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Free agent pitcher Walker Buehler has found his next home. After bouncing from the Boston Red Sox to the Philadelphia Phillies in 2025 off the back of a legend-making World Series performance for the Los Angeles Dodgers in 2024, Buehler is returning to the division that made him a champion, signing a minor league contract […]

The San Diego Padres could have a new owner in the near future, but they will not have a new home. Three months after he announced he would explore selling the team, chairman John Seidler made a firm proclamation regarding The Friars’ long-term residence. “The Padres aren’t moving from San Diego,” he told reporters at […]

The San Diego Padres and general manager AJ Preller agreed to a contract extension, as he was heading into the final year of his contract. This felt like a no-brainer for the Padres after all the key moves that he’s made at the position, and the more recent one being signing Nick Castellanos after he […]

The San Diego Padres face the incredibly challenging task of facing the back-to-back World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers in the National League West. Many would say the race for first place is over before the first pitch is even thrown, but the Padres are not the team to concede anything to their hated rivals. […]

The San Diego Padres are looking for that spark to bring them over the hump. After a heartbreaking loss to the Chicago Cubs in the Wild Card round, San Diego is looking to bounce back this season. They’ve already made an intriguing move by signing disgraced Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Nick Castellanos. Now, San Diego is […]

When you ask for things in the universe in good faith, there’s a good chance that they could come to fruition. The San Diego Padres probably just figured that out, because a day after Manny Machado said that general manager AJ Preller needed a contract extension, he indeed received it, according to Kevin Acee of […]

San Diego Padres general manager AJ Preller is entering the final year of his contract. However, star third baseman Manny Machado doesn’t want to see him leave the franchise anytime soon. After Preller signed Nick Castellanos in free agency, he received a major endorsement from the third baseman. But the general manager knows Machado may […]

The San Diego Padres picked up slugger Nick Castellanos on Saturday, after he had been released by the Philadelphia Phillies. Castellanos is opening up about his time in Philadelphia. It was rumored that he had soured on the team, argued openly with his manager, and even brought alcohol into the Phillies dugout. “In the moment, […]

Playing for the San Diego Padres, Manny Machado will be doing anything in his power to help take down the Los Angeles Dodgers and win the NL West. However, there’s one thing Machado can’t help admire from the rival organization. The Dodgers have drawn the ire of many for their free agency spending, with some […]

After a public divorce with the Philadelphia Phillies, Nick Castellanos joined the San Diego Padres in free agency. Now, manager Craig Stammen has determined exactly where he will play on the team. Castellanos will operate mainly as a designated hitter and outfielder, with some first base mixed in, via Bob Nightengale of USA Today. Overall, […]

The San Diego Padres didn’t open up the brink trunks like other teams this offseason, but they were still able to get some quality players in their clubhouse. One of their biggest signings was Nick Castellanos, who was released by the Philadelphia Phillies, but is still getting paid his $20 million that he had with […]

The San Diego Padres and starting pitcher German Marquez are reportedly in agreement on a one-year contract, according to Alden Gonzalez of ESPN. It has been a busy Saturday for the Padres, who already agreed to contracts with Nick Castellanos and Griffin Canning earlier in the day. Marquez is a 30-year-old pitcher who previously spent […]

Mason Miller is one of the best closers in MLB. He does have some starting pitching experience in the big leagues, however. Some rumors have swirled in past years that have suggested Miller could transition to becoming a starter. It was recently determined that Miller would remain in his closing role, but was he close […]

The San Diego Padres agreed to a contract with Nick Castellanos on Saturday following his recent release from the Philadelphia Phillies. Castellanos and the Phillies had a drama-filled season in 2025, with the most recent news coming via a handwritten letter from Castellanos himself. In the letter — which Castellanos shared following his release from […]

The San Diego Padres are making a few moves as spring training games get ready to start in Major League Baseball. San Diego is signing former New York Mets pitcher Griffin Canning, per Major League Baseball insider Robert Murray. Canning started 16 games during the 2025 season for New York. He finished the season with […]

The San Diego Padres are picking up Nick Castellanos, after he was recently released by the Philadelphia Phillies. Castellanos is agreeing to a contract with San Diego, per the New York Post. The veteran outfielder is expected to play a number of positions for the Padres. “Castellanos will be some combo of DH, 1B and […]

The San Diego Padres are going to come into the 2026 season with a ton of expectations. They battle with the two-time defending champions, the Los Angeles Dodgers, in the NL West; however, they have been one of the few teams in the National League with the capability of taking them down. It won’t be […]

SCOTTSDALE, AZ — Fernando Tatis Jr. has made the move from shortstop to the outfield without any trouble. In fact, he’s become a Platinum Glove defender. Expectations are high for Tatis in 2026 both from an offensive and defensive standpoint. During Cactus League Spring Training Media Day in Arizona, new Padres manager Craig Stammen shared […]

The San Diego Padres are in the process of bringing in new ownership in the near future. Current owner, John Seidler, brother of former owner Peter Seidler, announced he will explore the sale of the team on November 13, 2025. The Padres are now close to making a final decision on the matter. It seems […]

The Philadelphia Phillies didn’t just make a roster move Thursday—they made a bold call. The team released outfielder and designated hitter Nick Castellanos and agreed to pay the remaining $20 million on his 2026 deal. The message was simple. Results and team chemistry matter more than money already spent. With Spring Training about to begin […]

With the San Diego Padres in rumors surrounding star players the team can still obtain, the ball club is no doubt looking to make some major noise in 2026. As the Padres are led by Fernando Tatis Jr., Manny Machado, and many others, general manager AJ Preller speaks on the team’s chances this upcoming season. […]

The San Diego Padres won’t have potential future Hall of Famer Yu Darvish pitch this season; however, the hope is that he stays as close as he can to be a coaching presence in the clubhouse. The Padres will benefit with him around. Darvish underwent Tommy John surgery right after last season ended, forcing the […]

One of the last Major League Baseball free agents available on the board is star pitcher Zac Gallen. Gallen, who pitched for the Arizona Diamondbacks in 2025, is getting a lot of interest. Free agency talks are heating up for Gallen as Spring Training starts, per USA Today. “Teams showing the most interest: San Diego […]

As Spring Training begins for Major League Baseball teams, many clubs are still trying to pick up free agents and bolster rosters. The San Diego Padres, who made the MLB postseason in 2025, are no exception. Padres manager Craig Stammen is teasing that the team may have another transaction coming down the line. “AJ’s always […]

The San Diego Padres are hoping that superstar Fernando Tatis Jr. can turn into a legit MVP candidate once again. Tatis finished third in MVP voting in 2021, but has had difficulties staying on the field since then. People in the media have been trying to say he can be an MVP candidate every offseason. […]

With spring training just around the corner, Justin Verlander continues to be one of the most prominent free agents on the market. The veteran right-hander’s durable 2025 campaign with the San Francisco Giants has continued to generate interest, keeping conversations in free agency active among teams still searching for rotation stability. As the offseason enters […]

With the San Diego Padres looking to grab attention this season by making a lot of noise with their team, one move that they seemed to miss out on is pitcher Framber Valdez, who ended up signing with the Detroit Tigers. As the Padres prepare for Spring Training with the season nearing closer, the latest […]

At this stage of free agency, there aren’t too many impactful position players left on the market. MLB teams now have to buy low on certain players and hope that they contribute for the upcoming campaign. On Wednesday, the San Diego Padres took a chance on a former New York Yankees corner infielder/outfielder to try […]

Baseball is around the corner! The San Diego Padres had a quiet offseason, but knowing general manager A.J. Preller, the Padres could make a splash in free agency or a trade at any time ahead of the season. Preller has traded for a player during spring training a few times (Sean Manaea, Dylan Cease). As […]

The San Diego Padres are in the process of bringing in new ownership in the near future. Current owner, John Seidler, brother of former owner Peter Seidler, announced he will explore the sale of the team on November 13, 2025. With February now here, the Padres may be close to finding new ownership. According to […]

The San Diego Padres hope to return to the postseason in 2026. San Diego is reportedly looking at adding some pitching, ahead of the upcoming campaign. One of the reasons is because the Padres don’t know if starting pitcher Yu Darvish is coming back, or retiring. Padres general manager AJ Preller addressed Darvish’s future when […]

San Diego Padres star Fernando Tatis Jr. had a strong 2025 season for most players’ standards. For Tatis’ standards, though, it was an up and down season. On Saturday, Tatis addressed his inconsistency in 2025 and made a bold prediction for his 2026 performance, via 97.3 The Fan. “Mechanical more than anything else,” Tatis said […]

San Diego Padres third baseman Manny Machado is probably going to be a Hall of Famer someday. He is a seven-time All-Star who has been consistently one of the better players in the sport throughout his career. At 33 years old, Machado is still playing at a high level, yet he has become one of […]

San Diego Padres outfielder Jackson Merrill wasted no time establishing himself as a star in his 2024 rookie season. Merrill slashed .292/.326/.500 across 156 games played. He ultimately earned an All-Star selection and finished second in National League Rookie of the Year voting. In 2025, Merrill took a step in the wrong direction, hitting just […]

The San Diego Padres are looking to return to the postseason in 2026. San Diego is trying to offset the loss of starting pitcher Dylan Cease, who left the team in free agency. Another free agent hurler, Framber Valdez, is being mentioned as a possible fit for the Padres. There’s a snag though that could […]

Fernando Tatis Jr. and the San Diego Padres will enter a pivotal 2026 MLB campaign after an early playoff exit and lackluster offseason (to this point), but before the pressure cooker turns up, the focus will be on promoting national pride. The All-Star outfielder will represent Dominican Republic in March’s World Baseball Classic. He expressed […]

The 2026 season is quickly approaching, and it appears the San Diego Padres are bringing in a veteran pitcher to add some depth to the roster. It’s a move that could bring plenty of experience to the team, as the club is making an effort to reach its third consecutive postseason appearance. Reports indicate that […]

The San Diego Padres have had a quiet winter, not going after free agents nor being involved in any trades. Compared to the last few offseasons, that hasn’t been the case. The Padres are normally one of the more active teams in the league. The team resigned starter Michael King and signed Korean infielder Sung-Mung […]

Luis Arraez is one of the game’s best hitters. He has elite vision, even though he does not take many walks. Arraez is a great clubhouse player, but his inability to hit for power is making it tough for him to earn a contract he feels he deserves. Arraez is a three-time batting champion. He […]