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The Padres have enjoyed September.

After their 4-0 win over the San Francisco Giants on Sunday, the Padres are 3-0 in the month of September and, as they face a 5.5-game Wild Card deficit, winning is becoming more vital each day.

In other news, catcher Austin Nola revealed a surprising diagnosis that was part of the reason behind some of his struggles this season, Juan Soto spoke about the difficulty of hitting in Petco — despite homering in each of the Padres' wins over the Giants and the Padres are refusing to give up according to manager Bob Melvin.

Juan Soto Admits One Thing He Doesn't Like About Petco Park

Padres Catcher Austin Nola Learned Shocking News That Led to Struggles in 2023

Padres 'Still Playing for Something,' Says Manager Bob Melvin

Blake Snell Hopes to Re-Sign with San Diego in Offseason

Insider Thinks Division Rival Could Poach Top Free Agent From SD

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