PADRES SWEEP: San Diego Beats Cubs 4-1 to Reach NLDS, Gets Revenge...

San Diego completed a two-game sweep of Chicago in the National League wild card series with a 4-1 victory, punching their ticket to the divisional round. The Padres won the first matchup as well, eliminating the Cubs without needing a third game. This marks San Diego's return to the NLDS after falling short in previous postseason attempts, while Chicago's season ends early despite holding a wild card spot.