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Walker Buehler Downplays Rivalry With Dodgers After Joining Padres

Veteran right-handed pitcher Walker Buehler made his debut for the Padres this week against the San Francisco Giants, and things didn't go exactly as planned.

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Padres Make Attendance History Through First 6 Games at Petco Park This Season

San Diego Padres fans helped make franchise history through the first week of the 2026 Major League Baseball season. The Padres announced sellouts for all six games of the team's season-opening homestand against the Detroit Tigers and San Francisco Giants.

San Diego Padres News / Gaslamp Ball / April 3

With momentum heading into first road series, Padres turn to Boston

The San Diego Padres needed a win like Wednesday afternoon’s. As the Padres bludgeoned the San Francisco Giants, 7-1, to salvage the series finale, they finally put together an offense that matched what it looks like on paper.

Craig Stammen News / Gaslamp Ball / April 3

Padres’ offense remains silent to open Stammen era

San Diego Padres Craig Stammen began his managerial tenure, winning only twice during the opening six-game homestand. For all the Spring Training talk, Stammen and company had very little to celebrate in the first week of the 2026 season.

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Padres Notes: SD Linked to All-Star, Surprise Mason Miller Decision, Nick Pivetta Trade?

The San Diego Padres had an off-day on Thursday as they traveled to Boston to get set for a three-game series against the Red Sox. The Padres enter the series at 2-4, one game better than the disappointing 1-5 Red Sox.

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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.

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San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / April 2

‘Are You Ready?’ At 2-4, Padres Give Their Fans Plenty to (Over) React To

Whew, that was close! By beating the San Francisco Giants 7-1 on Wednesday, the San Diego Padres not only avoided a three-game sweep, but probably saved

San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / April 2

Padres' $55 Million Pitcher Named Top Trade Candidate; Should SD Move Him?

Over the last few years, the San Diego Padres have never been shy when it comes to making trades. Whether this means the team adding talent or sending guys out, the Padres have been aggressive in roster building.

Jackson Merrill News / San Diego Padres on SI / April 2

Padres' Jackson Merrill Has Priceless Exchange With Young Fan

San Diego Padres outfielder Jackson Merrill made a young fan's day on Wednesday — and nearly made his year. Merrill spent part of Wednesday's game playing Rock, Paper, Scissors with a young fan while he was in the dugout.

Craig Stammen News / San Diego Padres on SI / April 2

Padres Bench Coach Gave Craig Stammen Lineup Change That Led to Win

San Diego Padres bench coach Randy Knorr gave manager Craig Stammen a lineup tweak that led to the team's 7-1 win over the San Francisco Giants on Wednesday.

San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / April 2

Padres Named Top Landing Spot for $22 Million Infielder in Potential Blockbuster Trade

The San Diego Padres offense has been sluggish out the gate and there's one infielder who could provide a solution for the team's early struggles in 2026.

Mason Miller News / San Diego Padres on SI / April 2

Padres Reverse Course on Mason Miller Decision in Win Over Giants

On Friday, March 27, the San Diego Padres had a 2-1 lead heading into the eighth inning of a game against the Detroit Tigers. Looking for their first win of the season, the Padres called upon right-handed pitcher Jeremiah Estrada to get through the inning.

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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 / April 2

Padres Manager Not Ready to Give Up on Struggling Pitcher Yet

The start of the 2026 season hasn't gone according to plan for the San Diego Padres, and it's been a struggle from the starting rotation. This was the big question mark for the team entering the season, and so far, the expected issue has rung true.

San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / April 2

Padres Notes: Friars Could Make Trade, Craig Stammen Gets Honest, Walker Buehler Message to Dodgers

The San Diego Padres beat the San Francisco Giants, 7-1, on Wednesday, salvaging their second consecutive series with a win in the finale. Right-handed pitcher Nick Pivetta silenced the doubters with five shutout innings, allowing just one hit and two walks while striking out eight.

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Ramon Laureano News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 2

Padres’ Ramon Laureano is keeping it extra simple after lineup promotion

The San Diego Padres are seeing Ramon Laureano emerge as a key contributor, with his production and approach standing out early in the season. Following a recent move up in the lineup, Laureano delivered in a win over the San Francisco Giants while maintaining a simple, focused mindset at the plate.

San Diego Padres News / Gaslamp Ball / April 1

All minor league teams in action this week

The El Paso Chihuahuas started their season the day after the San Diego Padres and have played four games, three against the Sacramento Salt River Cats and a first of six against the Tacoma Rainiers.

Craig Stammen News / San Diego Padres on SI / April 1

Padres' Craig Stammen Challenges Players to Be Better in One Key Aspect

The San Diego Padres are off to a slow start this season, winning just two of their first six games. The Padres lost consecutive series to the Detroit Tigers and San Francisco Giants, and are off on Thursday as they hit the road for a trip to Boston and Pittsburgh.

Nick Pivetta News / Field Level Media / April 1

Nick Pivetta bounces back and pitches Padres past Giants

Ramon Laureano blasted a two-run homer while Nick Pivetta yielded only one hit in five shutout innings Wednesday as the San Diego Padres avoided a series sweep by the visiting San Francisco Giants' with a 7-1 win.

Walker Buehler News / San Diego Padres on SI / April 1

Walker Buehler Unsure How Dodgers Fans Feel About Him After Joining Padres

Before San Diego Padres star Walker Buehler began his journey with the team, he spent the first seven seasons of his career with another National League West ball club.

San Diego Padres News / The Lead / April 1

How Do the San Diego Padres Break Through?

Slam Diego is tired. The San Diego Padres are right there — but right there isn’t there. They have four Wild Card appearances in the last six years and have not finished higher than second place to the Los Angeles Dodgers in the NL West.

Mason Miller News / Larry Brown Sports / April 1

Korn had a 2-word reaction to Mason Miller’s entrance song

Judging by the reception from baseball and music fans, Mason Miller’s new entrance music is here to stay. Miller grabbed everyone’s attention during Saturday’s

San Diego Padres News / Last Word On Sports / March 31

As Struggles with RISP Continue, Padres Seeking Turnaround to Early Slump

After falling short on Monday night against the San Francisco Giants, the San Diego Padres are seeking to fix their early offensive woes. If they can do that, it’ll go a long way to alleviating the Friar Faithful’s concerns.

Mason Miller News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 30

Padres closer Mason Miller reveals early thoughts on ABS challenge system

The new ABS challenge system is one of the best things Major League Baseball has ever added to the sport. Not only is it exciting to hear the fans cheer when the call is changed in the home team’s favor, but the system has already clearly shown that home plate umpires make mistakes too often.

Yu Darvish News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 25

Padres Place Yu Darvish On Restricted List

The Padres finally announced their Opening Day roster on Wednesday evening. It more or less finalized a number of already known moves, though the biggest development is that starter Yu Darvish has been placed on the restricted list.