Lots of competition for playoff spots in NL. Padres and division leaders are ≥9 games over .500 and sure in.
But for spots 5-8, relative to .500:
*Marlins +2, Phillies +1, Cardinals = Reds =Giants 0, Brewers -2.
So six teams bunched for four spots. I'd prefer not to face the Reds.
I'd not mind having the Reds staff face the Dodgers in a short series and perhaps pull off an upset.