After splitting the series with the Reds, the Phillies head further West to face the San Diego Padres. After a disappointing 2023 season that saw them fall short of the postseason, many people expected the Padres to return to the playoffs in 2024. But thus far in the season, they haven’t been able to rise above mediocrity.
San Diego Padres
Record: 14-14, Second place in National League West (2.5 games back)
The manager
The Padres’ disappointing finish in 2023 caused them to part ways with Bob Melvin and turn to Mike Shildt.