The San Diego Padres won their series opener against the New York Mets, 7-6, in a wild game. A five-run inning revived the game for the Friars, and they took the win with an Elias Diaz walk-off single in the bottom of the ninth inning.

Emmanuel Clase's gambling leave has the Cleveland Guardians re-evaluating. Now outfielder Steven Kwan could be on the move if a team meets the asking price.

Padres trade proposal targets Royals' Seth Lugo, boosting their playoff rotation. See details on the deal, impact, and player analysis.

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With just three days left until Major League Baseball’s trade deadline, the NewYork Mets are expected to be active, and they already have been in some capacityby adding the Baltimore Orioles’ Gregory Soto.