Padres' Skid: King Returns, Machado Slumps, Playoff Hopes Fade

Padres fans, a Michael King return offers a spark of hope amidst a tough loss to the Reds. While King looked sharp, the team's home run drought continues, with Manny Machado mired in a slump. Despite defensive heroics from Tatis Jr. and a hot streak from Merrill, the Padres are losing ground in both the division and wildcard races. Can they reignite their bats and find a way to win, or will they be left fighting for the last playoff spot?

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