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MLB News / Gaslamp Ball / May 18
Game 47: Los Angeles Dodgers at San Diego Padres 
Los Angeles Dodgers (29-18) at San Diego Padres (28-18), May 18, 2026, 6:40 p.m. PST Watch: Padres.TV Location: Petco Park – San Diego, Calif. Listen: 97.3 The Fan Please remember our Game Day thread guidelines.
San Diego Padres News / Gaslamp Ball / May 18
San Diego finding offensive stride just in time to face L.A.
For the second time this season, the San Diego Padres swept the Seattle Mariners. They did so in terrific fashion, outscoring their opponents 17-7. It was production the Friars desperately needed before heading into tonight’s series against the division-rival Los Angeles Dodgers.
Manny Machado News / San Diego Padres on SI / May 18
Padres Boss Says Fernando Tatis, Manny Machado Know They 'Gotta Be Better'
The top of the San Diego Padres' lineup has been a major problem this season, with the biggest stars on the team struggling to produce. The spotlight has been on stars Manny Machado and Fernando Tatis Jr., with each guy failing to be a consistent contributor to the team.
The 'Active 40-HR MLB seasons' quiz
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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in MLB history
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MLB News / San Diego Padres on SI / May 18
Padres vs Dodgers Feels Bigger Than Ever Heading Into Massive Series at Petco Park: Column
OK, it’s time for the real season to begin. The previous 46 games might as well have been exhibitions for the San Diego Padres. Forget about this past weekend’s “Rivalry Weekend,” although the Padres did sweep the Seattle Mariners to finish the season series at 6-0 and easily clinch the hallowed Vedder Cup along the way.
San Diego Padres News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 18
Padres news: Why Ken Rosenthal believes San Diego deserves more attention
The Los Angeles Dodgers have continued to show their dominance for another season in the National League West, but there is a team right behind them. The San Diego Padres have been playing some good baseball this season, and they’re currently 28-18, sitting in the No.2 seed in the NL West.
MLB News / San Diego Padres on SI / May 18
Padres vs Dodgers Series Preview: Pitching Probables, Bold Predictions, More
Welcome to playoff baseball in May. The San Diego Padres (28-18) are hosting the Los Angeles Dodgers (29-18) for three games at Petco Park that could very well have major postseason implications later in the year.
MLB News / Total Pro Sports / May 18
Dodgers vs. Padres Game 1: Preview & Starting Pitchers – May 18
Dodgers vs. Padres Game 1 has that early “NL heavyweight fight” vibe written all over it. Both teams are sitting near the top of the National League, both lineups can change a game, and now they’re opening a massive series under the lights at Petco Park.
Gavin Sheets News / Field Level Media / May 18
Hot Dodgers meet even hotter Gavin Sheets vs. Padres in NL West clash
The Monday night series opener between the visiting Los Angeles Dodgers and the San Diego Padres could be billed as a hot team against a sizzling hitter.
San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / May 18
Padres Notes: Fernando Tatis Called Out, Jake Cronenworth Update, Mason Miller Needs Rest
The San Diego Padres beat the Seattle Mariners, 8-3, on Sunday evening and completed the series sweep to improve to 28-18 on the year. Right-hander Lucas Giolito madehis Padres debut, allowed one hit and three runs across five-plus innings.
Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?
The only two things rarer in modern-day baseball than the four-homer game is the Triple Crown and the unassisted triple play. The former is, of course, done over an entire season, while there's a large level of lucky in the unassisted triple play.
Gavin Sheets News / NBC Sports / May 17
MLB News / Field Level Media / May 17
Gavin Sheets (2 homers), Padres dominate Mariners
Gavin Sheets hit two home runs and Lucas Giolito combined with two relievers on a one-hitter in his San Diego debut as the Padres defeated the host Seattle Mariners 8-3 on Sunday, sweeping the season-long, six-game Vedder Cup series.
MLB News / Gaslamp Ball / May 17
Game 46: San Diego Padres at Seattle Mariners
San Diego Padres (27-18) at Seattle Mariners (22-25), May 17, 2026, 4:20 p.m. PST Watch: NBC/Peacock Location: T-Mobile Park – Seattle, Wash. Listen: 97.3 The Fan Please remember our Game Day thread guidelines.
Mason Miller News / San Diego Padres on SI / May 17
Padres' Mason Miller Thinks Massive Workload Could Be Negatively Affecting Him
The San Diego Padres' bullpen has once again been one of the best units around the league, with the group being led by star closer Mason Miller. Miller is the leader of the bullpen, and his ability has San Diego feeling very good about themselves in late-game situations.
MLB News / Gaslamp Ball / May 17
Padres bats erupt for slugfest in Seattle
This felt like a game the San Diego Padres would lose. With the Seattle Mariners’ ace on the mound in Logan Gilbert, it felt like the moping San Diego offense would struggle to score enough to back starter Walker Buehler.
Manny Machado News / San Diego Padres on SI / May 17
'It's Baseball': Padres' Manny Machado Discusses Brutal Early Season Struggles
The San Diego Padres have been one of the more interesting teams across baseball this season, figuring out how to win games without the services of their star players.
Jake Cronenworth News / San Diego Padres on SI / May 17
Padres Manager Provides Concerning Jake Cronenworth Update Amid Concussion
San Diego Padres infielder Jake Cronenworth has been in the concussion protocol for almost two weeks now. Cronenworth played through the concussion for nearly three weeks before he was placed on the injured list.
Lucas Giolito News / Athlon Sports / May 17
Padres Recall Lucas Giolito for Season Debut
The San Diego Padres are receiving a much-needed boost to their starting rotation on Sunday. The Friars announced that they are recalling veteran starter Lucas Giolito from Double-A San Antonio to make his MLB season debut on Sunday against the Seattle Mariners.
Lucas Giolito News / Field Level Media / May 17
Padres' Lucas Giolito ready to feel 'normal' in debut vs. Mariners
Lucas Gioloto sat at home all winter, waiting for the phone to ring. Nearly a month into the season, the call finally came -- from the San Diego Padres.
San Diego Padres News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 16
Craig Stammen officially confirms Lucas Giolito’s Padres debut date
The San Diego Padres are finally ready to unveil one of their most intriguing additions of the season. According to 97.3 The Fan’s Sammy Levitt, Padres manager Craig Stammen confirmed that the Lucas Giolito will make his debut on Sunday against the Seattle Mariners.
San Diego Padres News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 15
Padres Place Matt Waldron On 15-Day Injured List, Recall Alek Jacob
The Padres are placing right-hander Matt Waldron on the 15-day injured list, per a team announcement. Righty Alek Jacob is being recalled from Triple-A in a corresponding move.
Mason Miller News / Athlon Sports / May 15
Padres’ Mason Miller Announces Personal News Before Mariners Game
The San Diego Padres remain firmly in the National League playoff picture during the early part of the 2026 MLB season. The 25-18 ballclub enters Friday’s matchup against the Seattle Mariners only half a game behind the Los Angeles Dodgers for first place in the National League West.
MLB News / Yardbarker / May 13
Brewers' Jacob Misiorowski continues dominant run with brilliant start vs. Padres
Milwaukee Brewers starter Jacob Misiorowski was already one of the best young starting pitchers in baseball and one of the league's must-see players. Over his past three starts, including Wednesday, he has managed to reach an entirely new level of dominance.
Lucas Giolito News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 13
Lucas Giolito Likely To Make Padres Debut This Weekend
A Padres team that’s been piecing together its rotation over the course of the season thus far is on the verge of getting some much-needed starting pitching help.
Alex Verdugo News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 13
Alex Verdugo Released By Padres, Reportedly Will Undergo Shoulder Surgery
The Padres released Alex Verdugo from his minor league contract on Monday, according to the MiLB.com transaction tracker. Kevin Acee of The San Diego Union-Tribune reports that’s because the veteran outfielder suffered a shoulder injury that is expected to necessitate season-ending surgery.
Manny Machado News / Yardbarker / May 9
Padres' Manny Machado breaks out of slump with monumental home run
As the San Diego Padres evened up their weekend series with the St. Louis Cardinals, they did it while a starting player reached a major milestone.
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