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**Padres Aim to Regain Momentum Against Struggling White Sox**

SAN DIEGO – The San Diego Padres (83-70) are looking to bounce back after a disappointing series loss in New York, as they prepare for a series against the struggling Chicago White Sox (57-96). The Padres, currently second in the NL West and holding a Wild Card spot, need a strong showing to improve their playoff positioning with just nine games remaining in the season.

The White Sox, on a six-game losing streak, bring a dismal .373 winning percentage and are hampered by a struggling offense and mediocre pitching. However, some young players such as rookie shortstop Colson Montgomery, OF Andrew Benintendi and C Kyle Teel, are showing flashes of potential.

The pitching matchups are set to be intriguing, featuring Dylan Cease facing his former White Sox team. The series will also see starts from Yu Darvish and Michael King for San Diego, and Davis Martin, Yoendrys Gomez, and Sean Burke for Chicago.

The Padres are hoping for the return of shortstop Xander Bogaerts from a foot fracture before the end of the season, while Joe Musgrove aims to return to the bullpen for the playoffs. The White Sox, however, face multiple injuries, including LHP Martín Pérez, and OF Luis Robert Jr., diminishing their hopes for a strong finish to the season.

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