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Merrill Kelly News / San Diego Padres on SI / February 26
Merrill Kelly Rejected Padres’ 3-Year Offer in Free Agency for Unbelievable Reason
The San Diego Padres' three-year offer to right-handed pitcher Merrill Kelly was rejected by the right-hander because of the harsh tax implications in California, he revealed on Thursday.
Joe Musgrove News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 26
Padres’ Joe Musgrove eyeing spring training start amid Tommy John recovery
The San Diego Padres are hoping to have starting pitcher Joe Musgrove ready for the start of the 2026 season. Musgrove will be a part of the Opening Day rotation if he is ready to go. The right-hander did not pitch in 2025 after undergoing Tommy John surgery at the end of the 2024 campaign.
San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / February 26
Padres Opening Day Roster Projection 1.0: Starting Lineup and Pitchers Prediction
Spring training is in full swing, meaning it's time for the first San Diego padres Opening Day roster projection from Padres On SI. A flurry of February signings and a couple unfortunate injuries have shaken up the San Diego roster with just four weeks to go until Opening Day.
The 'A.L. wins leaders since 2000' quiz
How many of the starting pitchers to lead the American League in wins since the 2000 season can you name in five minutes?
Michael King News / Gaslamp Ball / February 26
Michael King, ABS have big day 
The Los Angeles Angels certainly helped out by bringing many of their front line players to Peoria for their game against the Padres on Wednesday. In Michael King’s first start of spring camp, he got a mostly major league line-up to test his progress back from an injury-plagued 2025.
25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season
The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.
San Diego Padres News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 26
Why Padres should trade Gavin Sheets before Opening Day
Baseball fans have long pointed out how nearly all of the San Diego Padres’ core is comprised of current or former shortstops. Xander Bogaerts is currently manning the position, and Fernando Tatis Jr.
Yuki Matsui News / Field Level Media / February 26
Padres LHP Yuki Matsui (groin) to miss WBC for Japan
San Diego Padres reliever Yuki Matsui will not pitch for Japan in next month's World Baseball Classic due to a groin injury. The 30-year-old left-hander was ruled out Thursday, about a week after experiencing tightness in his left groin in a batting practice session at spring training.
Miguel Andujar News / San Diego Padres on SI / February 26
Padres' $4 Million Addition Named Offseason's Best Signing By MLB Insider
San Diego Padres' $4 million addition Miguel Andujar was named the best signing of the offseason by MLB Network's Matt Vasgersian. "The best signing of the offseason by anybody, Miguel Andujar for $4 million to go to San Diego," Vasgersian said.
San Diego Padres News / Total Pro Sports / February 26
San Diego Padres Star Pitcher Shut Down Due To Nasty Infection ‘In His Butt’
San Diego Padres pitcher Matt Waldron will be out indefinitely following an unfortunate health issue involving his “rear end.” The 29-year-old Waldron is competing for one of the starting rotation spots.
San Diego Padres News / Athlon Sports / February 25
Manny Machado’s Fernando Tatis Jr. Message as Padres Face Problem
The San Diego Padres have a good baseball team, but they also happen to play in the same division as the Los Angeles Dodgers and their juggernaut squad.
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 / Last Word On Sports / February 25
Ex-Twins Infielder Stays Hot for Padres, Mashing His Way to Roster Spot
As spring training marches on, the San Diego Padres have continued to see certain players show flashes of brilliance in the five-game sample. Whether or not they can continue to produce remains to be seen over the next few weeks.
Matt Waldron News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 24
Padres Shut Matt Waldron Down
Padres right-hander Matt Waldron has been shut down for the time being and is considered week to week, manager Craig Stammen told the team’s beat (via Kevin Acee of the San Diego Union-Tribune).
Matt Waldron News / Yardbarker / February 24
Padres' Matt Waldron faces setback after minor procedure; rotation depth clouds role
San Diego Padres right-hander Matt Waldron experienced a setback in camp Tuesday after the knuckleballer underwent a minor procedure to treat an infection in his "rear end," according to Kevin Acee of the San Diego Union-Tribune.
Miguel Andujar News / Last Word On Sports / February 23
Miguel Andujar Offers Glimpse of Potential in Cactus League Action
In 2018, a 23-year-old for the New York Yankees broke out onto the scene. Miguel Andujar was the starting third baseman for the club, setting a record for doubles by a rookie and finishing the season with a .297/.328/.527 slash line and 27 home runs.
Craig Stammen News / Last Word On Sports / February 22
Stammen Figuring Out New-Look Padres Lineup
With the first weekend of spring training in the books, teams now see a preview of what is to come in the following weeks. Players are settling in, managers are experimenting, and early patterns are emerging.
Yuki Matsui News / Field Level Media / February 20
Padres LHP Yuki Matsui (groin) ailing, could affect WBC availability
Padres left-hander Yuki Matsui experienced tightness in his left groin during a batting practice session on Thursday and is considered day to day, San Diego manager Craig Stammen said Friday.
San Diego Padres News / Just Baseball / February 20
Who Will Win the Battle for the Padres’ Fifth Rotation Spot?
In an interview on February 10, 2026, skipper Craig Stammen was asked if he expected additional moves from AJ Preller. His response was, “AJ’s always got something up his sleeve…don’t put anything past him.” Stammen couldn’t have put it any better.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 20
Three starting pitchers looking to bounce back in 2026
While starting pitchers aren’t quite as volatile as relievers, injuries and underperformance still led many to post tough seasons in 2025.
Tirso Ornelas News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 17
Padres Designate Tirso Ornelas For Assignment
The Padres announced that outfield Tirso Ornelas has been designated for assignment. That’s the corresponding 40-man roster move for right-hander Griffin Canning, whose signing is now official.
The 'Active 100-RBI MLB season leaders' quiz
31 active players knocked in 100 or more runs in a season more than once. How many of the 29 can you name in five minutes?
MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / February 20
Nick Castellanos’ former teammate responds to reporter throwing shade at him
One of Nick Castellanos’ former teammates clearly has his back. Castellanos agreed to sign with the San Diego Padres last week after four seasons with the Philadelphia Phillies.
A.J. Preller News / Yardbarker / February 16
Padres rewarding GM A.J. Preller with extension
The San Diego Padres and president of baseball operations/general manager A. J. Preller stayed busy over the weekend, bolstering the roster with key depth
San Diego Padres News / Just Baseball / February 16
Which Padres Prospects Could Contribute in 2026?
With pitchers and catchers reporting, spring training is right around the corner. A.J. Preller has made additions to the rotation, most notably by re-signing Michael King.
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+.
Nicholas Castellanos News / Yardbarker / February 16
Nick Castellanos quickly lands with new team after Phillies release
The Philadelphia Phillies moved on from Castellanos earlier this week, and the veteran outfielder did not take long to find a new team.
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