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Luis Arraez News / San Diego Padres on SI / November 18

Padres' Intentions Revealed Regarding Luis Arraez Free Agency

The San Diego Padres have a lengthy list of roster needs and several free agents they want to keep, which forces the front office to make tough decisions.

San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / November 18

Padres Sign Pitcher to $1 Million Deal in Free Agency

When the San Diego Padres declined pitcher Kyle Hart's option for 2026, it was clear they did not want the left-handed pitcher back next year at a cost of $5 million.

San Diego Padres News / Gaslamp Ball / November 18

Padres offseason underway; minor league free agents

The 2025-26 Hot Stove League is underway with two transactions by the Padres. Free agent utility player Pablo Reyes, 32, was signed to a minor league contract on Nov.

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25 notable MLB Hall of Famers who never won a World Series

Among the countless Hall of Famers who never experienced the joy of winning a World Series, there are several notable legends who stand out. Here's our list of the 25 greatest.

Luis Campusano News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 17

Padres need to make a decision on Luis Campusano

Is Luis Campusano a part of the San Diego Padres’ future? President of baseball operations A.J. Preller says he is.

Kyle Hart News / Gaslamp Ball / November 17

Kyle Hart, Padres agree to terms on one-year deal

The San Diego Padres re-signed a pitcher on Monday according to a team press release. No, it was not Michael King, instead it was Kyle Hart, who agreed to terms on a one-year, $1 million deal for the 2026 season that includes a club option for 2027.

Michael King News / San Diego Padres on SI / November 17

Will Michael King Accept Qualifying Offer From Padres? MLB Insider Answers

Starting pitcher Michael King is a free agent this winter, although the San Diego Padres have extended him a qualifying offer. King has until Nov. 18 to decide whether to accept the one-year, $22.025 million offer.

Cole Hamels News / Just Baseball / November 17

Yes, Cole Hamels Deserves To Be a Hall of Famer

If you look at this year’s BBWAA National Baseball Hall of Fame ballot, which was released today, you might feel underwhelmed by the group of players debuting in this year’s election.

San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / November 17

Padres Likely to Make Trades to Address Starting Rotation Needs: Report

The San Diego Padres are seeking starting pitchers to bolster their pitching staff and complete a unit that was strong for most of last season. The Padres are likely to lose Michael King and Dylan Cease, two of their top starters, in free agency because they are priced out.

Kyle Hart News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 17

Padres re-sign Kyle Hart

The Padres have re-signed Kyle Hart to a one-year deal with a club option for the 2027 season, per a team announcement. The terms of the contract are not yet known.

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The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

Dylan Cease News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 17

The perfect $160 million contract Dodgers must offer Dylan Cease to steal him from Padres

Dylan Cease represents the exact type of pitcher the Los Angeles Dodgers should be targeting this offseason, and if they’re willing to make a calculated investment, they can pry him away from the San Diego Padres.

MLB News / Yardbarker / November 16

Three potential landing spots for pitcher Tatsuya Imai

Seibu Lions pitcher Tatsuya Imai is not available to major league teams just yet. That will change on Nov. 19 when he is officially posted, giving teams 45 days to sign Imai; otherwise, he will pitch for the Lions in 2026.

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San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / November 16

Padres Expected to Pursue All-Star Outfielder in Blockbuster Trade This Offseason

The San Diego Padres seemingly set their outfield for the 2026 season earlier in the offseason when they picked up outfielder Ramon Laureano's option for the 2026 season, but the New York Post's Jon Heyman believes they can make another move to further increase their depth.

Fernando Tatis Jr. News / San Diego Padres on SI / November 15

Padres Take Clear Stance on Fernando Tatis Jr Trade

The San Diego Padres addressed speculation regarding the future of right fielder Fernando Tatis Jr. with the team after another disappointing playoff exit.

San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / November 15

Padres Tabbed to Sign KBO Star in Free Agency

The San Diego Padres are in dire need of starting pitching this offseason, and ESPN's Jeff Passan has the "perfect" offseason move for them to make. Both Michael King and Dylan Cease are free agents, and Yu Darvish will miss all of 2026 after undergoing surgery to repair his UCL at the end of October.

MLB News / Yardbarker / November 14

Three potential landing spots for pitcher Dylan Cease

As one of the top pitchers in the 2025-26 free agent class, Dylan Cease is set to receive plenty of attention in free agency. Let's look at three potential landing spots.

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Fernando Tatis Jr. News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 13

Padres rumors: San Diego has no plans to trade Fernando Tatis Jr.

On Thursday, it was reported that the San Diego Padres’ ownership group, led by the Seidler family, was exploring a sale of the franchise. San Diego is coming off a frustrating 2025 season in which they bowed out in the Wild Card round of the NL playoffs.

San Diego Padres News / Total Apex Sports / November 13

San Diego Padres Ownership Exploring Possible Sale Of Team

Just when you thought the offseason drama was reserved for player trades and free-agent frenzies, the San Diego Padres decided to drop a bombshell. Two years after the tragic passing of beloved Owner Peter Seidler, the team is officially on the market.

San Diego Padres News / Field Level Media / November 13

Seidler family to explore 'strategic options,' including sale of Padres

The Seidler family announced Thursday that it is exploring "strategic options" that could result in the sale of a portion or all of the San Diego Padres.

Yu Darvish News / Total Apex Sports / November 13

Yu Darvish Delivers Crucial Update After a Devastating Season-Ending Surgery

Just when you thought the San Diego Padres’ offseason couldn’t get any more chaotic, it did. In a move that shocked absolutely no one who has been paying attention, but still stings like a fresh wound, star pitcher Yu Darvish will sit out the entire 2026 season.

Fernando Tatis Jr. News / Larry Brown Sports / November 13

Notable update emerges about Fernando Tatis Jr.'s future

The San Diego Padres may now have a new manager, but they won’t be trying for a new right fielder on top of it.

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San Diego Padres News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 12

How do Padres plan to improve pitching rotation?

The Padres’ top priority in the offseason was plain for anyone to see. Even before the announcement that Yu Darvish would miss the 2026 season following UCL surgery, San Diego was already faced with the potential losses of Dylan Cease and Michael King to free agency.

Fernando Tatis Jr. News / Yardbarker / November 11