What happened: In his first season as manager, Craig Stammen has guided the San Diego Padres back to the postseason. The veteran roster secured a playoff spot ahead of their scheduled series against the Arizona Diamondbacks.
Why it matters: The achievement marks the first three-year playoff streak in Stammen successfully navigated his debut managerial campaign to keep the 87-67 club firmly in the playoff picture.
By the numbers: San Diego holds an 87-67 record and a two-game winning streak entering the matchup against Arizona. The Padres are averaging 4.4 runs per game while allowing 4.1 this season.
What to watch: The Padres begin their scheduled matchup against the Diamondbacks with the score at 0-0.