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San Diego Padres News / Gaslamp Ball / February 10

Padres look to small additions to step up in major way

The San Diego Padres still have a lot to determine as Spring Training kicks off with their game against the Seattle Mariners on Feb. 20. Among the 28 non-roster

San Diego Padres News / Gaslamp Ball / February 10

A change in philosophy in 2026

The San Diego Padres season ended on a sour note in 2025. Losing two out of three to the Chicago Cubs in the Wild Card series, the team then lost its manager when he retired 11 days after the season ended.

MLB News / San Diego Padres on SI / February 10

5 Things That Must Happen for the Padres to Dethrone the Dodgers in the NL West

The Padres haven’t won the division since 2006, and for parts of the 2025 season, it looked like that drought would finally end. The Padres opened the year on fire, racing out to a 15–4 start that matched the best 19-game stretch in franchise history.

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Luis Arraez News / San Diego Padres on SI / February 10

Luis Arraez Became Drain on Padres Offense, Says Insider

Former San Diego Padres infielder Luis Arraez became a drain on offense, according to the San Diego Union Tribune's Kevin Acee. Arraez, a three-time batting champion, struggled throughout the 2025 season.

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25 MLB players who have the most to prove in 2026

The new MLB season brings opportunities as players head into their walk years and try to rebound from subpar performances. These 25 players stand out heading into 2026.

Should Red Sox trade for former All-Star infielder?

Mariners getting needed bat in All-Star Brendon Donovan via three-team deal with Cardinals, Rays

Giants CEO calls Dodgers a 'dragon to slay'

Yankees' latest endeavor points to a Jasson Dominguez mistake waiting to happen

Top of Phillies' rotation is elite, but also comes with questions

Manny Machado News / San Diego Padres on SI / February 10

Tatis, Machado Among 11 Padres Headed to World Baseball Classic

The San Diego Padres will be among the most represented MLB clubs at the 2026 World Baseball Classic, with 11 players set to compete for their respective countries when the tournament begins in March.

San Diego Padres News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 10

Craig Stammen gets 100% real on Padres possibly making more moves in spring training

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.

San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / February 10

Padres Potential Lineup for 2026 Season Revealed

The San Diego Padres' potential lineup for the 2026 season has been revealed. While Padres manager Craig Stammen will use spring training to evaluate the team's lineup construction for his inaugural season as skipper, the San Diego Union Tribune's Kevin Acee provided two potential lineups the Friars could use in 2026.

Nestor Cortes News / Total Pro Sports / February 10

What Happened To Nestor Cortes Jr.? Latest Update On The Former Yankees Star

Nestor Cortes Jr. was once a top pitcher in the MLB. Cortes’ stint with the New York Yankees was great in 2021 and 2022. The southpaw held an ERA below 3.00 in both years, but his decline started in 2023.

Sung-Mun Song News / San Diego Padres on SI / February 9

A Surprise Name Is Emerging as the Padres’ DH Option for 2026

The Padres’ biggest signing of the offseason came in December, when the team added Korean star Sung-Mun Song on a four-year, $15 million deal. Song was a necessary addition to the lineup, especially in hindsight with left-handed bats Ryan O’Hearn and Luis Arraez signing with National League rivals Pittsburgh and San Francisco, respectively.

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The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

Joe Musgrove News / San Diego Padres on SI / February 8

As Pitchers and Catchers Report, Joe Musgrove’s Return Takes Center Stage for the Padres

Pitchers and catchers report to spring training this week as the conclusion of the Super Bowl signals the beginning of baseball season! Among the Padres players set to arrive at the training complex in Peoria, Arizona, is starting pitcher Joe Musgrove.

A.J. Preller News / San Diego Padres on SI / February 8

A.J. Preller Extension Talks Expected as Padres Enter Next Phase of Offseason

With the offseason’s hot stove cooling down, the Padres organization now has time to work on an extension for current general manager A.J. Preller. In theory, you would expect the long-tenured GM to need a successful 2026 season to earn an extension, but there are reasons on both sides to get a deal done beforehand.

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San Diego Padres News / Total Pro Sports / February 8

MLB Analyst Expects Padres Superstar To Be Top MVP Contender In 2026

Fernando Tatis Jr. re-established himself as one of the elite performers in the MLB following an outstanding 2025 campaign. It was the best season for the San Diego Padres since Tatis Jr.

Isaac Paredes News / San Diego Padres on SI / February 7

Isaac Paredes Emerges as Possible Trade Target for Padres - Mock Trade

With nearly every significant free-agent bat off the board, the offensive trade block is heating up. Leading the group of available names is Astros third baseman Isaac Paredes.

San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / February 7

The Padres Share a Border With Tijuana, Yet Have No Players Representing Team Mexico

World Baseball Classic rosters were announced this week, and the Padres organization will be represented by eight players across five teams. Headlining the group are Dominican superstars Manny Machado and Fernando Tatis Jr., along with American flamethrower Mason Miller.

Fernando Tatis Jr. News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 7

Will Padres’ Fernando Tatis Jr. make 2026 MVP run? Analyst says it’s possible

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.

San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / February 7

A Jersey Number Trade Has Cleared the Way for the Padres’ New Korean Star

Korean superstar Sung-Mon Song will wear No. 24 for the upcoming season after infielder Will Wagner switched his number from 24 to seven. Seven was last worn in San Diego by Jose Iglesias in 2025, when he produced a 73 wRC+.

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / February 6

Paul Goldschmidt is being linked to one team in free agency

Paul Goldschmidt might be pulling a reverse Juan Soto.

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San Diego Padres News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 4

Legal battle over Padres' ownership one step closer to resolution

The legal battle which has been hovering over the Padres for the past year-plus moved a bit closer to resolution this week. While it’s not over the finish line, it appears the club took one step toward closer and potentially being sold.

David Peralta News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 4

David Peralta Announces Retirement

Longtime Diamondbacks outfielder David Peralta is formally retiring from baseball. He provided a statement to MLBTR announcing the news: “I want to formally announce my retirement from baseball.

Fernando Tatis Jr. News / Athlon Sports / February 4

MLB Makes Fernando Tatis Jr. Announcement Before Padres Season

San Diego Padres right fielder Fernando Tatis Jr. has been incredible throughout his Major League Baseball career. In six seasons, not including 2022, when he missed the year due to injury and a PED suspension, Tatis has hit .277 with an OPS of .868, totaling 152 home runs and 393 RBIs.

Yu Darvish News / Just Baseball / February 1

What Would Yu Darvish’s Retirement Mean for the Padres?

On January 24, Kevin Acee of the San Diego Union-Tribune reported that Yu Darvish was retiring. The report sparked immediate reaction across social media, prompting Darvish’s agent, Joel Wolfe, to refute the claim later that day.

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / January 31