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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 / San Diego Padres on SI / March 27
Padres Notes: Friars Release Pitcher, Stars Defend Dodgers, City Connect Jersey Leaks
The San Diego Padres began the 2026 campaign on Thursday, dropping the season opener with an 8-2 loss against the Detroit Tigers. Starting pitcher Nick Pivetta struggled in his first career Opening Day start as he allowed six earned runs and seven hits across three innings of work.
MLB News / Sport Relay / March 26
Tigers Defeat Padres in Season Opener
The San Diego Padres welcomed 1984 World Series rival Detroit Tigers to an Opening Day matchup at Petco Park. Nick Pivetta and Tarik Skubal were the starters for the Padres and Tigers, respectively.
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?
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.
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.
San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / March 26
Padres CEO Addresses City Connect Jersey Leaks
San Diego Padres CEO Erik Greupner addressed the reported leaks of the team's new City Connect jerseys. Alleged photos of the new uniforms leaked on social media.
San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / March 26
What the Padres Opening Day Loss Told Us — And What It Didn’t
The San Diego Padres were blown out by the Detroit Tigers, 8-2, on Opening Day in front of the Petco Park faithful. Right-handed pitcher Nick Pivetta struggled in his first career Opening Day start, while the offense was shut down against reigning back-to-back Cy Young award winner Tarik Skubal.
Yu Darvish News / ESPN / March 26
Padres GM: Darvish wants to rehab at own pace
Yu Darvish went on the restricted list because the Padres' right-hander wants to proceed deliberately in his recovery from surgery while contemplating his future.
MLB News / San Diego Padres on SI / March 26
Padres Stars Defend Dodgers Spending Ahead of Opening Day
Over the course of the MLB offseason, one of the bigger storylines from both fans and media has been the spending of the Los Angeles Dodgers. Once again, the Dodgers were able to sign two of the biggest free agents on the open market, adding to the team's already extensive spending.
MLB News / Gaslamp Ball / March 26
Game 1: Detroit Tigers at San Diego Padres
Detroit Tigers at San Diego Padres, March 26, 2026, 1:10 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 26
Padres Predicted to Be No-Hit By Surprise Team in 2026
As the San Diego Padres get ready for the start of the 2026 MLB season, the team does have a few big concerns on the roster. The main one comes from the starting rotation amid all of the uncertainty from the pitching staff.
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.
Jase Bowen News / Gaslamp Ball / March 26
Spring Training phenom Jase Bowen on Padres’ 2026 radar
The success of the 2026 San Diego Padres may hinge on the contributions from players beyond those on the Opening Day roster. Injuries to a team’s starting lineup are tough hurdles to clear in a given season.
D.J. Snelten News / San Diego Padres on SI / March 26
Padres Cut Ties With Offseason Addition Just Ahead of Opening Day
The San Diego Padres released left-hander pitcher D.J. Snelten from the organization just ahead of Opening Day of the 2026 season, per the team's minor league transaction log on MiLB.com.
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.
Fernando Tatis Jr. News / Athlon Sports / March 26
Padres Make Fernando Tatis Jr. Decision on Opening Day
With the arrival of opening day comes lineup announcements, and with lineup announcements comes a glimpse into the manager's potential plans for the year.
San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / March 26
One Injury the Padres Can't Afford Besides Fernando Tatis Jr
The San Diego Padres can't afford to lose superstar Fernando Tatis Jr, but another injury that would cost the team is the loss of Nick Pivetta. Pivetta is poised to once again anchor the starting rotation for the second consecutive season.
Yu Darvish News / Athlon Sports / March 26
Padres’ Yu Darvish Decision Opens Door for Free Agency Move
The San Diego Padres finalized their Opening Day roster this week with a move that could carry broader implications beyond the pitching staff. Veteran starting pitcher Yu Darvish was placed on the restricted list after undergoing elbow surgery in November, a procedure that will keep him out for the entire 2026 season.
San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / March 26
Padres Offseason Moves That Already Look Smart, and Dumb
The San Diego Padres have made offseason moves that already look smart, but there have been some that also look ... not-so-smart. Another masterclass move by president of baseball operations A.J.
San Diego Padres News / Gaslamp Ball / March 26
Friar Watch: Opening Day
Opening Day has finally arrived! Today, the Friar Faithful will flock to Petco Park once more for one of the most exciting days of the baseball calendar. So many promises and expectations await to be fulfilled as the San Diego Padres seek to return to their third consecutive postseason.
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.
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.
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.
Mason Miller News / Yardbarker / March 17
Team USA could be without huge piece in WBC final
San Diego Padres closer Mason Miller may have already thrown his last pitch for Team USA at the World Baseball Classic.
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