-
-
Follow Us
-
On Facebook
On Flipboard
Free Newsletters
On YouTubeSan Diego Padres News / CBSSports.com / November 1
MLB rumors: Padres decline option on key rotation piece, Korean star to be posted
Here's the latest from the MLB hot stove on the eve of baseball free agency
Wandy Peralta News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 1
Padres’ Wandy Peralta Exercises Player Option
Padres left-hander Wandy Peralta has exercised his $4.45MM player option, according to Jon Heyman of The New York Post. He will return as a member of San Diego’s bullpen for 2027.
Wandy Peralta News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 1
Padres relief pitcher Wandy Peralta opts into $4.5 million 2027 option
The San Diego Padres will have Wandy Peralta back in their bullpen next season, as the veteran left-hander has opted into the final year of his contract worth roughly $4.5 million for 2027.
The 'World Series MVPs' quiz
MLB has awarded the World Series MVP since 1955. How many of these players can you name in six minutes?
25 things we learned from the 2026 MLB season
The 2026 MLB season was full of great performances, breakout stars, and incredible feats. These are the 25 things we learned along the way.
Nick Pivetta News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 31
Padres Decline Club Option On Nick Pivetta
The Padres have decided not to pick up right-hander Nick Pivetta’s team option, as first reported by Kevin Acee of the San Diego Union-Tribune. He’s now a free agent.
Garrett Hawkins News / Gaslamp Ball / October 31
The Rule 5 Protectee
Welcome to our series grading every member of the San Diego Padres’ 40-man roster. The roster being evaluated is current as of Oct. 18, prior to the end of the World Series.
San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / October 31
Padres Predicted to Sign All-Star Pitcher, Lose Michael King and Adrian Morejon in Free Agency
The San Diego Padres have begun one of their most important offseasons in recent memory. A major reason why this winter is so critical is due to the state of the starting pitching rotation and their struggles throughout the 2026 campaign.
San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / October 31
5 Padres Facing Critical Rule 5 Decisions
At some point before the next baseball season begins, there will be a Rule 5 draft. It's unclear when it might be held, because a new Collective Bargaining Agreement must be in place first.
Michael King News / San Diego Padres on SI / October 31
Padres' Michael King Predicted to Sign Blockbuster $140 Million Deal in Free Agency
Quickly after the 2026 season came to an end, San Diego Padres right-handed pitcher Michael King opted out of his contract and became a free agent. King opted out of his three-year, $75 million contract, which included opt outs after each of the first two seasons.
25 records that were broken during the 2026 MLB season
The 2026 MLB season was historic in many ways. These 25 records were broken during the season.
San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / October 31
Padres Outfield Prospect Turning Heads With Dominant Arizona Fall League Play
Prospect rankings are essentially opinion polls, all meant to be taken with a grain of salt. That said, the San Diego Padres' farm is ranked 30th out of the 30th MLB organizations by ESPN, FanGraphs and MLB Pipeline.
San Diego Padres News / Gaslamp Ball / October 30
A Dwindling Keystone Player
Welcome to our series grading every member of the San Diego Padres’ 40-man roster. The roster being evaluated is current as of Oct. 18, prior to the end of the World Series.
Ben Fritz News / San Diego Padres on SI / October 30
Padres Lose Key Pitching Coach to NL West Rival Diamondbacks
The San Diego Padres are losing a key coach ahead of the 2027 season. Pitching coach Ben Fritz, who's been with the Padres organization since 2015 and on the major-league staff since 2020, has agreed to a deal with the Arizona Diamondbacks to become their lead pitching coach, according to The Athletic.
MLB News / Viral Sports News / October 30
Padres Suddenly Emerge as Trade Partner for Phillies
The San Diego Padres enter the offseason with a catching picture that finally looks settled on the surface and unsettled underneath. Luis Campusano, the longtime prospect who spent years bouncing between the majors and Triple-A, delivered the best offensive stretch of his career in 2026.
San Diego Padres News / New Baseball Media / October 30
What the Padres Should Target During the 2026-27 Offseason
Yet again, the Padres made it back to the playoffs in 2026. But heading into the offseason, two of the team’s strengths from last year must be addressed thanks to pending free agents, including Ty France and Adrian Morejon.
Adrian Morejon News / San Diego Padres on SI / October 30
Ex-GM's Adrian Morejon Contract Prediction is Great News for the Padres
The San Diego Padres could have up to 17 free agents hit the open market this offseason. The Padres have several needs to address, especially in the starting rotation.
San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / October 30
Padres All-Star Free Agent Projected to Sign 2-Year, $45 Million Deal
The San Diego Padres could have a whole new team by the time the 2027 season arrives. The Friars lost 10 players to free agency Thursday morning, including Michael King, who opted out of the final two years of his contract.
San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / October 30
Padres Notes: SD Loses 9 Players, Michael King Makes Opt-Out Decision, Ty France Contract Projection
The San Diego Padres officially started their offseason on Thursday following the Milwaukee Brewers beating the Tampa Bay Rays in Game 5 of the World Series.
San Diego Padres News / Yardbarker / October 29
Padres' Michael King declines player option, set to become free agent
King, 31, has spent the previous three seasons with the Padres and has done excellent work.
MLB News / Yardbarker / October 27
Brewers can taste first World Series title after Game 3 rout vs. Rays
The title wait is nearly over, Milwaukee. A World Series is about to be tapped.
Manny Machado News / Viral Sports News / October 25
Padres’ Manny Machado Trade Rumors Take Sudden Turn
The San Diego Padres have drawn a firm line around their cornerstone third baseman. General manager A.J. Preller recently dismissed any notion of trading Manny Machado, calling him and teammate Fernando Tatis Jr.
Fernando Tatis Jr. News / Viral Sports News / October 24
Padres Make Massive Announcement on Fernando Tatis Jr.
Fernando Tatis Jr. remains the unmistakable centerpiece of the San Diego Padres, a status that general manager A.J. Preller reinforced in the early days of the offseason.
Adrian Morejon News / Yardbarker / October 23
Why Blue Jays should target free-agent reliever Adrian Morejon
He would help upgrade the Blue Jays' relief corps for the 2027 season.
San Diego Padres News / Just Baseball / October 23
Ethan Salas’ Emergence Could Lead the Padres to a Trade
After a roller coaster season, the San Diego Padres now face another busy offseason with plenty of decisions to make. Among those decisions is a potential logjam at catcher.
MLB News / Yardbarker / October 22
5 candidates to replace Kurt Suzuki as Angels manager
Suzuki's only season at the helm ended with a 62-100 record, the first 100-loss season in franchise history.
San Diego Padres News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 17
Preller Discusses Ethan Salas, Padres’ Catchers
Highly touted prospect Ethan Salas made his major league debut for the Padres last month, batting .256/.275/.462 in a limited sample of 40 plate appearances. He remains a consensus Top 100 prospect in the sport and figures to play a prominent role behind the dish in 2027.
Breaking News
Trending News
Customize Your Newsletter
+
Get the latest news and rumors, customized to your favorite sports and teams. Emailed daily. Always free!
MY ACCOUNT
SUBSCRIBE
ADVERTISE
JOBS
FAQ
PRIVACY POLICY COOKIE POLICY CONTACT US
ABOUT YARDBARKER TERMS OF SERVICE
PRIVACY POLICY COOKIE POLICY CONTACT US
ABOUT YARDBARKER TERMS OF SERVICE
Copyright 2026 YB Media, LLC. All rights reserved.
By using this site, you agree to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.
This site is for entertainment purposes only.
There is no gambling offered on this site.
Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-Gambler.
By using this site, you agree to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.
This site is for entertainment purposes only.
There is no gambling offered on this site.
Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-Gambler.