Machado’s Bruised Finger and Padres’ Playoff Push | MLB News

Manny Machado’s bruised index finger is causing discomfort, but he’s staying in the lineup with a protective sleeve — a recurring issue he calls “a constant thing” every year. Despite a down offensive season, he’s been playing through it, logging more games than any MLB player since 2015 and saying, “They pay me to play.” The Padres, currently holding the final NL wild-card spot with a two-game lead over the Diamondbacks, are counting on his health to make a deep playoff run.

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