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Padres Suddenly Have New Option to Fix Starting Rotation

The San Diego Padres have seen all sorts of changes within the starting rotation this season, in large part due to injuries. The latest injury to right-hander Lucas Giolito seems to have opened the door to a player who wouldn't have otherwise had an opportunity.

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Padres Notes: Unfortunate Joe Musgrove Update, Pitcher Likely to Get Call-Up, Trade With Mets?

The San Diego Padres continue to slow-play Joe Musgrove as he returns from Tommy John surgery. After undergoing surgery in October 2024, the 2026 campaign was supposed to be one that Musgrove started on Opening Day (or at least the first series of the year).

Jake Cronenworth News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 26

Padres’ Jake Cronenworth skips expected rehab assignment, but there’s no need to panic

San Diego Padres second baseman Jake Cronenworth is still trying to work his way back to full health, but he appears to be getting closer to a return to the big leagues.

Freddy Fermin News / Gaslamp Ball / June 26

The Padres have problems behind the plate

The San Diego Padres welcomed Freddy Fermin back to the starting lineup after missing a little more than a week while recovering from concussion symptoms.

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San Diego Padres 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.

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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.

San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / June 25

Padres' Joe Musgrove Multiple Weeks Behind Nick Pivetta in Return

San Diego Padres right-handed pitcher Joe Musgrove is yet to pitch this season following a setback he suffered in spring training. Musgrove missed the entire 2025 season recovering from Tommy John surgery and was expected to return for the start of 2026.

A.J. Preller News / San Diego Padres on SI / June 25

Padres' AJ Preller Facing 'Intense Scrutiny' According to Insider

San Diego Padres president of baseball operations A.J. Preller has never been shy about how he operates when it comes to the MLB trade deadline. In recent years, Preller has executed multiple blockbuster deals, including trading for star outfielder Juan Soto and closer Mason Miller.

San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / June 25

Padres Expected to Call Up Pitcher Who Hasn't Pitched in MLB Since 2024

On Wednesday, JP Sears became the 20th pitcher to appear in a game this season for the San Diego Padres. Only one team has used fewer pitchers in 2026.

San Diego Padres News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 25

3 sneaky Padres’ 2026 MLB trade deadline targets to chase

Even though the San Diego Padres are hopeful of getting a pitcher back on the mound, they desperately need to trade for a hitter to help a stagnant lineup.

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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.

Jake Cronenworth News / Athlon Sports / June 25

Padres Make Jake Cronenworth Decision After 45 Missed Games

San Diego Padres second baseman Jake Cronenworth has not appeared in an MLB game since May 4, missing 45 straight games. He was added to the seven-day injured list on May 5 due to concussion symptoms.

MLB News / San Diego Padres on SI / June 25

Padres Named Top Fit for Mets All-Star With '90% Chance' of Being Traded

The 2026 trade deadline is a little over a month away, and the San Diego Padres have a lot of holes to fill across the roster. The big question is how aggressive the team will be to add, given the lack of quality prospects already in the farm system.

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San Diego Padres News / Athlon Sports / June 25

Padres Predicted to Reunite With Former Starter Before MLB Trade Deadline

Under first-year manager Craig Stammen, the San Diego Padres are seeking more consistency nearly halfway through the 2026 MLB season. Coming off a three-game sweep against the Atlanta Braves, San Diego is 42-37 and half a game back from a National League wild-card spot.

San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / June 25

Padres Announce Another Change to Starting Rotation for Rivalry Series vs Dodgers

For the second time in two days, the San Diego Padres are shaking up their starting rotation ahead of this weekend's series with the Los Angeles Dodgers.

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.

San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / June 25

Padres Notes: Nick Pivetta and Joe Musgrove Updates, Manny Machado Makes Change, Red Sox Stars to SD?

The San Diego Padres beat the Atlanta Braves, 5-2, on Wednesday night and improved to 42-37 on the year. San Diego completed the series sweep and have now won five of their last seven games.

JP Sears News / Field Level Media / June 24

JP Sears shines in season debut as Padres finish sweep of Braves

Ty France homered and knocked in two runs Wednesday night while JP Sears pitched effectively in his first major league start of the year as the San Diego Padres completed a sweep of the Atlanta Braves with a 5-2 victory.

Manny Machado News / Field Level Media / June 24

Padres' Manny Machado bids for encore in finale vs. Braves

Manny Machado might finally be finding the form that's made him one of the most feared hitters in the majors over the last decade. After homering Monday for the only run in the San Diego Padres' 1-0 shutout of the visiting Atlanta Braves, Machado walked off a 7-6 win Tuesday night by lining an RBI single in the bottom of the 10th inning.

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.

San Diego Padres News / Larry Brown Sports / June 22

Manny Machado sends warning to the rest of MLB

Manny Machado clearly thinks he is set to turn things around after his game-winning home run against the Texas Rangers on Saturday. Machado hit a three-run home run in the top of the tenth inning to power the San Diego Padres to a 6-4 victory at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Tex.

Nick Solak News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 21

Padres Designate Nick Solak For Assignment

The Padres announced that utilityman Nick Solak has been designated for assignment. Miguel Andujar was activated from the 10-day injured list in the corresponding move.

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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Jackson Merrill News / Athlon Sports / June 20

Jackson Merrill's Three-Year Decline Is Not a Slump. It's a Pattern.

Padres fans are starting to use the word “done” in association with Jackson Merrill. I get it. He is hitting .202 and his wRC+ right now is 71: a number that belongs to a backup catcher having a rough July, not the player who finished ninth in MVP voting two years ago.