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NL Wildcard Outlook: Padres in position to chase Phillies, Cubs for top spot down the stretch

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The adage goes that it’s harder to jump than to hold. The San Diego Padres, in the midst of a seven-game winning streak that is their longest since April, have suddenly also made it a question about the NL Wild Card race whether or not they can catch either the Philadelphia Phillies or Chicago Cubs.Entering Monday, the Padres hold a 2.5 game lead over the Arizona Diamondbacks for the final NL Wild Card slot, and will have a chance to add the half-a-game they will make up thanks to the D-Backs ha

First report: With NL Wild Card hanging in balance, Padres face big decisions with Miller's workload — mlb.com, 3d