (9) is greeted by center fielder Jackson Merrill (3) after hitting a two run home run against the Los Angeles Dodgers during the second inning at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images
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Breaking: Padres Clinch Playoff Berth With Amazing Game-Ending Triple Play

The San Diego Padres' 4-1 win over the Los Angeles Dodgers on Tuesday clinched a postseason berth in most unbelievable fashion.

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Sep 10, 2024; Seattle, Washington, USA; San Diego Padres Yu Darvish (11) double play during the second inning against the Seattle Mariners at T-Mobile Park.
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Padres Notes: Nick Ahmed's NL West Tour; Fernando Tatis' Inpsiration; Yu Darvish Chases History

Catch up on all the headlines you might have missed on the eve of the Padres' most important series of the regular season.

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Sep 22, 2024; San Diego, California, USA; San Diego Padres third baseman Manny Machado (13) acknowledges the fans on the field after defeating the Chicago White Sox at Petco Park.
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Padres Notes: White Sox Sweep, Postseason Rotation, World Series Prediction

Catch up on all the stories you might have missed Sunday, when the Padres swept the Chicago White Sox.

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Sep 14, 2024; San Francisco, California, USA; San Diego Padres starting pitcher Joe Musgrove (44) calls for an infield pop up against the San Francisco Giants during the fourth inning at Oracle Park. Mandatory Credit: Robert Edwards-Imagn Images
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Padres vs. White Sox: How to Watch, Odds, Prediction and More for Series Opener

Catch up on all the storylines going into the Padres' series opener against the Chicago White Sox.

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Sep 17, 2024; San Diego, California, USA; San Diego Padres third baseman Manny Machado (13) celebrates with center fielder Jackson Merrill (3) after hitting a two-run home run against the Houston Astros during the sixth inning at Petco Park.
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After Slashing Nearly $90 Million in Payroll, The Padres Have Basically Clinched a Playoff Spot

The only team with a fighting chance of eliminating the Padres essentially needs to go undefeated the rest of the season. The Padres have basically clinched a playoff berth despite running a relatively low payroll compared to last year.

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Jul 30, 2024; San Diego, California, USA; San Diego Padres pinch hitter Donovan Solano (39) receives a Gatorade bath after driving in the winning run during the tenth inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Petco Park.
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Padres Notes: Dylan Cease's Big Day, Josh Hader's Boos, Donovan Solano's Nickname

Catch up on all the headlines you might have missed Thursday, when the San Diego Padres got a day of rest ahead of their series against the Chicago White Sox.

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Sep 18, 2024; San Diego, California, USA; San Diego Padres starting pitcher Dylan Cease (84) pitches against the Houston Astros during the first inning at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: Orlando Ramirez-Imagn Images
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Padres Notes: Dylan Cease Delivers, Yu Darvish's Streak, Michael King's Resurgence

Catch up on all the headlines you might have missed Wednesday, when the San Diego Padres beat the Houston Astros 4-0.

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Sep 16, 2024; San Diego, California, USA; San Diego Padres designated hitter Luis Arraez (4) looks on after striking out to end the second inning against the Houston Astros at Petco Park.
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Padres vs. Astros: Arraez Out of Lineup, How to Watch, Odds, Prediction and More

Catch up on all the storylines going into the Padres' series finale against the Houston Astros on Wednesday.

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Sep 17, 2024; San Diego, California, USA; San Diego Padres left fielder Jurickson Profar (10) reacts after being hit by a pitch during the tenth inning against the Houston Astros at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: Orlando Ramirez-Imagn Images
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Padres Notes: Home Run Record Falls, Manny Machado's Phantom RBI, Luis Arraez's Streak

Catch up on all the headlines you might have missed Tuesday, when the Padres lost a wild 10-inning game against the Houston Astros.

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Sep 10, 2024; Seattle, Washington, USA; San Diego Padres Yu Darvish (11) double play during the second inning against the Seattle Mariners at T-Mobile Park.
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Padres vs. Astros: How to Watch, Odds, Prediction and More

Catch up on all the storylines going into the Padres' game against the Houston Astros.

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Sep 15, 2024; San Francisco, California, USA; San Diego Padres outfielder Fernando Tatis, Jr. (21) celebrates his solo home run during the eighth inning against the San Francisco Giants at Oracle Park.
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Padres Notes: Huge Sweep, Celebrating Jason Adam's Award, Playoff Pressure

Catch up on all the headlines you might have missed Sunday, when the Padres completed a huge sweep in San Francisco.

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