The San Diego Padres are leaning on midseason addition Luis Rengifo, whose two-run homer and .435 average over his last four games have helped spark a run of wins as the Padres chase a postseason berth. Rengifo signed a minor-league deal and has delivered multi-RBI performances to bolster a lineup that remains thin at times in a crowded NL race. Despite the surge from role players, San Diego still contends with pitching depth issues and remains several games under .500 while chasing a wild-card spot behind the Dodgers in the NL West. Team leadership has flagged looming trade-deadline plans under A.J. Preller as they seek upgrades to the rotation and bullpen. The upcoming series against the Miami Marlins, who are also sliding, will test whether Padres momentum can translate into consistent wins, with veterans like Manny Machado contributing on offense. The context remains that San Diego trails in the division standings and aims to maximize opportunities in July.