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Padres Notes: Joe Musgrove Not Close, SD Pursuing Reliever in Trade, Yu Darvish Could Pitch in 2026

The San Diego Padres lost to the Chicago Cubs, 9-7, on Tuesday evening fell to 43-41 on the year. JP Sears allowed seven runs (six earned) across 4.2 innings, and Ron Marinaccio allowed another two in relief.

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Game 85: San Diego Padres at Chicago Cubs

San Diego Padres (43-41) at Chicago Cubs (48-38), July 1, 2026, 11:20 a.m. PST Watch: Padres.TV Location: Wrigley Field – Chicago, Ill. Listen: 97.3 The Fan Please remember our Game Day thread guidelines.

San Diego Padres News / Gaslamp Ball / July 1

Padres drop series in nine-homer slugfest

For a brief shining moment, it felt like the San Diego Padres might actually win this one. They did that thing they always do. They gave the Friar Faithful hope for a comeback only to snuff it out almost immediately.

MLB News / Gaslamp Ball / June 30

Game 84: San Diego Padres at Chicago Cubs

San Diego Padres (43-40) at Chicago Cubs (47-38), June 30, 2026, 5:05 p.m. PST Watch: Padres.TV Location: Wrigley Field – Chicago, Ill. Listen: 97.3 The Fan Please remember our Game Day thread guidelines.

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San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / June 30

Padres Pursuing Top Reliever in Blockbuster Trade Ahead of Deadline: Report

The MLB trade deadline is quickly approaching, and the San Diego Padres are easily one of the more interesting teams to watch across baseball. Despite the Padres struggling a bit, the front office is still expected to be one of the more active around the league.

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25 MLB players most likely to be traded by the deadline

The MLB Trade Deadline has been quieter in recent years, in part due to playoff expansion, but 2026 is shaping up to be a more exciting one with several big names.

MLB News / Gaslamp Ball / June 30

Heartbreak in Chicago: bad defense, worse hitting continue Padres skid

This was a game that the San Diego Padres could have easily won. The lineup put 11 runners in scoring position against the Chicago Cubs and only managed to convert two of them into runs.

Yu Darvish News / San Diego Padres on SI / June 30

Padres Leaving Door Open for Yu Darvish to Pitch This Season

The San Diego Padres have been without starting pitcher Yu Darvish all year with the veteran undergoing internal brace surgery over the offseason. After having the surgery, Darvish immediately ruled himself out for the 2026 season, with the right-hander pointing to 2027 for a return.

Tarik Skubal News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 30

Padres rumors: San Diego not expected to pursue Tarik Skubal, but trade not out of question

For some reason, the San Diego Padres have been rumored to be interested in superstar pitcher Tarik Skubal. Skubal has seen his name involved in trade rumors for over a year now, and because of A.J.

Adrian Morejon News / Athlon Sports / June 30

Adrian Morejon Shares Honest Take on Padres’ Rumored Trade Target

San Diego Padres relief pitcher Adrian Morejon is a key piece of one of MLB's top bullpens. This season, Padres relievers rank fourth in ERA (3.25), seventh in WHIP (1.24), are tied for eighth in opponent batting average (.233) and are tied for third in strikeouts (356).

Joe Musgrove News / San Diego Padres on SI / June 30

Padres' Joe Musgrove Explains Why He's Still Not Close to Return

The San Diego Padres have been without starting pitcher Joe Musgrove all season as he recovers from a setback suffered during spring training. Musgrove missed the entire 2025 season following Tommy John surgery, and the veteran right-hander was expected to return at the start of this year.

Craig Stammen News / San Diego Padres on SI / June 30

Padres' Craig Stammen Throws Himself Under the Bus for Starting Pitcher's Struggles

Through the first three months of Craig Stammen's tenure as the first-year manager of the San Diego Padres, there has been plenty of learning opportunities.

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25 MLB players who could be first-time All-Stars in 2026

Being named to the Midsummer Classic is one of the biggest honors for MLB players. These 25 players have a chance to make their first All-Star appearance in 2026 based on their first-half performances.

San Diego Padres News / Gaslamp Ball / June 30

The Padres have to be both good and lucky to remain in postseason contention

A baseball season can go in so many different directions. The San Diego Padres came home from a dismal 4-5 road trip, but no time to feel sorry for themselves.

San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / June 30

Padres Notes: SD Signs Veteran, Infielder Demoted, Pitcher Placed on Injured List

The San Diego Padres lost to the Chicago Cubs, 3-2, on Monday night in brutal walk-off fashion. They fell to 43-40 on the year. Right-handed pitcher Jason Adam was charged with the loss and responsible for the Cubs' winning run after coming back out for the ninth inning despite pitching the eighth.

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Jake Cronenworth News / Field Level Media / June 29

Padres activate IF Jake Cronenworth from concussion IL

San Diego Padres infielder Jake Cronenworth was activated from the concussion injured list on Monday after an eight-week absence. The 32-year-old veteran started at second base Monday night against the host Chicago Cubs.

San Diego Padres News / Athlon Sports / June 29

5 Greatest San Diego Padres Hitters of All Time

Even 25 years after his final plate appearance, perennial All-Star outfielder Tony Gwynn remains the greatest hitter in San Diego Padres history. From Gwynn and Dave Winfield through potential future Hall of Fame third basemanManny Machado, the Padres have had plenty of notable hitters throughout the years.

San Diego Padres News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 29

Padres get important pitching injury update after Dodgers series

If the San Diego Padres want to get back to the postseason, they will need their starting pitching to improve. Over the last few years, the rotation had been one of the squad’s strengths, but in 2026, that is not the case.

San Diego Padres News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 29

Padres re-sign infielder to minor league contract

The San Diego Padres on Sunday brought back infielder/outfielder Nick Solak on a new minor league contract after he briefly entered free agency. The 31-year-old will report to Triple-A El Paso, where he has been one of the team’s most productive hitters this season.

San Diego Padres News / Just Baseball / June 28

The Padres Would Be Foolish Not to Lock Up Adrián Morejón

Adrián Morejón’s rise to one of the best relievers in baseball has been anything but conventional. The San Diego Padres originally envisioned him as a starting pitcher, but in 16 games (eight starts) from 2019 to 2021, he would post a 5.91 ERA and a 1.53 WHIP in 32 innings.

MLB News / Field Level Media / June 27

Padres jump ahead early, pull away late against Dodgers

Ty France belted a three-run homer Friday night and Walker Buehler pitched 5 1/3 solid innings as the San Diego Padres stopped the visiting Los Angeles Dodgers 7-1.

Nick Solak News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 26

Nick Solak Elects Free Agency

Infielder Nick Solak has elected free agency after being outrighted by the Padres, according to his transactions tracker at MLB.com. He had been designated for assignment a few days ago.

Walker Buehler News / Field Level Media / June 25

Walker Buehler, improving Padres take aim at rival Dodgers

Before the San Diego Padres started a six-game homestand Monday night against Atlanta, manager Craig Stammen referred to it as a fun challenge. The first half of it was all sorts of fun.

Jake Cronenworth News / Athlon Sports / June 25

Padres Make Jake Cronenworth Decision After 45 Missed Games

San Diego Padres second baseman Jake Cronenworth has not appeared in an MLB game since May 4, missing 45 straight games. He was added to the seven-day injured list on May 5 due to concussion symptoms.

Michael King News / Just Baseball / June 25

The Padres Are Taking Roster Risks That Just Aren’t Working

The 2026 San Diego Padres are the most confusing team in baseball. They are a bottom-five offense in most major categories, have one of the thinnest rotations, have a -8 run differential, and are 17-21 against teams above .500.

Lucas Giolito News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 23

Padres Place Lucas Giolito On IL With Elbow Inflammation

5:45pm: Per Annie Heilbrunn of the San Diego Union-Tribune, Sears will start tomorrow’s game with Vásquez pushed to Friday. 4:55pm: The Padres announced that right-hander Lucas Giolito has been placed on the 15-day injured list, retroactive to June 22nd, with right elbow inflammation.

Manny Machado News / Larry Brown Sports / June 22

Manny Machado sends warning to the rest of MLB

Manny Machado clearly thinks he is set to turn things around after his game-winning home run against the Texas Rangers on Saturday. Machado hit a three-run home run in the top of the tenth inning to power the San Diego Padres to a 6-4 victory at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Tex.

Walker Buehler News / Yardbarker / June 20

Walker Buehler is finding his groove with Padres after rough 2025 season

You can argue that San Diego Padres starter Walker Buehler has been the most consistent in the rotation as of late. Following one of the worst campaigns of his career in 2025, he has settled in nicely, finding his groove with the Padres.

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San Diego Padres News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 17

Padres Outright Ty Adcock, Release Marco Gonzales

The Padres announced they’ve outrighted reliever Ty Adcock after he was designated for assignment over the weekend. San Diego also released starter Marco Gonzales from his minor league contract yesterday, according to the MLB.com transaction log.