San Diego Padres: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Merrill robs HR, hits walk-off as Pads' streak at 7

Jackson Merrill robbed Julio Rodriguez of a home run and then capped his night with a walk-off two-run double as the Padres extended their win streak to seven.

MLB News / Field Level Media / April 16

Padres rally with 5 runs in 9th to beat Mariners, extend win streak

Jackson Merrill's two-run double capped a five-run rally in the bottom of the ninth Wednesday night as the San Diego Padres stretched their winning streak to seven games with a wild 7-6 win over the visiting Seattle Mariners.

Jackson Merrill News / Gaslamp Ball / April 16

Jackson Merrill plays hero, hits walk-off double to complete comeback for Padres

The San Diego Padres loaded the bases with one out in the bottom of the ninth inning against Seattle Mariners closer Andres Munoz. The Padres were trailing the Mariners 6-2, and Fernando Tatis Jr.

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25 current MLB players who will end up in the Baseball Hall of Fame

Some things appear clear when it comes to Baseball Hall of Fame voting. The PED guys aren’t going to get in, or at least the hitters, and the rubric for starting pitchers has to be reconstructed on the fly.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 15

Padres’ Jackson Merrill robs home run from Mariners Julio Rodriguez

The San Diego Padres gave MLB fans one of the standout moments from Jackie Robinson Day as Jackson Merrill made a highlight-reel defensive play that quickly captured national attention.

Freddy Fermin News / Field Level Media / April 15

Padres C Freddy Fermin hit by foul ball, leaves game vs. Mariners

San Diego Padres catcher Freddy Fermin left Wednesday night's game with the visiting Seattle Mariners in the top of the third inning after taking a second foul ball off his mask.

Nick Pivetta News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 15

Nick Pivetta Facing Extended Absence With Flexor Strain

The Padres will be without Nick Pivetta for quite some time. Manager Craig Stammen told reporters on Wednesday that San Diego’s Opening Day starter has been diagnosed with a flexor strain (link via AJ Cassavell of MLB.com).

MLB News / Gaslamp Ball / April 15

Game 18: Seattle Mariners at San Diego Padres

Seattle Mariners (8-10) at San Diego Padres (11-6), April 15, 2026, 6:40 p.m. PST Watch: Padres.TV Location: Petco Park – San Diego, Calif. Listen: 97.3 The Fan Please remember our Game Day thread guidelines.

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Who are the 25 fastest players in MLB right now?

Speed is more important than ever in MLB with recent rule changes promoting stolen bases. These were the 25 fastest players for the 2026 season, as recorded by the Statcast sprint speed metric.

MLB News / Athlon Sports / April 15

Padres Make Fernando Tatis Decision Before Mariners Game

Fernando Tatis Jr. will sit out his first game of the 2026 season on Wednesday night as the San Diego Padres host the Seattle Mariners at Petco Park on

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San Diego Padres News / Gaslamp Ball / April 15

With win streak now at six games, Padres’ offense keeps rolling

The San Diego Padres continued their recent stretch of success by winning their MLB-leading sixth straight game, taking the series opener from the Seattle Mariners.

San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / April 15

Padres Lineup vs Mariners: Fernando Tatis Jr Out

The San Diego Padres are looking to win another series on Wednesday night in the second of three games against the Seattle Mariners. The Padres beat the Mariners, 4-1, on Tuesday night behind a dominant pitching performance from Michael King and the San Diego's best three relievers in Adrian Morejon, Jason Adam and Mason Miller.

Lucas Giolito News / San Diego Padres on SI / April 15

Padres Named Best Fit for Top Free Agent Pitcher Despite Cubs Interest

If the Lucas Giolito sweepstakes are indeed a two-team race, the San Diego Padres should like their chances. FanSided's Robert Murray said on The Baseball

San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / April 15

MLB Analyst Thinks Padres Are Trying to Trade Fernando Tatis Jr

After a slow start to the season, the San Diego Padres have started to round into form, having won six straight games and seven of their last eight overall.

San Diego Padres News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 16

Padres’ Craig Stammen’s surprising lineup strategy will leave fans asking questions

The San Diego Padres are one of the hottest teams in Major League Baseball. They have won six straight games and nine of 10 after beginning the season 2-4.

A.J. Preller News / San Diego Padres on SI / April 15

AJ Preller Reveals What He's Looking for From New Padres Owner

Sometime soon, possibly this month, Padres president of baseball operations A.J. Preller will have a new boss. The sale of the Padres from the family of Peter Seidler could cost the new owners more than $3 billion.

Xander Bogaerts News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 15

Xander Bogaerts sounds off after Padres big win over Mariners

The San Diego Padres took a 4-1 win over the Seattle Mariners on Tuesday. It was a slow start to the season for the Padres, but since then, the team has been great.

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / April 15

Former All-Star suggests a hidden Padres agenda with Fernando Tatis Jr.

The San Diego Padres’ decision to move Fernando Tatis Jr. to second base was so surprising that it sparked a wild idea from a former MLB star.

Dodgers pull an unusual move with Shohei Ohtani for his start

Francisco Lindor makes big admission about 'desperation' amid losing streak

Huge Carlos Mendoza job-security update revealed amid losing streak

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Five pitchers off to dominant starts

San Diego Padres News / Fastball on SI / April 15

Mason Miller Stuns With Strikeout Stat Not Seen in 126 Years

If you're a baseball fan who likes good pitching, there's a treat for you over with the San Diego Padres. How often can you say that a closer is must-see television?

Nick Pivetta News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 14

Padres Place Nick Pivetta On Injured List

The Padres placed starter Nick Pivetta on the 15-day injured list, retroactive to April 13, with elbow inflammation. Reliever Alek Jacob is up from Triple-A El Paso to take the open spot on the pitching staff.