The San Diego Padres signed a veteran, an All-Star may join the bullpen and an update on the final wild-card spot in the National League.

Manager Blake Butera is ejected as Washington's late-season struggles continue.

Sep 9, 2026; San Diego, California, USA; San Diego Padres starting pitcher Walker Buehler (10) throws a pitch during the first inning against the Washington Nationals at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: David Frerker-Imagn Images Credit: IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect (Reuters) The MLB rulebook forced the San Diego Padres into an unusual pitching change Wednesday after a major coaching mistake resulted in Walker Buehler being removed from the game earlier than expected.

Manny Machado tied the score with a two-run single in the eighth inning, Luis Campusano drove in the go-ahead run and the San Diego Padres rallied past the slumping Washington Nationals 5-4.

The Washington Nationals will try to end their eight-game road losing streak in a matchup with the San Diego Padres

Craig Stammen admitted he forgot about an earlier mound visit before trying to convince Walker Buehler to leave the game.