Padres injury report

On Friday, the Chicago Cubs will face the Kansas City Royals, both teams struggling with two-game losing streaks. Meanwhile, the Miami Marlins will play against the Milwaukee Brewers in the first game of their three-game series. The San Diego Padres are riding a five-game win streak, looking to continue their momentum against the Baltimore Orioles, who recently ended a three-game skid. The Orioles lead the AL with 160 home runs, while the Padres are strong when scoring five or more runs in a game. Lastly, the Atlanta Braves will take on the New York Mets, who are on a four-game winning streak, in a game that could impact playoff positions. These matchups highlight the competitive nature of the MLB as teams vie for improved standings.