Seven of the Giants’ next 10 games come vs. the Padres, who went all-in at the trade deadline and hold a 7-game advantage.

The Houston Astros will welcome home former third baseman and Boston Red Sox slugger Alex Bregman this homestand. He won’t be the only one.

Agent Fern Cuza said the 55-year-old closer, baseball’s career leader in saves, will have the operation within a week.