Padres Notes: Winning Streak Ends at 7, Losing Ground in NL West, Jhony Brito Optioned

J.P. Hoornstra | Aug 12, 2024

Aug 11, 2024; Miami, Florida, USA; San Diego Padres pinch-hitter Donovan Solano (39) circles the bases after hitting a two-run home run against the Miami Marlins during the eighth inning at loanDepot Park. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-USA TODAY Sports / Sam Navarro-USA TODAY Sports

The San Diego Padres' seven game winning streak ended Sunday in Miami with a 7-6 loss to the Marlins. They lost ground in the National League West for the first time since July 28, having narrowed the gap between first and second in the division from 6.5 to 3.5 in that span.

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