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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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Padres Lose Another Free Agent Target to Familiar NL Team

On Tuesday morning, the Pittsburgh Pirates signed three-time All-Star Marcell Ozuna to a one-year, $12 million contract. The right-handed slugger was one of the Padres' top targets during free agency.

San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / February 9

One Young Pitcher Is Set to Stand Out Early at Padres Spring Training

The NFL season is over as Padres pitchers and catchers report to the Peoria spring training complex throughout the week. While Joe Musgrove’s return from injury and a bullpen stacked with flamethrowers project to headline February camp, it’s top prospect Kruz Schoolcraft who could make his presence felt early.

MLB News / San Diego Padres on SI / February 9

Rays Sign Former Padres Hybrid Pitcher, Ending Reunion Possibility

Former Padres hybrid pitcher Nick Martinez has signed a one-year, $13 million contract with the Tampa Bay Rays that includes a mutual option for 2027. Martinez last pitched in San Diego in 2023, when he logged 110.1 innings with a 3.43 ERA.

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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.

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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

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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.

San Diego Padres 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+.

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

One Under-the-Radar Padre Could Shape the Dominican Republic’s WBC Run

The World Baseball Classic rosters are officially set, and the San Diego Padres will be well represented. Both MLB and minor league players from the organization are set to represent their respective countries, but the headliners are Dominican superstars Fernando Tatis Jr.

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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.

Paul Goldschmidt News / San Diego Padres on SI / February 6

Padres Miss Out on Paul Goldschmidt but Remain Active in Free Agency

Padres free-agent target Paul Goldschmidt has re-signed with the New York Yankees on a one-year deal. It was initially believed that the Padres would remove themselves from the right-handed platoon market after adding Miguel Andújar earlier this week, but San Diego remained a finalist for Goldschmidt before he ultimately chose to stay in New York.

A.J. Preller News / San Diego Padres on SI / February 6

How A.J. Preller Quietly Saved the Padres Millions This Arbitration Season

February marks the final month of the MLB offseason, which also means arbitration hearings are in full swing. These hearings occur when players reach arbitration eligibility, requiring the player and team to agree on a one-year contract based on production and service time.

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Padres rumors: Did San Diego pursue Framber Valdez before he signed with Tigers?

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.

San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / February 6

Padres Take Low-Risk Swing on Power Bat With International Experience

The Padres have made a sneaky addition to their group of minor league contracts, signing 27-year-old first baseman and outfielder Leandro Cedeño. Cedeño is looking to make an MLB roster for the first time in his career after extensive time in the minor leagues and overseas.

San Diego Padres News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 4

Padres grab attention with intriguing $4 million move on ex-Yankee

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.

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.

San Diego Padres News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 4

Padres make important spring training roster announcement

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.

San Diego Padres News / New Baseball Media / February 4

Padres’ 2026 Spring Training Non-Roster Invites Include Salas, Haynes

The Padres announced which players will be going to Arizona in February as non-roster invites to 2026 big league Spring Training. It’s not a lengthy list, thanks to trades and the fact that many of San Diego’s better prospects are on the 40-man roster.

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.