Why The Padres Can't Be Counted Out As They Stare At A Playoff Exit

Raucous Petco Park crowds — 47k+ fans and nonstop flag-waving gave the Padres a huge home‑field boost in sweeping the Cubs.
Memorable clubhouse moment — Manny Machado and Jackson Merrill celebrated shirtless with sunglasses, a fun snapshot of the team's swagger.
From 50-53 in July to a postseason surge — San Diego's comeback season sets up an intriguing story as they return home down 2-0 in the NLDS but say they can rally.