May 14, 2021; San Diego, California, USA; St. Louis Cardinals second baseman Matt Carpenter (L) forces out San Diego Padres catcher Austin Nola (26) at second base and throws to first base late attempting to complete a double play during the second inning at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: Orlando Ramirez-USA TODAY Sports
The St. Louis Cardinals welcome the San Diego Padres to town this weekend for a three-game set with massive playoff implications.
The St. Louis Cardinals might have their most pivotal series of the entire season this week. Having just taken the lead the wild card race, they welcome the San Diego Padres for three games this weekend in what could ultimately determine their postseason fate.