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Manny Machado Sends Clear Message After Padres' Sweep of Cubs

Manny Machado Sends Clear Message After Padres' Sweep of Cubs

San Diego Padres star third baseman Manny Machado is ready for more after sweeping the Chicago Cubs in the wild-card series.  Machado and the Padres defeated the Cubs in two games to advance to the National League Division Series.

MLB News / San Diego Padres on SI / October 1
Padres’ Biggest Advantage Against the Brewers (And The Biggest Concern)

Padres’ Biggest Advantage Against the Brewers (And The Biggest Concern)

The Milwaukee Brewers had the best regular season of any MLB team in 2026, winning a franchise-record 103 games. The Brewers finished 14 games ahead of the second-place Chicago Cubs in the National League Central, which should serve as an apt warning to the Padres: their next opponent will not be as easy as their last.

Mason Miller News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 1
How Padres’ Mason Miller already made jaw-dropping playoff history

How Padres’ Mason Miller already made jaw-dropping playoff history

Mason Miller needed just 12 batters to accomplish something no pitcher in postseason history had done. The San Diego Padres closer recorded his 10th career playoff strikeout Wednesday (All Cubs hitters), setting a record for the fewest batters faced to reach that total, according to Sarah Langs.

San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / October 1
Rival GM Sends Warning to Padres' New Owners

Rival GM Sends Warning to Padres' New Owners

When Jose E. Feliciano and Kwanza Joneswere announced as the new owners of the San Diego Padres, the husband and wife duo proclaimed that there was only one thing on their mind: winning.

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The 'Active 100-hit MLB seasons' quiz

The 'Active 100-hit MLB seasons' quiz

How many of the active MLB players to reach 100 hits in at least eight different seasons can you name in five minutes?

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The 'MLB active home run leaders' quiz

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The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.

Gavin Sheets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 1
Padres’ Gavin Sheets loved fans screaming ‘HOLY SHEETS’ after destroying 100 mph to stick fork in Cubs

Padres’ Gavin Sheets loved fans screaming ‘HOLY SHEETS’ after destroying 100 mph to stick fork in Cubs

Gavin Sheets spent most of September waiting for a chance to help the San Diego Padres. When that opportunity finally arrived in the postseason, he gave Petco Park a moment worth screaming about.

San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / October 1
Projecting the Padres' Playoff Roster for the NLDS Against the Brewers

Projecting the Padres' Playoff Roster for the NLDS Against the Brewers

The San Diego Padres made quick work of the Chicago Cubs in the wild-card round, and are now heading to Milwaukee to take on the top-seeded Milwaukee Brewers.

MLB News / Yardbarker / October 1
Padres vs. Brewers: Breaking down the 2026 season series

Padres vs. Brewers: Breaking down the 2026 season series

The Brewers and Padres are set for a NLDS clash.

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Fernando Tatis Jr. News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 1
A totally lit Padres’ Fernando Tatis Jr. confesses he must ‘drink responsibly’ right after promising ‘WAY MORE’ drinks

A totally lit Padres’ Fernando Tatis Jr. confesses he must ‘drink responsibly’ right after promising ‘WAY MORE’ drinks

The San Diego Padres are headed to the NLDS after finishing off the Chicago Cubs 4-1 in the Wild Card round, and Fernando Tatis Jr. was enjoying the moment.

Gavin Sheets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 1
Padres’ Gavin Sheets claims his playoff moment with a massive 2-run HR vs. Cubs

Padres’ Gavin Sheets claims his playoff moment with a massive 2-run HR vs. Cubs

The San Diego Padres will be moving on in the MLB Playoffs. It was a dominant series for the Padres against the Chicago Cubs, outscoring their opponent 12-1 over two games.

San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / October 1
Padres Notes: SD Sweeps Cubs, NLDS Schedule Revealed, Joe Musgrove and Ethan Salas Make History

Padres Notes: SD Sweeps Cubs, NLDS Schedule Revealed, Joe Musgrove and Ethan Salas Make History

The San Diego Padres beat the Chicago Cubs, 4-1, on Wednesday evening and advanced to the National League Division Series to face the Milwaukee Brewers.

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The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.

MLB News / Sport Relay / October 1

NL Wild Card: Padres Defeat Cubs, Advance to Division Series

The San Diego Padres advanced to the Division Series after a 4–1 victory over the Chicago Cubs in Game Two of the 2026 NL Wild Card Series Wednesday night at Petco Park in San Diego.

MLB News / Field Level Media / October 1
Bullpen carries Padres to sweep-sealing win over Cubs

Bullpen carries Padres to sweep-sealing win over Cubs

Gavin Sheets ripped a pinch-hit, two-run homer and the San Diego Padres clinched their National League wild-card series with a 4-1 victory over the visiting Chicago Cubs on Wednesday in Game 2.

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Padres sweep Cubs in wild-card series: Here's everything you need to know about the NLDS

Padres sweep Cubs in wild-card series: Here's everything you need to know about the NLDS

The San Diego Padres beat the Chicago Cubs, 4-1, on Wednesday night, sweeping the wild-card series and advancing to the National League Division Series.

MLB News / San Diego Padres on SI / September 30
Former Dodgers Star Helped Padres Land One of Their Most Important Players This Year

Former Dodgers Star Helped Padres Land One of Their Most Important Players This Year

A.J. Ellis and Walker Buehler were barely teammates. Buehler was drafted by the Los Angeles Dodgers in the summer of 2015, but spent his first year in the organization rehabilitating from Tommy John surgery.

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The 'Last 40-HR season by MLB team' quiz

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How many of the last players to hit 40 or more home runs for every MLB team can you name in five minutes?

San Diego Padres News / Field Level Media / September 30
Michael King fires seven strong innings as Padres blank Cubs in Game 1

Michael King fires seven strong innings as Padres blank Cubs in Game 1

Michael King allowed one hit through seven scoreless innings and Fernando Tatis Jr., Manny Machado and Xander Bogaerts homered as the San Diego Padres routed the Chicago Cubs 8-0 on Tuesday in Game 1 of a National League wild-card series.

San Diego Padres News / Yardbarker / September 29
Padres' wild-card roster includes surprise addition of Joe Musgrove

Padres' wild-card roster includes surprise addition of Joe Musgrove

It has been nearly two full years since the San Diego Padres have seen Musgrove throw a pitch in a major league game.

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Cubs vs. Padres: Wild Card Series Preview

Cubs vs. Padres: Wild Card Series Preview

In a rematch of the 2025 National League Wild Card Series, the Chicago Cubs will once again take on the San Diego Padres, only this time the series shifts to Petco Park.

San Diego Padres News / EssentiallySports / September 29
'Why Are You Wearing Blue?': Padres’ $350M Star Calls Out Reporter Over Cubs Colors

'Why Are You Wearing Blue?': Padres’ $350M Star Calls Out Reporter Over Cubs Colors

The Padres and the Cubs will meet in the Wild Card Series again. So wearing the color blue around San Diego is a bad idea. But one reporter wore a blue jacket, and Padres star Manny Machado had to let him know that he wasn’t happy with it.

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 28
Cubs announce Matthew Boyd as Game 1 starter vs. Padres

Cubs announce Matthew Boyd as Game 1 starter vs. Padres

The Chicago Cubs had one of the worst pitching staffs among playoff teams in the regular season.

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MLB News / Yardbarker / September 28
Cubs vs. Padres: Breaking down the 2026 season series

Cubs vs. Padres: Breaking down the 2026 season series

In a wild-card series that nearly came down to the final game of the season to determine home field advantage, the Chicago Cubs will be traveling out west for a rematch of a 2025 NLWCS matchup against the San Diego Padres.

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San Diego Padres News / Athlon Sports / September 27
Casey Mize's first season with the San Diego Padres comes to an end; Griffin Canning recalled as his replacement

Casey Mize's first season with the San Diego Padres comes to an end; Griffin Canning recalled as his replacement

Casey Mize’s first season with the San Diego Padres is over, with a lingering ankle injury ending his chances of helping the club in the postseason. The Padres placed Mize on the 15-day injured list Saturday with a right ankle sprain and recalled Griffin Canning from the Arizona Complex League.

Casey Mize News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 26
Padres Place Casey Mize On 15-Day Injured List

Padres Place Casey Mize On 15-Day Injured List

The Padres have placed right-hander Casey Mize on the 15-day injured list, according to a team announcement. Mize is dealing with a right ankle sprain.

San Diego Padres News / Larry Brown Sports / September 25
Fernando Tatis Jr. interrupts AJ Preller's interview with a surprise request

Fernando Tatis Jr. interrupts AJ Preller's interview with a surprise request

Fernando Tatis Jr. saw an opportunity amid a wild celebration in the San Diego Padres locker room and went for it. As Marty Caswell of Foul Territory interviewed

Fernando Tatis Jr. News / Yardbarker / September 21
Fernando Tatis Jr.'s turnaround has placed Padres in strong postseason position

Fernando Tatis Jr.'s turnaround has placed Padres in strong postseason position

Tatis has made a noteworthy turnaround in his power production following a surprising home-run drought across the first 55 games of the season due to his closed batting stance.

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