Max Fried, Braves look to extend series vs. Padres Joe Musgrove and the Padres (93-69) will host the Braves (89-73) at PETCO Park in San Diego, and the Padres are favored on the money line (-123). The over/under line is currently at 6.5 runs, and ESPN2 will be televising this NL matchup. Max Fried will be starting for the Braves, who are 3rd in the NL East. Musgrove is 11-9 this season, while Fried has a record of 14-7. In the NL West, the Padres are currently 2nd, trailing the Giants by one game. Atlanta vs. San Diego Key Information Teams: Braves at Padres Where: PETCO Park San Diego Date: Wednesday, October 2nd Betting Odds SD -123 | ATL +104

Charlotte FC hope to uplift fans by clinching playoffs vs. Fire Charlotte FC stands on the verge of securing their spot in the Major League Soccer (MLS) playoffs, and their showdown against the visiting Chicago Fire on Wednesday night could mark a pivotal moment in their season. With playoff hopes high and the community rallying behind them, Charlotte aims to deliver a victory that would uplift both their standings and the spirits of their fans. Hungry for Playoff Success For Charlotte FC (11-11-9, 42 points), a win against Chicago would guarantee a place in the postseason. A draw could also secure their spot, depending on the outcomes of other matches. Defender Adilson Malanda expressed the team’s collective drive: “We are

Eyeing East wild-card spot, Toronto FC face slumping Red Bulls Toronto FC is looking to break a three-match winless streak and move one step closer to securing an Eastern Conference wild-card spot as they prepare to host the struggling New York Red Bulls on Wednesday night. Both teams are battling form issues, but for Toronto, this game represents a critical opportunity to solidify their playoff ambitions. Toronto FC: Fighting for Playoff Survival Toronto FC (11-17-4, 37 points) is currently sitting in eighth place in the Eastern Conference, a position that would allow them to host a conference wild-card match. However, their place is far from secure. TFC has only picked up one point from their last three league games, and

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