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On YouTubeJackson Merrill News / Gaslamp Ball / September 17
Jackson Merrill heating up at the right time 
Jackson Merrill is getting hot at the right time for the San Diego Padres. Over the last seven games, he has eight hits, four of which were home runs, six runs and seven RBI.
MLB News / Yardbarker / September 17
Cubs look for October magic after most successful season in years
No matter how the season ends, the Chicago Cubs have already accomplished something they have failed to achieve in recent years.
The 'Switch-hitter single-season HR leaders' quiz
A Major League switch hitter has hit at least 35 home runs on 35 occasions in MLB history. How many of the switch hitters to reach that milestone can you name in five minutes?
San Diego Padres News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 17
Padres’ nightmare scenario for 2025 MLB playoffs
The San Diego Padres will likely be a playoff team unless they experience a total collapse in their final 11 games. At 82-69, the Friars are currenlty holding down the second Wild Card position, five games back of the Chicago Cubs for the top WC spot.
25 things we learned from the 2025 MLB season
The 2025 MLB regular season is winding down, filled with record-breaking performances -- both good and bad. Here are 25 things we learned along the way.
San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / September 17
Padres' Mike Shildt Addresses Surprising Dylan Cease Decline
A season ago, starting pitcher Dylan Cease impressed in his first year with the Padres after San Diego made a trade for the right-hander with the White Sox.
Nick Pivetta News / Sporting News / September 17
Nick Pivetta: ‘I’ll get my break in the offseason. It’s go time.’
Nick Pivetta is eager to take the mound for the Padres amid the NL West division race.
Xander Bogaerts News / Sporting News / September 17
Padres' Xander Bogaerts eyes weekend return from injured list
San Diego Padres manager Mike Shildt mentioned that shortstop Xander Bogaerts has a chance of returning this weekend after suffering from a fractured foot in late August.
San Diego Padres News / Gaslamp Ball / September 17
Padres’ NL West title hopes fading, clinching postseason berth imminent
It was never in the cards for the San Diego Padres to overtake the Los Angeles Dodgers for the National League West division title. They lost the season series (9-4) to the Dodgers and could never gain ground on their rival during an extended losing streak.
San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / September 17
Padres Notes: Xander Bogaerts Injury Update, 50-Homer Slugger Linked to SD, Michael King Struggles
The San Diego Padres lost, 8-3, against the New York Mets, missing out on a chance to lower their magic number. The Padres sent out their ace, Michael King, to the mound for a crucial game on Tuesday, but he imploded, giving up seven runs in the first two innings, effectively losing the game for San Diego early on.
Michael King News / Gaslamp Ball / September 16
Michael King clobbered by Mets, Padres open series with 8-3 loss
Things went from bad to worse for San Diego Padres starting pitcher Michael King in their series opener against the New York Mets at Citi Field, Tuesday.
Nick Pivetta News / San Diego Padres on SI / September 16
Padres' Nick Pivetta Doesn't Know If He Agrees With Team's Decision
The San Diego Padres recently made a change to their starting pitching rotation that right-hander Nick Pivetta didn't seem completely on board with. After
San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / September 16
Padres' Manny Machado Joins Aaron Judge, Kyle Schwarber in Elite Company
In the middle of a disappointing September, Padres third baseman Manny Machado mashed his way to an exclusive career achievement in Saturday night's win over the Colorado Rockies.
Kyle Schwarber News / San Diego Padres on SI / September 16
Padres Linked to 50-Homer Slugger Entering Free Agency
The San Diego Padres could potentially be in the market for some big-money free agents, which may include designated hitter Kyle Schwarber. Schwarber has delivered a fantastic campaign in 2025, perfectly timed as he is set to hit free agency this winter.
Xander Bogaerts News / San Diego Padres on SI / September 16
Padres' Xander Bogaerts Could Shockingly Return Soon
San Diego Padres shortstop Xander Bogaerts is still recovering from a broken bone in his foot, though his progress may allow him to join the team soon.
San Diego Padres News / Gaslamp Ball / September 16
Padres and the Postseason
With 12 games left in the regular season, the San Diego Padres have a magic number of six. Either six victories by the Friars or a combination of victories for the Padres and defeats for the Mets that equal six will guarantee them a playoff spot.
Ramon Laureano News / Just Baseball / September 16
The Padres Added the Best Bat at the Deadline in Ramón Laureano
When the 2025 season began, few would have predicted that Ramón Laureano would be one of baseball’s most impactful players. This season, Laureano ranks 15th in OPS (.870) and 12th in wRC+ (141) among hitters with at least 400 plate appearances.
Jackson Merrill News / Field Level Media / September 14
Jackson Merrill helps Padres knock off Rockies
Jackson Merrill belted a three-run homer to help the host San Diego Padres overcome Mickey Moniak's two-homer, five-RBI performance in a 9-6 victory versus the Colorado Rockies on Sunday.
Manny Machado News / Athlon Sports / September 14
Padres Make Unexpected Manny Machado Decision Before Rockies Game
The San Diego Padres are on track for back-to-back postseason appearances, entering Sunday with secure possession of an NL wild card spot and 2.5 games behind the Los Angeles Dodgers atop the NL West.
Dylan Cease News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 14
Padres’ Dylan Cease hits impressive mark for 5th-straight season
The San Diego Padres received a dominant performance from Dylan Cease on Saturday night, as he recorded his fifth consecutive season with over 200 strikeouts while leading the team to an 11-3 blowout victory over the Colorado Rockies at Petco Park.
MLB News / Field Level Media / September 13
Padres slug 4 homers, overpower struggling Rockies
Manny Machado homered for the second straight game, Fernando Tatis Jr., Jackson Merrill and Bryce Johnson also went deep, and the host San Diego Padres beat the Colorado Rockies 11-3 on Saturday night.
San Diego Padres News / Yardbarker / September 13
Padres' biggest X-factor could give them a postseason edge
In last season’s MLB playoffs, the San Diego Padres came relatively close to toppling the dominant Los Angeles Dodgers. This year, the Padres are once more an underdog.
San Diego Padres News / Minor League Baseball on SI / September 12
Padres Catching Prospect Will Play In AFL This Offseason
The San Diego Padres are fighting to secure a National League Wild Card spot and return to the postseason for the fourth time in the last six years. Their Major League roster is in good shape as they try to make a World Series run this coming October.
Xander Bogaerts News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 10
Injured Padres four-time All-Star takes major step toward return
He has been sidelined since Aug. 29 after he suffered a fractured foot.
San Diego Padres News / Yardbarker / September 10
Padres manager makes a bold statement about team's closer situation
One day after his closer gave up a game-winning home run, San Diego Padres manager Mike Shildt gave a strong endorsement to Robert Suarez remaining in the role as the regular season winds down.
Michael King News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 8
Padres expected to activate Michael King
The Padres are expected to reinstate right-hander Michael King from the injured list to start tomorrow’s game versus the Reds, reports Kevin Acee of the San Diego Union-Tribune.
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