For others, however, there have been some disappointing results on the diamond. That includes second-year star Jackson Merrill, who was one of the brightest young players in baseball a year ago. Unfortunately, Merrill has struggled to get into a rhythm, hitting just .260 with seven home runs after hitting .292 with 24 the year before.

The Padres are fond of saying all they strive to do is score one more run than the other team each day. But privately, most people in the organization say pretty much the same thing when asked if the Padres can continue winning this way and keep their key relievers healthy.

One MLB writer recently laid out the trade deadline dream scenario for the San Diego Padres. But does it even make sense for all involved?

The team’s most dynamic player, Fernando Tatis Jr., had gone hitless in another loss that featured another underwhelming effort by the team’s offense. His body language suggested a mix of frustration and deflation, and this was nothing new.

Jackson Merrill salió de una mala racha con dos jonrones contra Zack Wheeler, y el dominicano Manny Machado conectó un elevado de sacrificio que

The San Diego Padres moved star outfielder Jackson Merrill down from the cleanup spot in the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Arizona Diamondbacks.

Phillies second. Alec Bohm flies out to center field to Jackson Merrill. Nick Castellanos homers to center field. Max Kepler walks. J.T. Realmuto strikes out swinging. Bryson Stott strikes

Luis Arraez homered leading off the seventh inning and Jackson Merrill and All-Star Fernando Tatis Jr. made home run-robbing catches for the San Diego Padres, who beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 1-0.