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Padres' Xander Bogaerts Responds to Being Dropped in Lineup

San Diego Padres shortstop Xander Bogaerts has struggled all season to perform up to his usual batting standards, and on Tuesday he paid the price. In the Padres' 8-3 win over the Atlanta Braves, Bogaerts was dropped to the No.

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Game 102: San Diego Padres at Atlanta Braves

San Diego Padres (50-51) at Atlanta Braves (58-42), July 22, 2026, 4:15 p.m. PST Watch: Padres.TV Location: Truist Park – Atlanta, GA Listen: 97.3 The Fan Please remember our Game Day thread guidelines.

San Diego Padres News / Gaslamp Ball / July 22

Padres bounce back against Atlanta in balanced win

The San Diego Padres may have played one of their most balanced games of the season in the second matchup versus the Braves in Atlanta on Tuesday. The newly rejiggered lineup paid off and starter Walker Buehler was able to push through some second inning wildness to complete more than five innings for the 8-3 win.

Wandy Peralta News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 22

Padres Discussing Wandy Peralta In Trade Talks

The Padres have been “actively discussing” left-handed reliever Wandy Peralta in trade talks recently, reports Jon Heyman of the New York Post. There’s no indication a deal is close at this time.

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The 'Most 40-HR MLB seasons' quiz

How many of the 51 MLB players with three or more 40 home run seasons can you name in seven minutes?

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The 'MLB Playoff strikeout-leaders' quiz

San Diego Padres News / Viral Sports News / July 22

Padres Actively Looking to Trade Former Yankees Star

The San Diego Padres continue to generate buzz around the upcoming trade deadline, with left-handed reliever Wandy Peralta now drawing attention from other teams.

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Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century

The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.

San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / July 22

Padres Actively Discussing Trade Involving Key Reliever: Report

The MLB trade deadline is now under two weeks away, and the San Diego Padres still aren't giving a clear answer on what direction the front office will take.

San Diego Padres News / Athlon Sports / July 22

Padres Reliever Generating Significant Trade Interest

Major League Baseball's trade deadline is less than two weeks away, and the rumors are starting to heat up. To the surprise of nobody, the San Diego Padres are right in the middle of them.

San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / July 22

Padres Pitcher Reveals What Caused Him to Faint Leading to ER Visit

The San Diego Padres reinstated veteran right-hander Randy Vásquez from the 15-day injured list recently, giving the team a boost in the pitching department.

Fernando Tatis Jr. News / Athlon Sports / July 22

Padres' Fernando Tatis Jr. Had Words After Win Against Braves

Fernando Tatis Jr. backed up his performance with a message for his teammates after helping the San Diego Padres earn an important 8-3 victory over the Atlanta Braves on Tuesday night.

Mason Miller News / San Diego Padres on SI / July 22

Padres Notes: Rival Execs Expect Mason Miller Trade, New Owners ‘Hate’ Dodgers, Mets Starter to SD?

The San Diego Padres took down the Atlanta Braves, 8-3, on Tuesday evening to even up the series and improve to 50-51 on the year. Walker Buehler earned win No.

Manny Machado News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 22

Padres’ Manny Machado passes MLB legend after huge night vs.Braves

It has not been the easiest of seasons for the San Diego Padres, a team with a sputtering offense that has since fallen down in the NL West standings. On Tuesday, however, the Padres showed signs of life, scoring eight runs in an 8-3 win over the Atlanta Braves on the road — with third baseman Manny Machado dominating the proceedings.

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The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series

Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.

Manny Machado News / Field Level Media / July 21

Manny Machado blasts two HR's as Padres best Braves

Manny Machado hit a pair of home runs and starter Walker Buehler recovered from early troubles to pitch 5 2/3 strong innings and help the visiting San Diego Padres beat the Atlanta Braves 8-3 on Tuesday.

Fernando Tatis Jr. News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 21

Padres’ Fernando Tatis Jr. home run sets new 2026 record

San Diego Padres star outfielder Fernando Tatis Jr. had a big outing in Tuesday night’s 8-3 win by the Friars in their matchup against the Atlanta Braves at Truist Park in Atlanta.

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The 'NFL yards-per-catch leaders' quiz

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San Diego Padres News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 21

Why Padres are ‘trending towards selling’ per Ken Rosenthal

The San Diego Padres are not having the greatest season in 2026. At the same time, they are not entirely out of the postseason picture. The Friars enter play on Tuesday sitting just two-and-a-half games back of the final NL Wild Card spot.

Mason Miller News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 21

Pirates’ perfect trade offer for Padres’ Mason Miller

The Pittsburgh Pirates are a team trying to get bullpen help, ahead of the Major League Baseball trade deadline. Pittsburgh has been having a fairly strong season, with a 52-49 record heading into Tuesday.

Kash Mayfield News / San Diego Padres on SI / July 21

Ex-GM Proposes Padres Land Mets All-Star for Top Prospect Kash Mayfield

The San Diego Padres have multiple needs heading into the Aug. 3 trade deadline this summer. The team needs both offensive help and more starting pitching, giving president of baseball operations A.J.

Mason Miller News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 21

Mariners’ perfect trade offer for Padres’ Mason Miller

The Seattle Mariners may not be playing up to their expectations, but they are still leading the American League West standings as of this story’s writing despite their mediocre 51-50 record.

San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / July 21

Padres' New Ownership Group Reportedly 'Hates' Dodgers

The San Diego Padres are working under uncertain circumstances as the Aug. 3 trade deadline approaches this year. Not only does the team not know which direction that the front office will take between buying and selling, but there set to be a new ownership group in place.

Walker Buehler News / Field Level Media / July 21

Mired in 'rough' stretch, Padres' Walker Buehler seeks to bounce back vs. Braves

Two pitchers with a lot to prove will face off on Tuesday night when the Atlanta Braves host the San Diego Padres in the second contest of a four-game series.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 21

Yankees could be denied Mason Miller trade for one reason

If the San Diego Padres do indeed decide to trade All-Star closer Mason Miller before the upcoming MLB trade deadline, one MLB insider believes the New York Yankees might miss out on him for one simple reason.

Yankees expected to use former top prospects as trade assets

Yankees' Jazz Chisholm Jr. shares blunt admission after heroics in win over Dodgers

Yankees and Rays could battle for Twins talent at trade deadline

Angels have one long-term replacement if Mike Trout Is traded

Historically bad start could complicate Twins pitcher Joe Ryan's trade market

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Miguel Andujar News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 20