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The 'Live-Ball Era strikeout leaders' quiz
How many of the 36 MLB pitchers with 2,500 or more strikeouts in the Live-Ball Era (since 1920) can you name in five minutes?
MLB News / Yardbarker / February 15
Padres' Manny Machado doesn't hold back on feelings about Dodgers
The Dodgers are the big bad wolf in the National League, and the Padres are one of a handful of teams that can "compete" with them on a talent and financial level.
25 MLB players who have the most to prove in 2026
The new MLB season brings opportunities as players head into their walk years and try to rebound from subpar performances. These 25 players stand out heading into 2026.
MLB News / Yardbarker / February 15
Padres' Manny Machado praises team's Saturday signings
GM A.J. Preller was busy dishing out contracts, signing veterans Nick Castellanos, Griffin Canning and German Marquez to one-year contracts to deepen the roster.
MLB News / Total Pro Sports / February 15
MLB News: Nick Castellanos Signs With Padres, German Marquez Heads to San Diego & More
Despite being one of the biggest spenders in the MLB over the past decade, the San Diego Padres are operating with a limited purse this offseason. The three-year, $75 million contract to re-sign Michael King is their biggest investment of the winter.
San Diego Padres News / Sport Relay / February 14
Padres Round Out Roster With Three New Players 
The San Diego Padres agreed to contracts with pitchers German Marquez, Griffin Canning and outfielder Nick Castellanos. Valentine’s Day this year got a little more special for Padres fans.
San Diego Padres News / Gaslamp Ball / February 14
Padres add to roster during first week of Spring Training
The San Diego Padres got off to a good start with their first week of Spring Training for the 2026 season. From all reports, all the pitchers and catchers reported on time and healthy with multiple position players reporting early or on time and with no injuries noted.
Nicholas Castellanos News / The Forkball / February 14
Padres Sign Nick Castellanos to One-Year Deal
The San Diego Padres have agreed to a one-year deal with the veteran outfielder, with the club paying him the MLB minimum salary of $780,000. The Philadelphia Phillies, who released him while still owing $20 million for the final year of his contract, will cover the remaining balance minus the prorated minimum.
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.
MLB News / Yardbarker / February 14
Padres continue busy day by signing former longtime Rockies starting pitcher German Marquez
The Padres have one of the deepest starting rotations in baseball.
German Marquez News / Field Level Media / February 14
Report: Padres agree to deal with RHP German Marquez
The San Diego Padres agreed to a one-year deal with right-hander German Marquez, according to ESPN. Marquez has played all 10 of his MLB seasons for the Colorado Rockies.
Griffin Canning News / Gaslamp Ball / February 14
Padres, SP Griffin Canning agree on 1-year deal
Griffin Canning has found a new baseball home, as the veteran right-handed starting pitcher has agreed to a one-year deal with the San Diego Padres, per Robert Murray of FanSided. The 2026 campaign will mark his seventh season in the majors, as Canning is coming off an outstanding year on the hill for the New York Mets.
San Diego Padres News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 14
Padres, Germán Márquez Agree To One-Year Contract
The Padres and right-hander Germán Márquez are in agreement on a one-year deal, according to Alden González of ESPN. The precise guarantee is not yet known, although there is a mutual option for 2027, per Ken Rosenthal of the Athletic.
San Diego Padres News / Just Baseball / February 14
The Padres Are Entering Camp With a Glaring Roster Question
San Diego Padres fans remember, and most likely don’t miss, the duo of Martín Maldonado and Elias Díaz behind the plate. Defensively, the tandem was serviceable; however, they were the worst offensive catchers in all of baseball in terms of wRC+.
Mason Miller News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 14
Padres’ Mason Miller dishes truth on starting pitching talks before returning to closer role
Mason Miller is one of the best closers in MLB. He does have some starting pitching experience in the big leagues, however. Some rumors have swirled in past years that have suggested Miller could transition to becoming a starter.
MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 14
Padres’ Jackson Merrill drops ‘new human being’ take on Nick Castellanos after signing
The San Diego Padres agreed to a contract with Nick Castellanos on Saturday following his recent release from the Philadelphia Phillies. Castellanos and the Phillies had a drama-filled season in 2025, with the most recent news coming via a handwritten letter from Castellanos himself.
Nicholas Castellanos News / San Diego Padres on SI / February 14
Nick Castellanos Joins Padres, Bolstering Lineup Depth for 2026
John Heyman has confirmed that two-time All-Star Nick Castellanos will sign with the San Diego Padres, pending a physical. The former Phillies outfielder joins San Diego following a four-year stint in Philadelphia that never fully panned out.
Jackson Merrill News / Athlon Sports / February 13
Padres' Jackson Merrill Sends Message to New Teammate at Spring Training
The San Diego Padres operated with limited payroll flexibility this offseason, a shift from years past as the organization looks to remain competitive in 2026.
A.J. Preller News / San Diego Padres on SI / February 13
A.J. Preller Addresses Future With Padres Amid Looming Contract Extension
San Diego Padres president of baseball operations A.J. Preller addressed his future with the organization as he enters his final year under contract. Preller commented on the possibility of a contract extension with the Padres and it appears both sides are interested in putting pen to paper.
Jackson Merrill News / San Diego Padres on SI / February 13
Will 2026 Be the Year Jackson Merrill Becomes a Superstar?
Jackson Merrill arrived in the big leagues and looked like a future star almost immediately. The former 27th overall pick in the 2021 MLB Draft was called up in March of 2024 and wasted no time announcing himself as one of baseball’s most exciting young talents.
San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / February 12
Padres Pitcher Emerges as Favorite to Land Starting Rotation Spot
San Diego Padres right-handed pitcher Randy Vasquez has emerged as the favorite to land a spot in the starting rotation. The Padres rotation features three staples: Michael King, Joe Musgrove, and Nick Pivetta.
Paul Goldschmidt News / Larry Brown Sports / February 6
Paul Goldschmidt is being linked to one team in free agency
Paul Goldschmidt might be pulling a reverse Juan Soto.
San Diego Padres News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 4
Legal battle over Padres' ownership one step closer to resolution
The legal battle which has been hovering over the Padres for the past year-plus moved a bit closer to resolution this week. While it’s not over the finish line, it appears the club took one step toward closer and potentially being sold.
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