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On YouTubeFernando Tatis Jr. News / Just Baseball / March 28
Why Fernando Tatis Jr. Could Win NL MVP in 2026
In an interview on Abriendo Sports, Juan Soto called San Diego Padres superstar Fernando Tatis Jr. the most complete player in Major League Baseball. Objectively, that claim is debatable, but it shows how players around the league view Tatis’ ceiling. Early in his career, Tatis looked like a generational talent.
Michael King News / Gaslamp Ball / March 28
Eighth-inning walks spoil solid start from Michael King, Padres lose to Tigers, 5-2 
The highly regarded San Diego Padres bullpen failed to live up to expectations when the Padres faced the Detroit Tigers at Petco Park on Friday. Jeremiah Estrada entered the top of the eighth inning with San Diego clinging to a 2-1 lead.
San Diego Padres News / Last Word On Sports / March 27
Padres Suffer Home Opener Blowout: Fluke or Indictment for the Season Ahead?
With the San Diego Padres opening the season on an 8-2 loss to the Detroit Tigers, it’s tough to gauge how much of an indication it is of the season ahead.
The 'Youngest MLB 30/30 seasons' quiz
How many of the MLB players to hit 30 home runs and steal 30 bases in the same season before turning 25 years old can you name in five minutes?
Jason Heyward News / Last Word On Sports / March 27
2016 World Series Champion Retires
On Friday, Jason Heyward announced his retirement from Major League Baseball. Heyward made the announcement on MLB Central on the MLB Network. The 36-year-old Heyward retires after 16 seasons in the league.
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 / Gaslamp Ball / March 27
Game 2: Detroit Tigers at San Diego Padres
Detroit Tigers (1-0) at San Diego Padres (0-1), March 27, 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 / San Diego Padres on SI / March 27
Padres Tried to Sign $115 Million All-Star Starting Pitcher in Offseason
The San Diego Padres starting rotation is easily the biggest question mark around the roster this season, and it could cause some major issues during the year.
Nick Pivetta News / San Diego Padres on SI / March 27
Padres Star Gets Brutally Honest on Nick Pivetta's Opening Day Struggles
Opening Day of the 2026 season was one to forget for the San Diego Padres as they lost to the Detroit Tigers by a score of 8-2. There was real optimism around this club before first pitch, but before fans could even get comfortable, Detroit took a four-run lead.
San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / March 27
Padres Lineup vs Tigers: Gavin Sheets Out, Ty France Starting
The San Diego Padres are looking to quickly turn the page after a blowout 8-2 loss on Opening Day against the Detroit Tigers. Fortunately, they won't have to face reigning back-to-back Cy Young award winner Tarik Skubal, but things don't get much easier as two-time All-Star Framber Valdez is taking the mound for what will be his Tigers debut.
Joe Musgrove News / San Diego Padres on SI / March 27
Padres' Joe Musgrove Reveals He Has No Timeline to Return After Setback
On Oct. 2 2024, Joe Musgrove walked off the Petco Park mound in the fourth inning of a Wild Card game against the Atlanta Braves. Nearly 18 months later, after undergoing Tommy John surgery and missing the entire 2025 season, Musgrove is on the injured list without a timetable to return to the mound.
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.
Yu Darvish News / San Diego Padres on SI / March 27
Padres Showing Interest in All-Star Starting Pitcher After Yu Darvish News: Report
Even when veteran right-hander Yu Darvish doesn't pitch for the San Diego Padres, he finds a way to help the team. Darvish will miss the entire 2026 season after undergoing elbow surgery, but he has agreed to help the team in terms of financial assistance.
Jason Heyward News / Field Level Media / March 27
World Series winner Jason Heyward retires after 16 seasons
Former Chicago Cubs outfielder Jason Heyward announced his retirement on Friday after 16 seasons. Heyward, 36, helped the Cubs win their historic World Series title in 2016.
San Diego Padres News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 27
Jason Heyward Announces Retirement
After spending parts of 16 seasons in the majors, outfielder Jason Heyward is calling it a career. The five-time Gold Glove winner and 2016 World Series champion announced the end of his playing career this morning in an appearance on MLB Network (video link).
Ethan Salas News / San Diego Padres on SI / March 27
Padres' Ethan Salas Sends Clear Message on Plummeting in Top Prospect Rankings
San Diego Padres young catcher Ethan Salas sent a clear message on plummeting in the top prospect rankings after missing a majority of the 2025 season because of a back injury.
MLB News / Gaslamp Ball / March 27
FriarWatch: March 27
After the San Diego Padres dropped Opening Day against the Detroit Tigers, 8-2, they’re not off to nearly as auspicious a start as the 2025 season, to say the least.
San Diego Padres News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 26
Padres 2B Jake Cronenworth’s blunt response after being humbled by Tarik Skubal
Opening Day left a bitter taste in the mouths of the San Diego Padres, as they fell 8-2 to the visiting Detroit Tigers. Tarik Skubal, the back-to-back AL Cy Young award winner, pitched six scoreless innings, striking out six Padres.
San Diego Padres News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 26
Manny Machado gives Nick Castellanos his flowers before Padres Opening Day
The San Diego Padres are preparing for their opening day game, hosting the Detroit Tigers. They have some new faces, as the Padres signed Nick Castellanos after his release from the Philadelphia Phillies.
San Diego Padres News / Last Word On Sports / March 26
Surprises Abound as Padres Announce 26-Man Opening Day Roster
The MLB regular season is finally upon us. The San Diego Padres have announced their 26-man roster, and with a few surprises included, the Friars are ready for the 2026 season.
San Diego Padres News / New Baseball Media / March 25
2025-26 MLB Offseason Recap: San Diego Padres
After the Padres’ 2025 season, a lot of changes came down in San Diego. Craig Stammen became the new manager, and many familiar names, and some new ones, took their place.
San Diego Padres News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 25
Padres’ Joe Musgrove to start 2026 on IL after Tommy John surgery
The 2026 San Diego Padres roster is set. The Friars are aiming to get back to the postseason once again with a real shot of winning the World Series for the very first time.
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.
San Diego Padres News / LWOSports.com / March 25
2026 San Diego Padres O/U: The Case for the Over
Baseball season begins this week, and according to Fanduel’s season win total betting odds, the market expects the San Diego Padres to take a step back this season and not hit over their win total.
Jackson Merrill News / Athlon Sports / March 24
Jackson Merrill Sends Message After Padres Opening Day Decision
The San Diego Padres had one of their quieter offseasons in recent memory due to limited payroll flexibility, but the team still carries high expectations into 2026.
MLB News / Yardbarker / March 22
Three new Yankee experiments are already failing
New York has spent considerable time and resources chasing high-upside yet unproven talent.
Walker Buehler News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 20
Padres To Select Walker Buehler
The Padres will carry Walker Buehler on their Opening Day roster, reports Kevin Acee of The San Diego Union-Tribune. The veteran righty would have been able to request his release tomorrow if San Diego weren’t going to call him up.
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