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Potential World Series contenders in shortened season
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Most intriguing 2023 World Series matchups
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Bob Melvin is coming home to San Francisco as Giants manager after an uneasy time in San Diego, National Sports
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3 reasons the Padres are now a legitimate World Series contender after trading for Juan Soto, Josh Bell
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MLB Predictions: Padres' big bet will pay off with first World Series title, Sports
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Luis Campusano's go-ahead 3-run homer helps disappointing Padres beat Rockies
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Opinion: Padres appear to be building legitimate dynasty with Juan Soto, Josh Bell trade - The San Diego Union-Tribune
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Padres win National League Division Series 2022
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Padres enter 2023 as legit World Series contender
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The San Diego Padres are very fun. They could save Major League Baseball.
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Juan Soto promises to bring 'good vibes,' winning to Padres - NBC Sports
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The Padres have a team built to win like no other before it - The San Diego Union-Tribune
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Three reasons why the San Diego Padres will win 2023 World Series