Padres Clinch Series and Make Roster Moves

The San Diego Padres have made significant roster changes, trading seven top prospects to strengthen their bullpen and rotation ahead of a potential deep playoff run in 2024. Key acquisitions include relievers Jason Adam from Tampa Bay and Tanner Scott from Miami, along with starter Martin Perez from Pittsburgh. On the field, Padres' pitcher Dylan Cease held the Dodgers in check following his no-hitter, while Clayton Kershaw struggled in his second start of the season, giving up seven runs and ending his record streak of 423 games with at least one strikeout. The Padres' 8-1 victory over the Dodgers marked their ninth win in eleven games since the All-Star break and clinched the season series against their rivals. Kershaw's performance highlights his ongoing recovery from offseason shoulder surgery and the challenges facing the Dodgers' pitching staff.