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On YouTubeSan Diego Padres News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 5
27-run explosion nearly sets spring training record
March 5, 2026, was a day that will live on in history for the San Diego Padres. In a single day, they had eight players hit home runs against the Seattle Mariners.
MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 5
Padres primed for Opening Day, jacks ‘record’ 8 HRs vs Mariners
The San Diego Padres are going long in Spring Training, literally. On Thursday, they trounced the Seattle Mariners in a Spring Training game, 27-6. In the second inning, they notched 12 runs in the top of the second inning.
Joe Musgrove News / San Diego Padres on SI / March 5
Padres Manager Makes Bold Joe Musgrove Declaration Ahead of Season
San Diego Padres manager Craig Stammen made a bold declaration regarding right-handed pitcher Joe Musgrove ahead of the 2026 season. “Joe’s capable of being the best pitcher in the National League,” Stammen said.
The '50-HR, .300 average MLB seasons' quiz
How many of the 20 MLB players to bat .300 and mash 50 home runs in the same season can you name in five minutes?
Walker Buehler News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 5
Padres’ Walker Buehler reveals when his elbow stopped hurting after Tommy John surgery
Walker Buehler was forced to undergo Tommy John surgery back in 2022 when he was playing for the Los Angeles Dodgers. The injury forced him to miss the entire 2023 campaign.
One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026
As Spring Training opens for 2026, all 30 teams have high hopes and big questions. These are the storylines to follow for each team heading into Opening Day.
MLB News / San Diego Padres on SI / March 5
Padres Radio Host Takes Shot at Diamondbacks Pitcher for Spurning San Diego
San Diego Padres radio host Darren Smith took a shot at Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Merrill Kelly for spurning the Friars in free agency. On Friar Territory, Smith made his pointed remarks toward Kelly.
MLB News / San Diego Padres on SI / March 5
Dodgers Manager Dave Roberts Sends Message to Walker Buehler After Joining Padres
Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts sent a message to Walker Buehler after joining the San Diego Padres. Roberts was Buehler's manager for the first seven seasons of his career, watching the right-hander blossom into a two-time MLB All-Star.
Michael King News / San Diego Padres on SI / March 5
Padres Coaches Reveal What Team is Looking for in Fifth Starter Competition
One of the most important storylines for the San Diego Padres this spring training is the battle for the No. 5 spot in the starting rotation. The top four spots of the rotation are all but set with Michael King, Nick Pivetta, Joe Musgrove and Randy Vásquez.
San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / March 5
Padres Notes: One Trade to Make Before Opening Day, Doubts Over Fifth Starter, Bryan Hoeing Injury Concern
The San Diego Padres welcomed the return of Joe Musgrove on Wednesday as he played in his first game since the 2024 postseason. Musgrove struggled in the
Joe Musgrove News / Gaslamp Ball / March 5
Joe Musgrove takes mound for Padres, game ends in 2-2 tie 
It probably was not the exact start Joe Musgrove had in mind for his return to the mound in the San Diego Padres’ 2-2 tie with Great Britain at the Peoria Sports Complex on Wednesday, but it was positive.
25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season
The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.
San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / March 4
Surprise Pitcher Emerging as Candidate to Make Padres' Opening Day Roster
A new candidate is emerging to potentially make the San Diego Padres' Opening Day roster. Right-handed pitcher Logan Gillaspie, who was nothing more than an afterthought to make the team's loaded bullpen entering spring training, has put himself on the map as a potential option with three weeks to go until Opening Day.
MLB News / Athlon Sports / March 4
Fernando Tatis Jr. Sends Message to Juan Soto Amid World Baseball Classic
The World Baseball Classic is set to begin this week, and Team Dominican Republic features some of the league’s best talent. Two of those superstars are San Diego Padres outfielder Fernando Tatis Jr.
San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / March 4
Padres' Fernando Tatis Calls Out Team Japan Ahead of World Baseball Classic
San Diego Padres superstar Fernando Tatis Jr. called out Team Japan ahead of the World Baseball Classic. Tatis will represent the Dominican Republic alongside teammate Manny Machado and other MLB stars such as Juan Soto, Julio Rodríguez, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.
Joe Musgrove News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 4
Padres’ Joe Musgrove accomplishes impressive feat in return from Tommy John surgery
The San Diego Padres are hoping to have a strong season this year, and one of the things to be excited about is the return of veteran right-hander Joe Musgrove.
San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / March 4
Doubts Growing Inside Padres Organization Over Final Rotation Spot: Report
The San Diego Padres have the best bullpen and one of the best lineups in Major League Baseball. The same can't be said about their starting rotation. With Dylan Cease gone to the Toronto Blue Jays and Yu Darvish on the shelf after undergoing major elbow surgery, the Padres' rotation is full of question marks.
San Diego Padres News / Just Baseball / March 4
Which Padres Are in the 2026 World Baseball Classic?
The World Baseball Classic is officially underway, with exhibition games kicking off on Tuesday and the first pool play game occurring on Wednesday. As
San Diego Padres News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 3
How Will The Padres Round Out Their Rotation?
Barring injury, the Padres will open the season with an established top three in their rotation. Nick Pivetta, Michael King and Joe Musgrove have the upside to be one of the best top halves in the National League.
Fernando Tatis Jr. News / Athlon Sports / March 3
Padres Have Made a Big Fernando Tatis Jr. Mistake
The San Diego Padres are gearing up for another competitive season with a largely untouched offensive core, led once again by right-fielder Fernando Tatis Jr.
Blake Hunt News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 2
Padres’ Blake Hunt Shut Down Due To Oblique Injury
The Padres recently shut down catcher Blake Hunt due to an oblique injury, as reported by Kevin Acee of the San Diego Union-Tribune. Hunt’s exact timeline for return to action isn’t currently known, but he figures to be sidelined for the foreseeable future.
Alex Verdugo News / Yardbarker / March 1
Padres take low-cost flier on Alex Verdugo
The San Diego Padres had been interested in outfielder Alex Verdugo in the past.
Bryan Hoeing News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 1
Padres Shut Bryan Hoeing Down With Elbow Discomfort
Padres right-hander Bryan Hoeing is likely to miss the start of the season, according to a report from Kevin Acee of the San Diego Union-Tribune. Per Acee, Hoeing is dealing with some discomfort in his throwing elbow and has been shut down by San Diego as a result.
Drew Brees News / Yardbarker / February 26
Former Chargers quarterback could be part of Padres future
Quarterback Drew Brees spent the first five years of his Hall of Fame career with the then San Diego Chargers. He may be a part of the San Diego sports landscape once again.
Matt Waldron News / Yardbarker / February 24
Padres' Matt Waldron faces setback after minor procedure; rotation depth clouds role
San Diego Padres right-hander Matt Waldron experienced a setback in camp Tuesday after the knuckleballer underwent a minor procedure to treat an infection in his "rear end," according to Kevin Acee of the San Diego Union-Tribune.
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