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Padres Place All-Star Reliever on Injured List

Injuries continue to mount in the San Diego Padres’ bullpen. Before Thursday’s series opener at Dodger Stadium, the Padres announced they had placed veteran setup man Jason Adam on the 15-day injured list (retroactive to June 30) with a right shoulder strain.

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Padres' Vasquez taken to hospital after fainting

Padres right-hander Randy Vasquez was in stable condition after fainting following his abbreviated start Thursday night against the Dodgers, manager Craig Stammen said.

MLB News / Gaslamp Ball / July 2

Game 86: San Diego Padres at Los Angeles Dodgers

San Diego Padres (43-42) at Los Angeles Dodgers (56-31), July 2, 2026, 7:10 p.m. PST Watch: Padres.TV Location: Dodger Stadium – Los Angeles, Calif. Listen: 97.3 The Fan Please remember our Game Day thread guidelines.

San Diego Padres News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 2

Padres Place Jason Adam On Injured List With Shoulder Strain

The Padres placed setup man Jason Adam on the 15-day injured list, retroactive to June 30, with a shoulder strain. Germán Márquez came back from his own IL stint to replace him on the pitching staff.

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Chicago curb stomps San Diego with 23-run outburst

One of the least-swept teams in baseball found themselves on the wrong end of history yesterday. The San Diego Padres were swept for just the third time this season after the Chicago Cubs scored 23 runs against the Friars.

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25 MLB players most likely to be traded by the deadline

The MLB Trade Deadline has been quieter in recent years, in part due to playoff expansion, but 2026 is shaping up to be a more exciting one with several big names.

German Marquez News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 2

Padres makes German Marquez announcement before Dodgers series

The San Diego Padres aim to redeem themselves from their debacle against the Chicago Cubs. But they get the defending World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers next.

Jason Adam News / San Diego Padres on SI / July 2

Padres Lose All-Star Reliever to IL Immediately Before Dodgers Series

An oft-injured San Diego Padres relief pitcher was placed on the 15-day injured list immediately before the Padres take on the Los Angeles Dodgers in a critical National League West series.

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

After Historic Embarrassment, The Padres' Season is Over: Column

It’s over. It has to be, right? What else to say about the San Diego Padres’ season following a brutal five game stretch that included a double-digit home loss to the rival Los Angeles Dodgers and then, four games later, the worst loss in franchise history, at the hands of the Chicago Cubs?

MLB News / San Diego Padres on SI / July 2

Padres Slugger Sends Message to Team After Embarrassing Cubs Series With Dodgers Looming

The San Diego Padres were swept by the Chicago Cubs this week in embarrassing fashion, continuing a recent string of poor play. The final nail in the coffin against Chicago was the Padres losing 23-3 on Wednesday.

San Diego Padres News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 2

3 reasons Padres must sell at trade deadline

The San Diego Padres are collapsing at a hard rate. A team that was once over 10 games above .500 is on the verge of falling to below .500 this weekend against the Los Angeles Dodgers.

MLB News / San Diego Padres on SI / July 2

Padres Announce Starting Pitchers for Must-Win Series vs Dodgers

The San Diego Padres are gearing up for a massive four-game series against the rival Los Angeles Dodgers following a few frustrating games. San Diego was swept by the Chicago Cubs, with the final game finishing in a 23-3 blowout.

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25 MLB players who could be first-time All-Stars in 2026

Being named to the Midsummer Classic is one of the biggest honors for MLB players. These 25 players have a chance to make their first All-Star appearance in 2026 based on their first-half performances.

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

Padres Manager Reveals 'Biggest Worry' That Could Derail 2026 Season

The San Diego Padres have a starting pitching problem. Starters Lucas Giolito (right elbow inflammation), Matt Waldron (right brachialis muscle injury), and Germán Márquez (right forearm nerve irritation) are all on the injured list.

MLB News / Gaslamp Ball / July 2

Padres head to Los Angeles looking to end the nightmare

The San Diego Padres are heading to Dodger Stadium, which has become their house of horrors. Since 2021, the Padres have a 16-33 record (.327 winning percentage) against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Chavez Ravine.

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Padres have two prospects going to the Futures Game

The newly promoted players are settling in for the San Diego Padres’ minor league affiliates. Lake Elsinore is adapting to the loss of multiple high-output offensive players and one of their two best pitchers.

Walker Buehler News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 1

Padres’ Walker Buehler hits brutal career low in disastrous start vs. Cubs

Padres right-hander Walker Buehler hit a devastating low point in his career Wednesday, unraveling in a brutal start against the Chicago Cubs that raised serious questions about his current form and future role in San Diego’s rotation.

Adrian Morejon News / Athlon Sports / June 30

Adrian Morejon Shares Honest Take on Padres’ Rumored Trade Target

San Diego Padres relief pitcher Adrian Morejon is a key piece of one of MLB's top bullpens. This season, Padres relievers rank fourth in ERA (3.25), seventh in WHIP (1.24), are tied for eighth in opponent batting average (.233) and are tied for third in strikeouts (356).

Jake Cronenworth News / Field Level Media / June 29

Padres activate IF Jake Cronenworth from concussion IL

San Diego Padres infielder Jake Cronenworth was activated from the concussion injured list on Monday after an eight-week absence. The 32-year-old veteran started at second base Monday night against the host Chicago Cubs.

San Diego Padres News / Athlon Sports / June 29

5 Greatest San Diego Padres Hitters of All Time

Even 25 years after his final plate appearance, perennial All-Star outfielder Tony Gwynn remains the greatest hitter in San Diego Padres history. From Gwynn and Dave Winfield through potential future Hall of Fame third basemanManny Machado, the Padres have had plenty of notable hitters throughout the years.

San Diego Padres News / Just Baseball / June 28

The Padres Would Be Foolish Not to Lock Up Adrián Morejón

Adrián Morejón’s rise to one of the best relievers in baseball has been anything but conventional. The San Diego Padres originally envisioned him as a starting pitcher, but in 16 games (eight starts) from 2019 to 2021, he would post a 5.91 ERA and a 1.53 WHIP in 32 innings.

MLB News / Field Level Media / June 27

Padres jump ahead early, pull away late against Dodgers

Ty France belted a three-run homer Friday night and Walker Buehler pitched 5 1/3 solid innings as the San Diego Padres stopped the visiting Los Angeles Dodgers 7-1.

Nick Solak News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 26

Nick Solak Elects Free Agency

Infielder Nick Solak has elected free agency after being outrighted by the Padres, according to his transactions tracker at MLB.com. He had been designated for assignment a few days ago.

Walker Buehler News / Field Level Media / June 25

Walker Buehler, improving Padres take aim at rival Dodgers

Before the San Diego Padres started a six-game homestand Monday night against Atlanta, manager Craig Stammen referred to it as a fun challenge. The first half of it was all sorts of fun.

Michael King News / Just Baseball / June 25

The Padres Are Taking Roster Risks That Just Aren’t Working

The 2026 San Diego Padres are the most confusing team in baseball. They are a bottom-five offense in most major categories, have one of the thinnest rotations, have a -8 run differential, and are 17-21 against teams above .500.

Lucas Giolito News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 23

Padres Place Lucas Giolito On IL With Elbow Inflammation

5:45pm: Per Annie Heilbrunn of the San Diego Union-Tribune, Sears will start tomorrow’s game with Vásquez pushed to Friday. 4:55pm: The Padres announced that right-hander Lucas Giolito has been placed on the 15-day injured list, retroactive to June 22nd, with right elbow inflammation.

Walker Buehler News / Yardbarker / June 20

Walker Buehler is finding his groove with Padres after rough 2025 season

You can argue that San Diego Padres starter Walker Buehler has been the most consistent in the rotation as of late. Following one of the worst campaigns of his career in 2025, he has settled in nicely, finding his groove with the Padres.

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