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Padres Notes: All-Star Signing Predicted, Xander Bogaerts Return Timeline, Manny Machado Struggling

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Sep 6, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; San Diego Padres third base Manny Machado (13) waits on deck during the first inning against the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-Imagn Images
Sep 6, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; San Diego Padres third base Manny Machado (13) waits on deck during the first inning against the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-Imagn Images | Christopher Hanewinckel-Imagn Images

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The San Diego Padres lost to the Cincinnati Reds, 2-1, on Wednesday and fell to 79-67 on the year. They're now three games behind the Los Angeles Dodgers in the National League West.

In other news, an All-Star signing is predicted for the Friars during free agency. The Padres had quite an eventful trade deadline, but this offseason move would provide more depth in the infield and another key bat.

Additionally, Xander Bogaerts spoke on his return timeline as October is right around the corner. The All-Star shortstop is scheduled to undergo imaging on his left foot as manager Mike Shildt claims that things are 'encouraging.'

Finally, superstar Manny Machado has been having his share of struggles recently, but Shildt gave a brief response when asked about his down production lately. Machado has a knack for turning things around when the lights shine brightest, and coming up big when needed. The Padres need it now more than ever.

Here’s more information on these stories and all the latest Padres news (click the headline for the full article):

Padres Predicted to Sign $55 Million Slugger in Free Agency

Padres' Xander Bogaerts Reveals Return Timeline as Postseason Nears

Padres' Mike Shildt Has 7-Word Response on Manny Machado's Struggles

Manny Machado Has Testy Answer Regarding Padres' Home Run Struggles

Manny Machado Celebrated a Reds Rookie's Home Run Against the Padres

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