Desperate for momentum, Padres eye series win over Pirates

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Usually, going into the deciding matchup of a three-game series with the struggling Pittsburgh Pirates wouldn't be considered a sign of good things.

However, the San Diego Padres have been searching for hints that a long-awaited surge might be on the horizon. After losing the series opener, the Padres prevailed on Tuesday and have their sights set on winning the series in the