Manny Machado deals with an August power slump as the San Diego Padres drive toward the postseason. The latest power outage creates familiar concern during the stretch run. The Padres recently played against the Pittsburgh Pirates in late August 2026 on the schedule.
Despite the hitting slump, Machado keeps working to further his Hall of Fame case. Coverage from FanSided and Padres Mission indicates that the slump does not mark the end of his or the team's broader journey. His long-term legacy gains traction even as San Diego works through the ongoing playoff push.