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Padres’ Magic Number Shrinks After Much-Needed Win Over White Sox
Sep 20, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; San Diego Padres outfielders Jackson Merrill (3), Jackson Merrill (3) and and Gavin Sheets (30) point towards first baseman Ryan O'Hearn (32) after scoring on his three run double against the Chicago White Sox during the sixth inning at Rate Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-Imagn Images Matt Marton-Imagn Images

Padres’ Magic Number Shrinks After Much-Needed Win Over White Sox

Originally posted on San Diego Padres on SI
By Nelson Espinal  |  Last updated Sep 20, 2025 10:07 PM ET

The San Diego Padres beat the Chicago White Sox 7-2 on Saturday, lowering the team's magic number to three for a spot in the MLB playoffs.

The Padres were sputtering, losing three out of their last four games before picking up the win in The Windy City.

The offense woke up and delivered, notching 11 hits and seven runs in total.

The pitching staff also delivered, with Yu Darvish pitching 4.2 innings and only allowing two runs.

The bullpen only allowed one more run in the game, shutting down the White Sox and securing the game early on.

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