Padres build big lead; Cease allows two runs in six-plus innings before three relievers close out team’s 11th victory in 14 ...

San Diego Padres starting pitcher Dylan Cease turned his season around thanks to one change he made with his pitch arsenal.

Cardinals -157, Padres +130; over/under is 9 runs BOTTOM LINE: The St. Louis Cardinals will try to keep a three-game home win streak alive when they take on the San Diego Padres.

The Padres, who lead the majors in bullpen ERA (3.15) and saves (35), are set to face the host Miami Marlins on Tuesday night in the second game of a three-game series.

Newcomers have already made a significant impact for San Diego, and they'll aim to continue that trend as the Padres open a three-game home series against the Boston Red Sox.

Padres players paid attention to varying degrees throughout Thursday as A.J. Preller went about one of his more prolific ...